Montblanc has announced a new smartwatch,
the Montblanc Summit. Among other things, this is a smartwatch which comes
running on Android Wear 2.0 and therefore, makes use of a number of Android
Wear 2.0-specific features including the Google Assistant. With this
being from a luxury brand, it is being positioned as a luxury item and that
includes a relatively speaking, luxury price.
The Montblanc Summit is
going to cost US$ 890 as a starting point when it does becomes available to buy.
Which at the moment is scheduled for a May 2017 release. The
Montblanc Summit will initially (for two weeks) only be available via the
online retailer site MR PORTER. Following the exclusivity period, the Montblanc
Summit will be available directly from Montblanc, as well as Montblanc retail
channels.
Montblanc is certainly positioning this smartwatch
as a customized option and so it will be available in a number of different
styles. The baseline versions will be offered along with either a black
calfskin strap, a brown sfumato strap, or a rubber strap (available in black,
blue, green or red). Montblanc also explains that the Summit comes equipped with
slightly curved sapphire glass. Which according to Montblanc is “a world first
in smartwatches” and designed to provide the feel “of a real watch.” For those
who want the ultimate experience though, Montblanc will be offering consumers
the option to create a bespoke dial, with a unique watch face that is
‘exclusive to them’. However, the price for this particular level of
customization is listed to start from € 15,000.
In terms of the main numbers, the Montblanc Summit
is a smartwatch which comes equipped with a 1.39-inch full round AMOLED display
along with a 400 x 400 resolution. Inside, you can expect to find 512MB RAM,
4GB internal storage, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 powering the show.
This is a smartwatch that comes equipped with Bluetooth 4.1. and Wifi 802.11
b/g/n connectivity, while a 300 mAh battery powers the device – which can be
charged via the included magnetic charging cradle.
You can also add to the list
an IP68 certification for water-resistance which should mean that it will be fine
when caught in the rain or when washing your hands. There are also a number of
sensors thrown in for good measure, including a heart rate monitor and you can
also expect to find some additional features and software tweaks. Such as
Runtastic pre-installed and access to a three-month Runtastic Premium
subscription for free.
