GPS Watches - The New 'Wrist-Top' Computer?
So I was watching CNBC the other morning when the on-air team was talking about recent trends in wrist watch sales and consumer use. The premise was that since EVERYONE has a cell phone or mobile device with a clock, folks don't really need to wear a watch anymore. Pretty interesting stuff.
Even more interesting, though, is that, despite this theory, watch companies like Swatch, Fossil, etc. are actually doing pretty well even in these days of our challenged economy. The wrist watch is not only still a very POPULAR and PERSONAL jewelry and accessory style choice, but is also fast becoming the wearer's personal assistant!
Watches are starting to get their toe in the door of the mini-PC category. We've all shared with our friends how cool our GPS is in our car, how we've picked our favorite voices and vehicle icon and how we've all named them (mine's Emily!). And we're still amazed that they can help us find that great little Chinese restaurant that's tucked in that downtown side street.
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Watches now not only have GPS capability but they include also have functions like cell phones with Bluetooth capability, MP3/MP4 players, calendars, calculators, alarm clocks, voice recorders and functions to help with your workout regimen. Dick Tracy eat your heart out!
So, whether you're looking to maximize the efficiency of your workouts or runs, looking for a convenient and accurate way to check yardages on the golf course, insure you find your way out of the woods (or off the lake) or help you keep an eye on your kids even when you can't see them, one of these 'wrist-top' computers can probably provide more than you need.
It's truly amazing that some of these new GPS watches can even store up to 250 groups of phone books, have E-book capability, cameras and FM radios, 2 GB built-in memory cards and 1.3 inch 260k Pixels touch-screens.
The first type of GPS watches to find mass appeal is the athletic or fitness watch. This little goodie is perfect for a variety of different sports and outdoor activities, especially those where tracking your speed and movement is of some value. These "runners'" or "running" watches are a sports watch and a distance tracker that also shows your current speed.