The Garmin Bounce kids smartwatch has been debuted as a wearable technology product specifically targeted towards children as an option for parents to give them as an alternative to their first smartphone.
The smartwatch is equipped with a 1.3-inch LCD screen, and boasts a durable hard plastic case and comes with a silicone watch band for comfort. The wearable can be customized via the Garmin Jr. app to let parents dictate how it's used, and allows everyone to communicate through voice and text messages.
The Garmin Bounce kids smartwatch comes in several color options and can offer LTE connectivity with a subscription that costs $10 per month. The smartwatch is priced at $150 and also features 5 ATM water resistance for tracking swimming lessons.
Advanced Kid-Friendly Smartwatches
The Garmin Bounce Kids Smartwatch is LTE-Connected
Trend Themes
1. Kid's Wearable Technology - The emergence of kid-friendly smartwatches provides an opportunity for companies to capitalize on the growing demand for wearable technology for children.
2. Lte-connected Wearables - The integration of LTE connectivity into smartwatches demonstrates an opportunity for companies to expand the functionality of wearable technology for consumers.
3. Customizable Wearables - The ability for parents to customize the use of smartwatches for their children highlights an opportunity for companies to offer personalized products that cater to consumer needs.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can develop and market smartwatches for kids to capitalize on the growing demand for wearable technology for children.
2. Telecommunications - Telecommunications providers can explore the integration of LTE connectivity in wearable technology to offer consumers more functionality and convenience.
3. Childcare - Childcare providers can incorporate devices like smartwatches into their services to provide parents with more comprehensive monitoring and communication options.