Tag archive: Watches

Why own a watch that just tells you the time when you can own one that does almost everything your smartphone would do, but can be worn right on your wrist? That's the idea behind I'm Watch ($400+), which takes the idea of the iPod Nano with the wristband a step further by incorporating an Android operating system and Bluetooth technology that can connect to your smartphone, either Apple, Android, BlackBerry, or Windows Phone 7. For… Read More

Show a normal watch to a friend and chances are they'll be able to read the time without a hitch. Show of your new, stylish Nooka Zizm watch to a friend, and they might look puzzled at first. The modern watchmaker's latest design, the Nooka Zizm ($375), has a faceted crystal face that creates a refracted effect over the company's signature ZenH time display. The display features date, time, alarm, and chronograph functions,… Read More

A great watch is something that every man (and woman) should own. Not only is it a reflection of you and your style, but it's something you probably wear every single day. If you're going to wear something everyday, it should be something that you love, and something that is both functional and suits your personality. So, if you're still wearing a worn out watch from high school or college, now's your chance to upgrade… Read More

If you're the type of guy who buys nerdy t-shirts that only you and your geek friends are smart enough to understand, we've got a watch for you. Unlike most of those t-shirts, however, the Cadence 4-Bit Binary Watch ($90+) actually has some sophisticated style. Instead of using roman or arabic numerals to indicate the hours, each hour marker is displayed in 4-bit binary code. If you're not quite sure what that is, then the… Read More

Having more than one personality in your daily life is not generally considered a good thing. If you feel the need to express your true self and your alter-ego like Beyonce and Sasha Fierce, translate that into your timepiece instead of freaking out your friends. The Diesel DZ1419 ($250) is affectionately called the “Frankenwatch” for good reason. Two-thirds of the watch is gunmetal ion-plated stainless steel, while the righthand… Read More

In an exciting move in the spirit of revival, Braun has recently announced that it will be re-issuing several iconic timepiece styles from the spans of the company's history. The collection so far includes an alarm clock originally produced in the 90s and several watch designs from the 70s. All of the pieces were made based on the original designs of Dieter Rams and Dietrich Lubs, with slight modifications. Everything in the collection is… Read More

Luxury watch innovators Hublot are releasing a sophisticated all-white version of their Caviar Watch, and if you like a touch of bright white in your spring and summer wardrobe, this timepiece would be the perfect accessory. The stark Big Bang White Caviar Watch ($TBA, but most likely a small fortune) is entirely white, with the small exception of silver screws and hands, and made of ceramic material. The ceramic material is ideal for… Read More

If you think about it, your choice of watch generally says a lot about your personal style. Whether you go for a traditional timepiece or a sleek digital one, it's a tough choice. Fitting your personal sense of style into one of two categories doesn't leave much room for self-expression, with either a classic leather-strapped analog watch or a metal and plastic science-nerd design. Designer Ben Sherman has attempted to create a… Read More

A favorite watch can become the bane of your existence when the battery runs out of juice, leaving you without the time and with a hard-to-find battery to hunt down and replace. Ventura is set to reveal a new kinetic watch in the next few weeks that takes the cake when it comes to convenience and style. The Ventura Sparc MGS ($TBA) uses a micro-generator and its users kinetic energy to power the watch's digital LCD screen. The… Read More

Italian brand U-Boat has recently released a limited edition watch called the Classico Carbon Fibre Ceramic and it is about a sexy as any watch could be. We're generally fans of things designed in matte black, and this stylish watch is certainly no exception. Carbon-fiber dial details and a ceramic bezel make this diver's watch a standout in both looks and quality. The timepiece is limited to a production run of only 300 units… Read More

We tend to fawn over some pretty serious and expensive watches here, but this one has both style and price on its side, with a classic design in both traditional and modern colors. The Timex EZ Read Watch ($60) is neither oversized or undersized with a 42mm face and a simple 18mm leather buckle strap. We particularly like the stealthy looks of the black-on-black version of the watch. Everything from the strap right down to the hands is pure… Read More

European fashion company Nat-2 has designed a futuristic, and rather nerdy (in a good way), watch with an LED light face. The Nat-2 Time (about $82) is a pared-down timepiece that still makes a statement, with its bold, thick band and light-up display. The LED display uses a scroll system to show you the hour and then the minutes. While definitely not for the wallflower, this watch is idea for the modernist who doesn't mind getting a few… Read More

This new V02 watch from Void ($210) uses a speedometer-like dial and a unique rectangle face that only displays a small section of what would be the traditional face. To compensate for this aesthetic design feature, both the minute and hour hands are double-ended with white and red tips. The color of the tip corresponds to the same color number, allowing for a full 24-hour clock system in what looks like only half of a clock face. Mostly, we… Read More

Nooka has enlisted the help of famed designer Karim Rashid for the creation of the company's first circular watch design, called the Yogurt. The company created the watch with the concept of universal language and democratic design in mind. The soft and flexible polyurethane watch features a circular face that tells time using digital hexagons for the hour in the center, and small dashes representing minutes on the outer circle.… Read More

Casio is definitely drawing attention to its camera lineups this year, but it's also got a watch prototype that's getting some hype. It's a Bluetooth enabled wristwatch that connects to a users smartphone. Developers have been making this kind of device for awhile, with the caveat being the necessity of a charger. Casio has engineered the ability for its prototype to use a standard watch battery (which generally last two years)… Read More