Tag: smartwatch

  • Casio celebrates 50 years with limited-edition CASIOTRON TRN-50

    Casio celebrates 50 years with limited-edition CASIOTRON TRN-50

    Mumbai: Get ready to travel back in time and celebrate Casio’s fiftieth anniversary with the all-new Casiotron TRN-50, a limited-edition masterpiece inspired by the groundbreaking Casiotron that took the world by storm in 1974!

    Limited to just 4,000 pieces worldwide, each unit represents a rare opportunity to own a slice of Casio’s legacy, making it a must-have for discerning collectors and watch enthusiasts. What sets these timepieces apart is their individuality; each bears a unique engraved serial number, ranging from 0001/4000 to 4000/4000, underscoring their rarity and collectability.

    The groundbreaking Casiotronwas the first of its kind to feature an automatic calendar function and its creation is hailed as a pivotal point in Casio’s history. With a meticulous reproduction of the original design, the timepiece matches the look and size of its predecessor, boasting an external diameter of 39.1mm and a slimmer profile by 0.3mm.  

    The nods to the past are everywhere – from the textured case and band to the dark blue dial, CASIOTRON logo, and other intricate details that echo the pioneering spirit of the original design. The timepiece seamlessly integrates today’s cutting-edge technology, ensuring that watch enthusiasts get the best of both worlds. Turn the watch over, and you’ll discover the iconic symbol on the case back, updated ever so slightly to commemorate the brand’s 50th anniversary.

    Crafted with retro design, dark blue dial, stainless-steel construction and a convenient one-touch three-fold clasp, the TRN-50 maintains the essence of the original with modern features. The watch takes connectivity to the next level with mobile link functionality via Bluetooth, allowing seamless integration with dedicated app. Additional highlights include Multi-Band 6, a powerful LED backlight with selectable duration, five daily alarms, a full auto-calendar, and a remarkable battery life of 11 months on a rechargeable battery or an extended 22 months when stored in darkness with the power save function activated.

    The Casiotron TRN-50 is a collector’s item for those who appreciate the bold legacy of Casio. Priced at Rs 39,995, the timepiece is up for grabs at nearby Casio stores. Customers can also purchase this exclusive timepiece online at: https://www.casio.com/in/watches/casio/product.TRN-50-2A/ 

  • Cult.sport launches the Ace X smartwatch

    Cult.sport launches the Ace X smartwatch

    Mumbai: Cult.sport, India’s leading provider of sports and fitness apparel, equipment, and supplements, announced the launch of its new versatile smartwatch, the Ace X series, set to revolutionise your daily life and active journey. Combining classic sophistication with state-of-the-art fitness tracking technology, the Ace X series offers a unique selection of strap options, including silicone, leather, and steel – allowing you to effortlessly switch between a formal look and a sport-ready style.

    Boasting a stunning 1.96″ AMOLED Display with a resolution of 466×466 pixels, the Ace X Smartwatch offers a visual experience like no other. Whether you’re checking the time or tracking your fitness progress, the vibrant display ensures clarity in every detail. Additionally, it offers comprehensive health tracking features, including continuous heart rate monitoring, SP02 monitoring, sleep tracking, step counting, and calorie tracking, ensuring that you stay in tune with your wellness goals. It comes with a single-chip advanced Bluetooth calling with one-tap pairing and BLE 5.3 technology. The Quick Dial Pad simplifies communication, making it easier than ever to stay connected.

    “The Ace X series smartwatch is a game-changer in wearable tech,” said Cult.sport business head Shamik Sharma. “It effortlessly blends timeless style with top-notch sports features, giving you the perfect all-in-one companion. And for our cricket enthusiasts, you will get live updates even when you’re on the move so that you do not miss out on the upcoming Cricket World Cup.”

    Unique features like the functional crown, Always-on-display, quick reply, and social media QR code enhance your daily interactions and productivity. Whether you’re in a meeting or at the gym, this smartwatch adapts to your needs. For everyday athletes, the automatic sports recognition feature identifies activities like running, walking, treadmill workouts, cycling, and rowing exercises. With 113 sports modes available, you can track your progress across various physical activities effortlessly.

    The Ace X Smartwatch will be available in a variety of colors, including Black Silicone, Blue Silicone, Grey Silicone (Ace X), and ACE X LUXE with options like Brown Leather, Blue Leather, Silver Steel, and Black Steel. The Ace X Smartwatch series is priced at Rs 3,499 and is available exclusively on cultsport.com and amazon.in.

  • Fire-Boltt signs MS Dhoni as its new brand ambassador

    Fire-Boltt signs MS Dhoni as its new brand ambassador

    Mumbai: Fire-Boltt has appointed Mahendra Singh Dhoni as its new brand ambassador. Dhoni is the latest addition to the brand’s highly aggressive marketing & endorsement plans for India.

    The legendary cricketer will be the leading face of the brand and take part in a variety of marketing, advertising, and endorsement activities for Fire-Boltt, which has once again taken the top spot in the Indian smartwatch market with a market share of 28 per cent.

    Dhoni is known for his reliability, and the partnership will not only allow the brand to aggressively expand its footprints across the country but will also strengthen its identity as the most reliable smartwatch brand in India.

    The association with MS Dhoni will further help Fire-Boltt reach a wider audience, not only in India but across the globe. This partnership will play a crucial role for the brand as the smartwatch market is growing at a rapid pace, and the brand aims to set a benchmark in the smartwatch industry in the near future.

    Talking about his association with the brand and the smartwatch, Mahendra Singh Dhoni said, “Fitness plays an important role in my life. Being an athlete, consistency is important. Fire-Boltt’s range of smartwatches assists people in performing the right amount of workouts. I’m glad to be associated with a brand that has a global appeal.”

    Commenting on this partnership, Fire-Boltt founder and CEO Arnav Kishore asserted, “We are extremely passionate about the addition of MS Dhoni to our group of inspiring ambassadors; he is a natural fit for the brand. The impeccable personality of MS Dhoni and his continuous fame marries well with our vision to carve a niche for ourselves in the fit-tech space. MS Dhoni is one of the most respected cricketers in the world, and he remains an idol for aspiring cricketers across the globe. The association with this iconic wicketkeeper, captain, batsman, or one may say a living legend reflects our unwavering commitment to offering people the best solution to their smartwatch woes.”

    “The ethos of Fire-Boltt to foster a holistic experience for each & every customer has been deeply imbibed in all the initiatives that we undertake here, and MS Dhoni embodies Fire-Boltt’s fitness heritage seamlessly. From the factory level to the top management, true & cohesive efforts are reflected in all of our products, communication, branding, and customer relations. With this association, we wish to accentuate our capabilities and become a household name just like Mahendra Singh Dhoni,” added Fire-Boltt co-founder Aayushi Kishore.

  • Vaani Kapoor becomes the brand ambassador for Noise X-Fit 2 smartwatch

    Vaani Kapoor becomes the brand ambassador for Noise X-Fit 2 smartwatch

    Mumbai: Noise announced that it has onboarded Bollywood actor Vaani Kapoor as the face of its upcoming X-Fit series smartwatches in India and is all set to launch the X-Fit 2 smartwatch in India on 4 August.

    The X-Fit series by Noise was announced last year in partnership with HRX by Hrithik Roshan and Exceed Entertainment.

    The brand has unveiled Vaani as the face of the X-Fit 2 with the release of the #KeepGoing campaign across its digital assets. With this development, Noise aims to initiate conversation around how fitness has become a part of our everyday lifestyle and we must pursue it in style and with comfort.

    Vani Kapoor will start the Noise #KeepGoing campaign with a fitness challenge, asking the audience to share “What keeps them going” through social media posts.

    Speaking about the campaign, Noise co-founder Amit Khatri said, “Our partnership with HRX has led to the launch of one of the most celebrated series in our smartwatch segment – X-Fit, designed for the athleisure-loving community who seek innovation bundled with style. We are all set to introduce the new X-Fit 2 smartwatch in India and are delighted to collaborate with Vaani Kapoor as the face of this new-age smartwatch. Vaani’s zeal for fitness and deep connection with Indian youths, millennials and Gen Z consumers will enable us to inspire a larger community and drive the adoption of smart innovations among them.”

    Commenting on the partnership, Kapoor commented, “It is a pleasure to be a part of the journey with Noise and HRX to launch their upcoming X-Fit 2 smartwatch in India. The new smartwatch combines my fondness for gadgets with my passion for leading a fit lifestyle, and what inspires me even more is the brand’s message to always follow our instincts and believe in ourselves to mark a change.”

  • Garmin India signs Mandira Bedi as brand ambassador for its smartwatches & accessories

    Garmin India signs Mandira Bedi as brand ambassador for its smartwatches & accessories

    MUMBAI: Pivoting towards strengthening the brand reach, Garmin India, a has signed television presenter and fitness coach Mandira Bedi as its brand ambassador.

    The popular face of many TV shows, host of cricket matches and now an icon of fitness, Bedi will promote Garmin smartwatches and accessories in India across the mediums of print, television, online as well as creating buzz on all social media platforms.

    Garmin India director Ali Rizvi said, “Mandira Bedi is not only a star icon but also an inspiration to many fitness enthusiasts and women globally. We are thrilled to have her on board with us and are confident that this partnership will strengthen our brand reach and encourage more people to choose a healthier lifestyle.”

    Recently, on the occasion of International Women’s day, Garmin India launched an incredibly small, smart and modern smartwatch – ‘Lily’ with features designed by women, for women. The smartwatch offers women’s health features, including menstrual cycle tracking and newly launched pregnancy tracking feature sharing the mother-to-be a snapshot of their pregnancy alongside their other health, wellness and activity data.

    “Working out and staying fit is not only a passion but a choice of lifestyle,” remarked Bedi. “It’s an honour for me to be associated with Garmin- a brand that especially designs and manufactures its products to help fitness enthusiasts by providing the correct guidance and accurate data of their workouts. With their range of smartwatches, together we aim to reach out to more and more people to spread awareness on the need of a healthier lifestyle.”

    Garmin offers smart wearables across price points with dedicated devices for golf, running, swimming and cycling activities amongst a range of other products. Currently, more than 13 models including the recently launched ‘Lily’ and many more products are available through its online and offline channels pan India.

  • MevoFit launches Bold Fitness Band and Smartwatch in India

    MevoFit launches Bold Fitness Band and Smartwatch in India

    New Delhi, September 21, 2020: We are often torn between the choices to go for a fitness band or a smartwatch. So now we have for you a comprehensive solution – a Fitness Tracker Smartwatch! MevoFit, a leading lifestyle brand, has launched the MevoFit Bold fitness band and smartwatch, a two-in-one super device. The Bold band is a new-age professional fitness device with a gamut of features for athletes and other users. The device can be easily connected to a user’s smartphone for a host of auto sync of functions such as alarm clock, time-keeping, incoming calls, SMS, social media notification and more.

    A host of smart features should not come at the expense of legibility, especially when you're working out. That’s why this activity band sports a full HD coloured display screen and to show the current time, Steps, Heart Rate, Calories Burnt, Distance walked, and Sleep duration. The screen comes with brightness intelligence to auto-tune the screen brightness on the basis of ambient light around it. This function allows the device to save battery for up to 10 days and also ensures an easy impact on the user’s eyes.

    It is built with IP67 premium material and, therefore, it is dustproof and waterproof. The same signature of top craftsmanship is also visible in its TPE-based straps that come with metallic studs with a stunning 3-D Diamond-cut design.

    Meant for beginner and experienced professionals alike, MevoFit’s smart wearable is suitable for various sports, including running, cycling, badminton, basketball, soccer, and tennis. The users can also monitor and keep a check on run time, heartbeat, calories burnt etc. during the time of play. Post the activity, this fitness band also gives a complete summary in the app of workout time, heart rate, and calories burnt.

    Getting a night of sound sleep is critical to your workouts. As per leading forums, more than 60% of the adults complain of not getting a sound sleep. MevoFit’s Bold band thus lets you analyze your sleep pattern with the help of its automatic sleep tracker. The band is extremely comfortable to wear and is very soft, and hence one can wear it while sleeping. It automatically tracks sleeping status and generates a report showing deep and light sleep hours.

    The MRP of the MevoFit Bold fitness band and smartwatch is Rs. 5,999. It is available on Amazon and Flipkart at a discounted price. Notably, popular actress and a fitness Icon Mandira Bedi is part of the leading lifestyle brand. Talking about the product and the brand, she said, “It gives me immense pleasure to be part of a company that’s redefining the way we usually perceive lifestyle tools and devices. MevoFit Bold is just the perfect pick for those who enjoy life to the fullest while adhering to a disciplined fitness regime.”

  • Timex, Blink launch smartwatch to help you stay fit

    Timex, Blink launch smartwatch to help you stay fit

    MUMBAI: American brand Timex has launched a smartwatch, Timex Blink in collaboration with Indian start-up Blink and will be launching a TVC informing people about it.

    Jointly conceived by Wirepaper Studios and Witworks, the TVC showcases how one can keep themselves fit without giving up on their style quotient no matter what they are doing throughout the day: at home, office or gym! It reminds you of your priorities and has a caller ID so that you don’t have to carry your phone everywhere. It helps you create an impression with different styles and interchangeable straps. The smartwatch also comes with an SOS feature that makes sure you can alert your loved ones instantly whenever you feel you are in danger.

    Timex Group India head of sales and marketing Anupam Mathur says, “Timex is a global brand that has a lineage attached to it which is glorious and unique. As a brand, we have always focused on enhancing lifestyles and giving our consumers a timeless experience. The brand has evolved over the years with advancement in technology and lifestyles but has always kept its American roots intact.”

    Wirepaper creative head Vikrant Singh Kirar adds, “Our brief was to showcase the uniqueness of the device in terms of its distinct looks and wide range of features. This watch is nothing like anything out there, and brings together the classiness of a timepiece and sportiness of a fitness tracker. The character, set-up, activities had to be true to the product and its target audience.”

    The new Timex Blink comes with an activity tracker that displays time and current battery level with a battery backup of 7 to 14 hours. The band is compatible with both iOS and Android devices