Hannspree SportWatch sells for as little as CA$60

Hannspree Sports WatchHannspree is the latest device manufacturer to announce a smartwatch. But unlike many of its competitors, it is not aiming for the high-end of the market. The Hannspree SportWatch is now available in the U.K. for only £30 (about CA$60 or US$45).

Needless to say, that price means that it will not be as full-featured as more expensive smartwatches. At the same time, it offers enough to functionality to allow someone to grab a smartwatch at a fraction of the cost of most alternatives.

Among the included features are both an activity (step counting, calories burned and distance travelled) and sleep tracker, message notifications when paired to a smartphone (both Android and iOS are supported) and it can function as an alarm clock.

Hannspree Sports Watch

Hannspree SportWatch specifications:

  • Processor: 16GHz ARM Cortex M0
  • Operating system: Proprietary
  • Cellular connectivity: None
  • Other connectivity: Bluetooth 4.0
  • Display: 0.68-inch OLED
  • Sensors: Pedometer, accelerometer
  • Battery: 50mAh
  • Colours: Black with black and blue wristbands and necklace bands
  • Other: Splash resistant

Despite having only a 50mAh battery, the Hannspree SportWatch promises battery life of between 5 and 8 days. The company’s choice of a smaller 0.68-inch display probably plays a significant role in extending that battery life (and keeping cost down).

The Hannspree SportWatch does not even have to be worn as a watch. A necklace band is also included, allowing you to quickly convert it to a necklace when you don’t feel like wearing a watch.

The Hannspree SportWatch is available in Europe. There is no word yet on whether it will make its way to North America.



Source : Hannspree