Written by Jonna
Edited on
11 July 2023
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08:45
What are hybrid watches and what can you use it for?
The term hybrid is getting more common every day. For example, hybrid cars or hybrid bikes. Smartwatches are moving with the time as well. But what are hybrid watches? Is this for you? In this article, you can read what a hybrid watch is and what you can use it for.
What's a hybrid watch?
A hybrid watch is an analogue watch with smart functions. All kinds of useful functions hide behind the classic appearance of hybrid watches. For example, tracking your steps, measuring your sleep, or smartphone notifications. Often, hybrid watches have a small digital screen built into the watch face. You can see the number of steps you took that day, for example.
Functions
With hybrid watches, you stay up-to-date of your smartphone messages. When you have a new message, your watch will vibrate or the hands of the clock move to a specific number. You can also stay up-to-date of your steps, burned calories, sleep, and stress. Often, you can read more information in the accompanying app on your smartphone. Some watches even allow you to control the music or camera of your smartphone.
Design
Not sure whether you should choose a smartwatch or classic watch? A hybrid watch has the best of both worlds. Hybrid watches have a more stylish design, like traditional watches. But they also have the functions of a smartwatch. The battery life of a hybrid watch is often up to 6 months
Conclusion
Hybrid watches have smart functions, but do have a classic design. Whether you should choose a traditional watch, a smartwatch, or a hybrid watch depends on your personal preference. Do you want to stay up-to-date of your health and messages, but also a stylish watch? In that case, a hybrid watch is the one you're looking for.
Article by Jonna
Smartwatch Expert.
