Sony launches water-resistant SmartWatch 2 with NFC

Sony jas launched its SmartWatch 2 which is water resistant and comes with Near Field Communication (NFC) capability. The device will be available worldwide from September 2013. The SmartWatch 2 has a 1.6-inch screen with a 220x176 pixels resolution and a standard Micro-USB port for charging. It has an aluminium body and comes with the option of steel and swappable wristbands. Sony claims it has the longest battery life for a smartwatch. The watch is compatible with Android, and Sony says the User Interface is similar to Android for familiarity. The watch allows users to get notifications, act as a phone remote control and get access to Android apps that are compatible with the SmartWatch2. Sony says that App expandability is key to its SmartWatch 2 and that is has the most apps that any other smartwatch. [caption id=“attachment_903991” align=“alignleft” width=“380”]  Sony SmartWatch 2 in this photo.[/caption] Users can also download SmartWatch apps and carry out functions from the device that you would ordinarily need your phone for. Here are a few: • Handle your calls by a simple touch of your wrist • Take a photo remotely from your SmartWatch, using a smart camera app • Control your presentations remotely using Presentation Pal • Taking a run or on the bike? Select a mapping app on SmartWatch to check your route with a quick glance at your wrist • Read previously downloaded e-mails when not connected to your phone • Use lifestyle apps like Runtastic to map and instantly track your fitness activities on the go • Quickly and easily adjust the tracks and volume on your music player, without ever taking your phone from your pocket Stefan K Persson, Head of Companion Products at Sony Mobile Communications said, “Competitors are only now launching first generation devices, while we are already launching a 3rd generation device with all the insight gained from over half a million customers combined with Sony’s wealth of technology expertise to create the best ever smartwatch experience.” Users can also get Facebook and Twitter notifications on the SmartWatch as well as email once they sync the device with their Android smartphone. Sony has also promised new and attractive watchstraps soon.