ASUS announces the availability of the ASUS ZenWatch 2 Android Wear Smart Watch in Singapore. Available in 2 sizes (1.63-inch and 1.45-inch), it will retail at S$229 from the 14th November. BTW, the interchangeable straps will be available at S$39 separately towards the end of November.
Press Release
ASUS Announces ZenWatch 2 in Singapore
First ASUS wearable to be launched in Singapore with stylish and sleek finishing with cutomisable features
- First ASUS smartwatch to launch in Singapore market
- ZenWatch 2 is a stylish and truly-personal wearable device powered by Android Wear
- Available in 2 sizes for male and female wearers and a variety of interchangeable straps with more than 50 customisable watch faces
- ZenWatch 2 serves as a smart assistant for Android and iOS smartphones, and a wellness manager that helps wearers achieve fitness goals
- At-a-glance view of incoming calls, messages, notifications, and remotely access the smartphone camera without the need to remove smartphones from pockets or bags
Singapore (29th October, 2015) — ASUS today announced the ASUS ZenWatch 2, the first ASUS smartwatch that will be made available in Singapore. A stylish and personalised wearable device powered by Android Wear™, the ZenWatch 2 is crafted with attention to detail using high-quality materials and feature the efficient and powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™400 processor. The ZenWatch 2 serves as a smart assistant for Android and iOS devices, providing wearers with timely information at a glance and accessing their phone through a simple touch or voice command.
ZenWatch 2 is designed to be a truly personal device which wearers can customise even further to express their unique sense of style. Available in 1.63-inch and 1.45-inch respectively, the Sparrow and Wren Zenwatch 2 models has a variety of interchangeable straps for users to change straps based on their preference. Furthermore, with more than 50 instantly-changeable watch faces, the new ASUS FaceDesigner smartphone app allows wearers to create watch faces with customised style and functionality, creating a ZenWatch 2 for everyone.
ZenWatch 2 is also a full-featured activity tracker with a built-in pedometer that provides industry-leading step-counting accuracy to give wearers a clear and precise picture of their activity level. It works together with the completely redesigned Wellness personal activity manager smartphone app to help wearers track their progress and stay motivated to achieve personal fitness goals.
Both 1.63-inch Sparrow and 1.45-inch Wren Zenwatch 2 models, will be available in Singapore at $229 from 14th November onwards. The interchangeable straps will be available at S$39 separately towards the end of November.
Fine Watch Craftsmanship
The ASUS ZenWatch 2 continues the tradition of fine watch craftsmanship with its impeccable, detail-focused design and high-quality construction. It features a durable stainless-steel case available in two sizes that cater to both female and male users. A metal crown button adorns the case, similar to traditional watch styling and providing a quick way to access apps and turn the screen on or off. The watch crystal is designed with a gentle curve for an elegant look and improved usability by providing a smooth surface for easy and responsive swiping gestures. It is made from tough Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 for protection against scratches and damage.
Highly Personal and Customisable
The ZenWatch 2 is available with a wide range of straps in a variety of materials and colours for further personalisation. A tough yet supple rubber strap is available which makes it the perfect choice for athletes, users with active lifestyles, or those who prefer a more casual look. In addition, a soft, premium leather strap is available, providing an elegant look that fits any user scenario.
Complementing its physical design, the ZenWatch 2 comes with over 50 instantly-changeable, professionally-designed software watch faces. The wide variety of available designs allows wearers to customise their watch to fit any style, activity, or mood, such as a traditional watch face for work or a night out, a sports watch face for exercise, or a more casual design for leisure time. With the new FaceDesigner smartphone app, wearers can even create their own watch faces with the look and functionality they desire for a truly personal and unique ZenWatch 2 experience.
Smart Assistant App
Powered by the latest version of Android Wear, the ZenWatch 2 is a smart assistant for Android and iOS smartphones providing wearers with a convenient, at-a-glance view of incoming calls, messages, notifications, and other important information without having to remove their phone from their pocket or bag. The ZenWatch 2 comes with a wide-range of software features, including ASUS ZenUI apps, Business Helper, FoneHelper, Remote Camera, and ZenWatch Message.
The ZenWatch 2 seamlessly integrates with the ZenUI on the ASUS smartphones, allowing wearers enjoy wearable-optimised ZenUI apps, such as What’s Next and Do It Later. What’s Next keeps wearers informed of important information as they need to know it, such as details of their next upcoming appointment or the weather at their next destination. The Do It Later feature allows wearers defer events such as incoming phone calls and messages by automatically adding them to a list of reminders, so they can stay focused on their current task.
ZenWatch 2 introduces Business Helper, a suite of features to assist wearers with common business-related tasks, such as checking their agendas, managing email, and viewing their call logs. In addition to the Business Helper, the ZenWatch 2 comes with an improved version of FoneHelper, a collection of features including Quick Settings, Cover to Mute, Unlock My Phone, and Forgot Phone Warning that are designed to provide a more convenient and enjoyable smartphone experience.
The Remote Camera function provide wearers with the ability to display their smartphone’s camera viewfinder on their ZenWatch 2. This frees them to take photos from creative angles where the viewfinder would be difficult to see, such as when holding their phone overhead at a concert or other crowded event. Remote Camera is also useful for group photos, letting the photographer compose the photo, release the shutter, and check the final result while being included in the shot. The Remote Camera function offers faster performance, greater range, the ability to switch between the phone’s front and rear cameras, plus zoom capability.
The ZenWatch Message is a fun new watch-to-watch communication app that allows wearers to exchange short messages, emojis, and drawings with other ZenWatch 2 wearers right from their wrists. In addition to software improvements, the ZenWatch 2 comes with an enhanced battery that provides up to two days of use on a single charge. An all-new magnetic charger effortlessly attaches to the ZenWatch 2 and it takes just 36 minutes to charge the ZenWatch 2 from zero to 50% capacity.
Advanced Wellness Manager
Comfortable to wear all day and built with sophisticated sensors, the ZenWatch 2 works together with the completely redesigned Wellness smartphone app to provide a comprehensive solution for managing fitness. The ZenWatch 2 is a full-featured activity tracker with a built-in pedometer that provides industry-leading step-counting accuracy to give wearers a clear and precise picture of their activity level. Its IP67 water-resistant case is impervious to sweat, so wearers can use the ZenWatch 2 to track even their most vigorous workouts.
A new workout coaching feature tracks a variety of activity types including walking, running, push-ups, and sit-ups, letting wearers set goals for each workout. The ZenWatch 2 monitors the workout, provides feedback along the way, and notifies wearers with a congratulatory notification when they meet their goal. Furthermore, it helps wearers stay active throughout the day by providing reminders to get up and move at regular intervals.
With the Wellness smartphone app, wearers can open the Wellness app on their smartphone to see all of their activity information organised in one convenient location. It displays daily and weekly activity summaries, presented as attractive, easy-to-understand timelines and charts to help wearers track their progress and stay motivated to achieve personal fitness goals.
AVAILABILITY & PRICING
Both 1.63-inch Sparrow and 1.45-inch Wren Zenwatch 2 models, will be available in Singapore at $229 from 14th November onwards. The interchangeable straps will be available at S$39 separately towards the end of November.
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