SnapWatch: get kids to tell the time… and make it snappy

Kids love electronic devices, but not every family is going to be comfortable with starting their offspring off on a smartphone and smartwatch during their pre-teen years, or indeed while they are still under 10-years old.

UK-based SnapWatch thinks it has an answer… and it might just allow our youth to start time-keeping and making sure that they dial in for their family Zoom calls and online learning lessons on time.

Each SnapWatch is made of a silicone tube with a bi-stable metal band running through the middle. If you’ve used the modern era equivalent of bicycle trouser leg clips, then you’ll know the kind of thing we’re talking about.

The watch itself is flexible PCB LED display that floats on top and connects to the control unit at the end of the band. The company says that the reason it chose silicone is to ensure SnapWatch is durable and environmentally friendly.

Kids (and this is probably targetted at the ages 4-9, although those slightly older might also get a kick out of this device) can select 12 or 24-hour time and the two-button control also shows date, month and seconds.

Rather than over-complicate the unit, the USP here is no software, no app required and one-size-fits all.