Alcatel Smart Watch launched on Flipkart at Rs 7,999

NEW DELHI: Alcatel OneTouch has launched its Smart Watch range in India.  A elegant design at an accessible price  of Rs 7,999 on Flipkart it debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas in January 2015, and was also awarded the iF Design Award by the iF International Forum Design GmbH. It is now available in India on Flipkart at Rs 7999.

The company explained that the watch can be synced with Android smartphone (4.3 and above) or iPhone (4S and above). The watch is available in two styles — Sporty dark red/volcano black and White. While offering choice and style, the watch is also said to offer multiple fitness functions and connects to Android and iOS smartphones via Bluetooth.

Monitors User Activity: The watch is packed with sensors. The heart-rate monitor is embedded discretely on the underside of the watch face. There’s also an accelerometer, gyroscope, altimeter and e-compass. The watch also allows users to track their sleep cycle, distance covered, steps taken and calories burned. To monitor their fitness goals, users can access the activity overview that the watch offers.

Multimedia Remote Control and Phone Notifications: When the smartwatch is connected to a smartphone, it sends users’ call notifications; social media updates and vibrates if users stray too far from their phones. The watch also features ‘Raise to See’. Touching the watch’s screen activates a multimedia remote control. Users can control music, take pictures from their phone from a distance or make their phone ring in order to locate it.

Simplicity of Use Is Built In: The watch is compatible with Alcatel Onetouch smartphones in the HERO, IDOL and POP series, as well as with any phone running on Android 4.3 or above and on iOS 7 or above. It is also claimed to be dust and water-resistant, with a long battery life. The WATCH has a USB charger integrated into its band for simplicity of use.