The latest Vector smartwatch, announced at Baselworld, is a device that blends a minimalist, no-frills design and appearance with a suite of high-tech features.
This watch has an impressive 30-day battery life made possible by a low-power custom operating system. The watch's software can be linked to iOS, Android and Windows devices to provide notifications, alarms and app functionality. The watch uses If This Then That (IFTT) web services to encourage users to create their own "recipes" or rules to tell the device what to do. Users will be able to create rules or various web services including social media, email and home automation.
Looking at this watch, it's hard to believe that it packs as many high-tech features as it does because it looks so lightweight and simple. Going forward, this is the kind of design that will really stand out in the increasingly saturated smartwatch range, as customers look for futuristic technology despite being unwilling to compromise on their sense of style.
Rule-Creating Smartwatches
The Vector Smartwatch Runs On Its Own Proprietary Software
Trend Themes
1. Minimalist Smartwatches - The trend of minimalist smartwatches offers an opportunity for companies to create sleek, unobtrusive devices with advanced functionalities.
2. Long Battery Life - The trend of long battery life in smartwatches opens up opportunities for businesses to develop devices that prioritize efficiency and convenience.
3. User-customizable Rules - The trend of user-customizable rules in smartwatches presents an avenue for disruptive innovation by allowing consumers to tailor their device's functionalities to their specific needs.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - The technology industry has an opportunity to create and market minimalist smartwatches with advanced features and innovative design.
2. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can tap into the trend of long battery life in smartwatches to develop devices that offer extended usage without compromising on functionality.
3. Software Development - The software development industry can capitalize on the trend of user-customizable rules in smartwatches by creating intuitive and user-friendly platforms for users to customize their device's functionalities.