Sony Xperia Z1 officially launched in Dubai for Middle East region.

Sony Xperia Z1 officially launched in Dubai for Middle East region.

“Sony is the proud leader in the smartwatch market* since introducing our first Bluetooth watch in 2007,” says Izzat Kittaneh, Business Director, Sony Mobile Communications Middle East and Africa.

“Competitors are only now launching first-generation devices, while we are already launching a 3rd generation device with all the insight gained from over half a million customers combined with Sony’s wealth of technology expertise to create the best ever smartwatch experience.

“The future of wearable devices is incredibly bright with analyst research predicting 41 million ‘smart’ watches will be sold by 2016,” continues Kittaneh. “We have over 200 unique apps dedicated for Sony SmartWatch with over one million downloads to date and we are continuing to work with our strong developer network to deliver ever more compelling smartwatch experiences.”

SmartWatch 2 introduces new features as a natural successor to the current Sony SmartWatch such as NFC connectivity for one-touch pairing, stunning premium design and a range of technologies including higher resolution for sharper viewing, better visibility even in sunlight, longer battery stamina, more intuitive interface, standalone watch functionality and a wide range of pre-installed and recommended apps. It is available with leading regional retailers and is priced at AED 799.