BGR Says Smartwatches Are No Longer Essential as Screenless Wearables Offer 3 Core Functions
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Updated · Boy Genius Report · May 24
BGR Says Smartwatches Are No Longer Essential as Screenless Wearables Offer 3 Core Functions
6 articles · Updated · Boy Genius Report · May 24
BGR argues consumers can now skip smartwatches because smart rings, fitness bands, headphones and analog watches cover the main needs of timekeeping, fitness tracking and quick access to information.
Screenless alternatives such as Oura Ring, Whoop and Fitbit trackers deliver sleep, step and workout data without the bulk, constant alerts or always-online feel that make smartwatches distracting.
Analog watches are presented as the cleaner option for users who mainly want to tell time, especially in formal settings where bright digital watches can look out of place.
BGR still sees a case for smartwatches for users who want 1 device for calls, messages, music and health metrics, but says the choice now depends more on lifestyle than necessity.
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