When does a fitness band become a smartwatch? We’d argue that an e-paper display is one feature you can use to make that distinction, which is exactly what Sony’s added to its “lifelogging” SmartBand. A display isn’t the only thing new about the SmartBand Talk, because as the name suggests, you can also make/take calls on the wearable thanks to an embedded microphone and loudspeaker. There’s an ARM Cortex-M4 32-bit processor to power the whole thing with 2MB of flash memory and that 1.4-inch black and white display to keep you updated on progress. As you might expect, Sony’s Core is at work here as well with edge-mounted volume and menu buttons to round out the on-board controls. The IP68 waterproof and dustproof wearable connects to an Android 4.4 (and above) device via NFC and Bluetooth to wrangle tasks for up to three days before needing a charge. If you’re looking to get a bit more active, €160 (around $210) will be the cost of admission when the SmartBand Talk arrives this fall in four different color options. Filed under: Wearables , Sony Comments
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Sony outfits the SmartBand Talk with an e-paper screen and voice calling
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