Razer Nabu Watch
Razer, the San Diego-based manufacturer
of gaming laptops and controllers, is no stranger to wearables, as the company
has a Smartband and VR headset in the market right now. At 2016 CES in Las Vegas Company has showcased their first smartwatch,
Nabu Watch, priced at considerable on lower at US$ 150.
The Nabu Watch has two screens, each of
them draws power from different batteries, thus giving the flawless blend of a
watch and smart notification device. First and foremost, it is a watch with
features like displaying time, countdown timer, stopwatch, world clocks, alarm
and illuminated display. These functions are powered by a cell battery that can
last up to 12 months.
The other display is an OLED that shows
off activity and sleep tracking metrics with the help of accelerometer and
notifications via connected smartphone. Note that this display and vibration
motor uses a rechargeable battery, which is said to lasts for at least seven
days. There is a proprietary magnetic charger that should be used to charge the
battery.
The Dual Display means you don’t have to
check OLED display in order to use the countdown time and other essential
features mentioned. Apparently, what it means that you’ll switch to the power
hogging screen less number of time and thus allowing the watch to last up to
seven days. You can disconnect the pairing between smartphone and watch for
when you needn’t want it to monitor your activities. Just use it as any
standard watch.
The Nabu Watch from Razer has a
compatibility with iPhone and Android smartphones via Bluetooth. You’ll be
notified of calls, texts, emails and alerts from apps like Facebook and
Twitter. The watch also ensures that the time setting is correct as it
synchronizes with your smartphone. There are two models of the watch; the
standard model is made out of polycarbonate material with Razer green
highlights. While the Forged Edition model is made out of a Stainless Steel
button and a premium black finish. They are rated 5ATM, which means it is water
and shock resistant up to 5 meters.
Talking about the availability of the
Razer Nabu Watch, it would be available later this month for US$ 150, the price
for the standard model. While the Premium Forged Edition Watch would be
available for US$ 200.
