Citizen partnered with Amazon to launch a unique smart wall clock

Smartwatches are a technology accessory that's no stranger to most of us for the past few years, but smart wall clocks are clearly a new concept. Recently, one of the world's largest watch makers: Citizen, partnered with one of the most popular AI ecosystem technology companies: Amazon, and launched the 'Watch Clocks' model. new Echo 'Wall (Echo Wall Clock) with Alexa virtual assistant support.

However, unlike smart speakers, Citizen Echo Wall Clock is not equipped with an integrated microphone, but can only connect to devices with other Alexa virtual assistants via Bluetooth (The back of the watch has a pairing button. Bluetooth so you can connect to Alexa-enabled smart speakers). Once connected, you can set a timer, an alarm, or set a time for the voice clock. For example, to order clock settings, simply say "Alexa, set up my Echo Wall Clock".

Besides the main task of displaying the time of day, Citizen Echo Wall Clock is also equipped with an LCD screen that allows it to display one or more timers that you set by synchronizing with the Echo smart speaker.

The Citizen Echo Wall Clock smart wall clock will be sold with two separate designs, of which the metal frame version will cost $ 79.99 (about 1.9 million VND) and the wooden frame version. Priced at $ 89.99 (approximately 21 million VND) - a lot more expensive than the Amazon-independent Echo Wall Clock model launched last year ($ 29.99).

Citizen partnered with Amazon to launch a unique smart wall clock Picture 1 Echo Wall Clock metal frame version
Citizen partnered with Amazon to launch a unique smart wall clock Picture 2 Echo Wall Clock wooden frame version

Unlike the light-emitting Eco-drive wristwatches that made the Japanese manufacturer's name, Citizen Echo Wall Clock will still use the battery as a normal wall clock, with 4 AA batteries. This promises to be an indispensable accessory in a true smart home.