Watches and Clocks – The Gadgeteer https://the-gadgeteer.com Gadget news and reviews since 1997! Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:44:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 https://the-gadgeteer.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/cropped-wp-icon-gadgeteer-logo-32x32.jpg Watches and Clocks – The Gadgeteer https://the-gadgeteer.com 32 32 This analog watch uses satellites to automatically set the time in over 40 time zones! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/09/19/this-analog-watch-uses-satellites-to-automatically-set-the-time-in-over-40-time-zones/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/09/19/this-analog-watch-uses-satellites-to-automatically-set-the-time-in-over-40-time-zones/#respond Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:44:29 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=407195 NEWS – We talk a LOT about multi-tools and knives here on The Gadgeteer, but we can’t forget that watches are also a part of people’s daily gear. That’s what long time Gadgeteer reader DStaal thought when he sent me a link to the Citizen Satellite Wave GPS Freedom watch. Yes, it looks cool, but …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/09/19/this-analog-watch-uses-satellites-to-automatically-set-the-time-in-over-40-time-zones/feed/ 0 Withings ScanWatch review – Smart and classy smartwatch without distractions https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/09/05/withings-scanwatch-review-smart-and-classy-smartwatch-without-distractions/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/09/05/withings-scanwatch-review-smart-and-classy-smartwatch-without-distractions/#comments Tue, 05 Sep 2023 13:00:20 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=403234 REVIEW – I’ve been rocking an Apple Watch for 3 years now and it was the watch that got me back to wearing watches again after years of having nothing strapped around my wrist. I love the display and functionality of the Apple Watch, but I don’t like that I have to charge it every …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/09/05/withings-scanwatch-review-smart-and-classy-smartwatch-without-distractions/feed/ 8 Withings Scanwatch notification display demo nonadult Pitaka Carbon Fiber Samsung Galaxy Smart Watch Band review – Be careful what you wish for https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/12/pitaka-carbon-fiber-samsung-galaxy-smart-watch-band-review-be-careful-what-you-wish-for/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/12/pitaka-carbon-fiber-samsung-galaxy-smart-watch-band-review-be-careful-what-you-wish-for/#comments Wed, 12 Jul 2023 19:09:33 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=396637 REVIEW – It seems that the smartwatch has become as much a fashion accessory as an intelligent wearable.  While Samsung lags behind that other Fruit-flavored brand when it comes to accessories, recently third-party manufacturers are stepping up and filling in the gaps.  Case in point: Pitaka, who entered the fray with a fashion-forward carbon fiber …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/12/pitaka-carbon-fiber-samsung-galaxy-smart-watch-band-review-be-careful-what-you-wish-for/feed/ 2 The Astronomy Gyroscope Watch Winder is functional AND mesmerizing https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/01/the-astronomy-gyroscope-watch-winder-is-functional-and-mesmerizing/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/01/the-astronomy-gyroscope-watch-winder-is-functional-and-mesmerizing/#respond Sat, 01 Jul 2023 14:00:51 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=397141 NEWS – Automatic watches or self-winding watches use your motion to wind the watch’s mainspring to keep it running. When you aren’t wearing it, you can use a watch winder to create motion to keep the watch running. The Astronomy Gyroscope Watch Winder from Mainspring London is not just a watch winder but a beautiful …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/01/the-astronomy-gyroscope-watch-winder-is-functional-and-mesmerizing/feed/ 0 ASTRONOMY GYROSCOPE WATCH WINDER | MAINSPRING.STORE nonadult Mozsly Watch Winder review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/27/mozsly-watch-winder-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/27/mozsly-watch-winder-review/#respond Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:15:26 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=395127 REVIEW – The Mozsly Watch Winder is for watch owners who have one or more self-wind watches but don’t wear them full time. When you put an auto-winding watch aside, they usually stop within a week or so. The Mozsly watch Winder keeps the watch mainspring ‘topped off’ so the watch is ready to use …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/27/mozsly-watch-winder-review/feed/ 0 MOZSLY Watch Winder 1 nonadult Didamoda Lankzet Watch review – the best of no worlds https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/03/22/didamoda-lankzet-watch-review-the-best-of-no-worlds/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/03/22/didamoda-lankzet-watch-review-the-best-of-no-worlds/#comments Wed, 22 Mar 2023 16:00:38 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=383867 REVIEW – To preface this review, I’ve never been a “watch guy”. The obsession with high-end watches by some people is as foreign to me in the same way I’m sure they’d view my obsession with gaming laptops or complex board games. I’ve been using smartwatches since the Pebble days (pour one out for one …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/03/22/didamoda-lankzet-watch-review-the-best-of-no-worlds/feed/ 1 Who wants a unique desk clock? I “wood”! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/19/who-wants-a-unique-desk-clock-i-wood/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/19/who-wants-a-unique-desk-clock-i-wood/#comments Sun, 19 Feb 2023 14:07:22 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=382337 NEWS – A few days ago, I wrote about a cool steampunk desktop clock from Rantoge. It must be clock season because this other cool clock showed up in my feed – a wooden clock from a company called Wood Trick.  Wood Trick makes 3D wooden puzzles in all kinds of cool designs.  Their new product …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/19/who-wants-a-unique-desk-clock-i-wood/feed/ 1 Rantoge – the ultimate DIY mechanical clock https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/14/rantoge-the-ultimate-diy-mechanical-clock/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/14/rantoge-the-ultimate-diy-mechanical-clock/#comments Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:57:38 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=381874 CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Are you a DIY kind of person?  Do you like geeky mechanical things?  Do timepieces fascinate you?  Well, duh – you read The Gadgeteer!  Of course!  I have a deal for you! Check out the new Kickstarter campaign from Rantoge for “An electromechanical cam clock with a very retro and modern design, …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/14/rantoge-the-ultimate-diy-mechanical-clock/feed/ 3 Didamoda Hnatuy Hero-X automatic skeleton watch review – see your time in action https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/23/didamoda-hnatuy-hero-x-automatic-skeleton-watch-review-see-your-time-in-action/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/23/didamoda-hnatuy-hero-x-automatic-skeleton-watch-review-see-your-time-in-action/#comments Mon, 23 Jan 2023 17:31:01 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=379499 REVIEW – I’m a watch guy.  I have a collection of wonderful (and expensive) watches.  There are times when you want to wear a great-looking watch but not an expensive one. Today’s review fits that bill – the Hnatuy Hero-X watch from Didamoda. I’ve reviewed several watches here at The Gadgeteer.  Of all those, this …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/23/didamoda-hnatuy-hero-x-automatic-skeleton-watch-review-see-your-time-in-action/feed/ 1 A cool clock and lamp all in one! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/04/a-cool-clock-and-lamp-all-in-one/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/04/a-cool-clock-and-lamp-all-in-one/#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2023 14:00:20 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=378077 NEWS – EP Design Lab has created a really cool-looking 12W Clock Lamp. I love how they used the curvature of the clock for the LED lighting. It measures 12.6″ L x 4.7″ W x 17″ H. This device (made of oak and metal) cleverly clears up space on your desk or nightstand while being …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/04/a-cool-clock-and-lamp-all-in-one/feed/ 4 Mobvoi TicWatch E3 smartwatch review – a great watch at a greater price! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/10/10/mobvoi-ticwatch-e3-smartwatch-review-a-great-watch-at-a-greater-price/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/10/10/mobvoi-ticwatch-e3-smartwatch-review-a-great-watch-at-a-greater-price/#respond Mon, 10 Oct 2022 14:00:46 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=369600 REVIEW – You know when a watch comes up for review and several Gadgeteers “reply all” with “That’s a really good watch” that you’re in for something neat if you get to review it.  Such was the case with the Mobvoi TicWatch E3 smartwatch, and I was lucky enough to get it and give it …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/10/10/mobvoi-ticwatch-e3-smartwatch-review-a-great-watch-at-a-greater-price/feed/ 0 Gunhild V1 M4 Black Limited Edition watch – The final production version https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/10/02/gunhild-v1-m4-black-limited-edition-watch-the-final-production-version/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/10/02/gunhild-v1-m4-black-limited-edition-watch-the-final-production-version/#respond Sun, 02 Oct 2022 12:53:54 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=367830 REVIEW – A look at the final version of the Gunhild V1.M4 Black Limited Edition watch with the Winter Camo bracelet. What is it? The Gunhild V1 M4 Black Limited Edition watch is a slightly trimmed down, more polished 45MM automatic watch. What’s in the box? Gunhild V1 M4 Black Limited Edition watch w/ White …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/10/02/gunhild-v1-m4-black-limited-edition-watch-the-final-production-version/feed/ 0 Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS smartwatch review – making your wrist the smartest part of your body https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/09/11/mobvoi-ticwatch-pro-3-ultra-gps-smartwatch-review-making-your-wrist-the-smartest-part-of-your-body/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/09/11/mobvoi-ticwatch-pro-3-ultra-gps-smartwatch-review-making-your-wrist-the-smartest-part-of-your-body/#respond Sun, 11 Sep 2022 14:10:16 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=365330 REVIEW – I’m a watch guy. I absolutely love watches.  I have a bunch of watches and favor quality Swiss timepieces.  Rolex, Zenith, Tissot, Tag Heuer, Ulysse Nardin, Frederique Constant, Ball, Bulgari, Rado, Movado – yup – got ’em plus more.  I’ve stayed away from smartwatches because of my affinity for high-quality mechanical watches.  I …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/09/11/mobvoi-ticwatch-pro-3-ultra-gps-smartwatch-review-making-your-wrist-the-smartest-part-of-your-body/feed/ 0 NOVE Atlantean dive watch review – How to look good at 1,000 feet down https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/07/06/nove-atlantean-dive-watch-review-how-to-look-good-at-1000-feet-down/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/07/06/nove-atlantean-dive-watch-review-how-to-look-good-at-1000-feet-down/#respond Wed, 06 Jul 2022 13:00:13 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=357793 REVIEW – You’re a scuba diver.  You’re also a fashionista.  How do you make both of those things work together, especially when it comes to your timekeeping tools on your deep dives?  Boutique Swiss watch manufacturer, Nove, has the answer with their new Atlantean dive watch. What is it? The NOVE Atlantean is a dive …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/07/06/nove-atlantean-dive-watch-review-how-to-look-good-at-1000-feet-down/feed/ 0 Withings Scanwatch Horizon hybrid smartwatch review – A beast of a beauty https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/07/04/withings-scanwatch-horizon-hybrid-smartwatch-review-a-beast-of-a-beauty/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/07/04/withings-scanwatch-horizon-hybrid-smartwatch-review-a-beast-of-a-beauty/#comments Mon, 04 Jul 2022 13:00:26 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=358576 REVIEW –  The Withings Scanwatch Horizon has impressive looks but does it have what it takes to compete in the smartwatch arena with the other big names?  As a spoiler, I’m not shelving mine after this review ends. It ticks (yes) a lot of the smartwatch requirement boxes for me and, did I mention how …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/07/04/withings-scanwatch-horizon-hybrid-smartwatch-review-a-beast-of-a-beauty/feed/ 1 Watches and Clocks - The Gadgeteer nonadult CIGA Design Mechanical Watch Series U Blue Planet review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/07/02/ciga-design-mechanical-watch-series-u-blue-planet-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/07/02/ciga-design-mechanical-watch-series-u-blue-planet-review/#comments Sat, 02 Jul 2022 14:30:34 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=358675 REVIEW – Over the past 3 years, I have reviewed a few watches from a company called CIGA Design. This company usually produces automatic mechanical watches that are unique in design and they have worked flawlessly for me since I received them. CIGA is back at it again and has sent me their stainless steel …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/07/02/ciga-design-mechanical-watch-series-u-blue-planet-review/feed/ 1 Gunhild V1 M4 Carbine Black Watch review – The first watch in Gunhild’s Range Day Collection inspired by the gear used by the US military and law enforcement https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/06/16/gunhild-v1-m4-carbine-black-watch-review-the-first-watch-in-gunhilds-range-day-collection-inspired-by-the-gear-used-by-the-us-military-and-law-enforcement/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/06/16/gunhild-v1-m4-carbine-black-watch-review-the-first-watch-in-gunhilds-range-day-collection-inspired-by-the-gear-used-by-the-us-military-and-law-enforcement/#comments Thu, 16 Jun 2022 12:50:59 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=357484 REVIEW – If your idea of a cool watch is a A “Luxury American Watch” with design inspiration from the M4 Carbine Assault Rifle using precision manufactured components from Switzerland, Japan, and American design, then the Gunhild V1 M4 Carbine Black Watch is one you should check out. What is it? The Gunhild V1 M4 …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/06/16/gunhild-v1-m4-carbine-black-watch-review-the-first-watch-in-gunhilds-range-day-collection-inspired-by-the-gear-used-by-the-us-military-and-law-enforcement/feed/ 4 ACHOICE smartwatch review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/06/02/achoice-smartwatch-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/06/02/achoice-smartwatch-review/#comments Thu, 02 Jun 2022 13:00:21 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=355661 REVIEW – If you have gone searching for a smartwatch lately, I couldn’t blame you for being overwhelmed.  Of course, there are the mainstream top-of-the-heap smartwatches with the Apple Watch, the Samsung Galaxy Watch, and the forthcoming Pixel Watch from Google, which is getting a considerable amount of buzz.  And although those watches come with …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/06/02/achoice-smartwatch-review/feed/ 1 Timex takes a trip to the Upside Down to celebrate the season 4 debut of ‘Stranger Things’ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/05/28/timex-takes-a-trip-to-the-upside-down-to-celebrate-the-season-4-debut-of-stranger-things/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/05/28/timex-takes-a-trip-to-the-upside-down-to-celebrate-the-season-4-debut-of-stranger-things/#respond Sat, 28 May 2022 14:00:13 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=356143 NEWS – On Friday, Timex introduced a new line of  Stranger Things inspired 80’s themed watches. The announcement coincides with the release of part 1 of season 4 of the popular Netflix series. There are a trio of different designs to choose from: the Camper, the Timex T80, and the Timex Atlantis. Each watch has …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/05/28/timex-takes-a-trip-to-the-upside-down-to-celebrate-the-season-4-debut-of-stranger-things/feed/ 0 Gunhild Vegvisir Adventure Dive Watch review – A magnificent timepiece built to withstand the modern Viking lifestyle https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/05/19/gunhild-vegvisir-adventure-dive-watch-review-a-magnificent-timepiece-built-to-withstand-the-modern-viking-lifestyle/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/05/19/gunhild-vegvisir-adventure-dive-watch-review-a-magnificent-timepiece-built-to-withstand-the-modern-viking-lifestyle/#comments Thu, 19 May 2022 15:00:13 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=355492 REVIEW – The Vegvisir Adventure is a luxury dive watch by Gunhild, built in Heimdall’s workshop, right here in the US. What is it? The Gunhild Vegvisir Adventure is a unique dive watch with an Icelandic Viking flare. What’s in the box? Gunhild Vegvisir Adventure dive watch Tool for adjusting and maintaining the watch (I …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/05/19/gunhild-vegvisir-adventure-dive-watch-review-a-magnificent-timepiece-built-to-withstand-the-modern-viking-lifestyle/feed/ 3 Sandman Doppler smart alarm clock review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/28/sandman-doppler-smart-alarm-clock-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/28/sandman-doppler-smart-alarm-clock-review/#comments Thu, 28 Apr 2022 14:00:27 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=351995   REVIEW – I’m going to be honest. I gave up using alarm clocks years ago in favor of my phone. However, I eventually grew to miss seeing the time in the middle of the night, so I requested a simple one for Christmas. Fast forward a few months and I now have the Sandman …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/28/sandman-doppler-smart-alarm-clock-review/feed/ 4 Nordgreen Pioneer chronograph watch review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/09/nordgreen-pioneer-chronograph-watch-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/09/nordgreen-pioneer-chronograph-watch-review/#comments Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:00:18 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=348772 REVIEW – Today, we’re taking a step back from all the fancy smartwatches and health trackers and focusing on a classic timepiece, the Pioneer Chronograph Mens Watch from Copenhagen-based Nordgreen. What is it? The Nordgreen Pioneer chronograph watch is a 42mm men’s chronograph wristwatch featuring a stopwatch with large second hand and minute sub-dial, a …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/01/27/amazfit-gts-3-smartwatch-review/feed/ 2 Watches and Clocks - The Gadgeteer nonadult The Gingko Octagon One Plus is the most unique alarm clock lamp I’ve seen this year https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/01/08/the-gingko-octagon-one-plus-is-the-most-unique-alarm-clock-lamp-ive-seen-this-year/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/01/08/the-gingko-octagon-one-plus-is-the-most-unique-alarm-clock-lamp-ive-seen-this-year/#respond Sat, 08 Jan 2022 13:03:05 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=344930 NEWS – Yeah, I know that the title verges on being clickbait but I’m not lying. The Gingko Octagon One Plus is the most interesting alarm clock light that I’ve seen this year. Granted the current year is only 7 days old and this is the first alarm clock light I’ve seen so far in …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/01/08/the-gingko-octagon-one-plus-is-the-most-unique-alarm-clock-lamp-ive-seen-this-year/feed/ 0 USCCE Digital Clock Radio review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2021/12/16/uscce-digital-clock-radio-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2021/12/16/uscce-digital-clock-radio-review/#comments Thu, 16 Dec 2021 14:00:53 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=342957 REVIEW – Do you use an alarm clock to wake up in the morning? I have been using my iPhone and an Amazon Echo Dot for several years now, but is an old school clock radio a better option? Let’s find out by taking a look at the USCCE Digital Clock Radio. What is it? …

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