Asus has just officially unveiled its Android-powered smartwatch, ZenWatch 2, before the global audience at Europe's IFA Event this year. The smartwatch was previously announced three months ago as part of the company's Computex keynote.The company says that ZenWatch 2 will be available in retail stores this October.
The wearable device will be sold for roughly $170 for the 49 mm model with a 1.6-inch display. The 45 mm variant that has a 1.45-inch display will be sold for $190. However, the company is eyeing to lower the price further for its 2015 generation wearables, The Verge reported on Wednesday.
"The ZenWatch 2 will be offered in a choice of silver, gunmetal, or rose gold cases, and there'll be a variety of straps to choose from and interchange - the larger model is compatible with 22mm straps while the smaller one will fit 18mm straps. Asus will also include its own exclusive watch faces and a customization tool to help you create your own. The Taiwanese company says the ZenWatch 2 will be available across the world from the start of October, but is only revealing its European pricing for now," according to the report.
International Business Times cites that one of the major key improvements of the ZenWatch 2, as Asus claims, is its longer battery life, which can last for over two days. However, the company warns that the two-day battery life of the smartwatch can only be achieved if it will be used to function as a plain watch, with no other smart capabilities that will eventually consume power.
"The ZenWatch 2 will also feature a number of proprietary apps aimed at business, fitness and communication. Asus' smart assistant looks like a watered down version of Apple's Siri or Microsof Cortana, while on the fitness side, its Wellness app promises industry leading accuracy in tracking your movement and activity. Finally, ZenWatch Message will allow you to send personal messages and emoji to your family and friends -- though only to those who also own a ZenWatch," the report added.
