LG Urbane 2nd Edition: first smartwatch Android Wear with SIM
LG unveils its Watch Urbane 2nd Edition, the first smartwatch Android Wear independent support to a SIM.
LG has unveiled Urbane 2nd Edition Watch supporting technologies of 3G and Wi-Fi. It is the first device with Android Wear to be fully independent from a smartphone outside, allowing the wearer to avoid carry the smartphone. The new Urbane Watch can still be connected to an external device, be it with Android or iOS.
The total independence comes at a cost: LG Urbane 2nd Edition Watch is less graceful than its counterpart without 3G module, which continues to remain one of the devices of the category more similar to traditional watches. Returning to the new model, its display is once again a P-OLED 1.38-inch 480×480 resolution with 348 PPI of pixel density and is surrounded by a stainless steel case.
To ensure the same autonomy as the standard model, LG has had to integrate a battery more massive and heavily capacity of 570mAh and a new power-saving mode. On the right-side LG Urbane 2nd Edition Watch integrates some buttons for quick access to important functions of the device, while pressing on the crown activates the Ambient Mode.
On the software side, we will find 16 different dials and features dedicated to fitness, while the strap is not replaceable. Provided there will be various versions TPSiV ” hypoallergenic and resistant “, but because of the particular structure, the buyer cannot change them. This is because apparently part of the wireless antennas are integrated in the same band, and it would be complex models replaceable insert.
LG Urbane 2nd Edition Specifications :
- Processor : 1.2GHz Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM 400
- Operating System : Android Wear (version Cell-connected)
- Display : P-OLED 1.38 inches (480 x 480 / 348ppi)
- Dimensions : 44.5 x 14.2mm
- Memory : 4GB eMMC / 768MB LPDDR3
- Battery : 570mAh
- Connectivity : Bluetooth 4.1 / Wi-Fi / LTE / 3G
- Sensors : Accelerometer / gyroscope / compass / barometer / PPG / GPS
- Color : Space Black / Blue Opal / Luxe White / Brown Signature
- Other : resistance to dust and water (IP67)
We can consider the announcement of LG as a preview of what will be the smartwatch. The company has submitted information on availability and prices whereas the average market price is $299.99/$349.99 for products of equal invoice dependent on other devices, it is likely that LG Urbane 2nd Edition Watch present a list price significantly higher.
