Wove Band By Polyera: Meet The New Flexible Smartwatch-like Wearable Users Can Wrap Around Their Wrist

The latest smartwatch to join the market is The Wove Band, designed by Chicago-based company Polyera. Tech Crunch has noted that the company was co-founded by Phil Inagaki in 2005, but the wove came to him only two and a half years ago. The Wove Band attempts to solve the problems with wearables like Apple Watch and Samsung Gear. While both companies have strong smartwatches on their roster, Inquisitr noted that they have limited battery life if used heavily and with a relatively small screen space. This is a potentially big problem as users have complained that with their limited battery life and minimal screen, wearables still cannot replace a regular old watch to get them through day-to-day activities.

Website Geek also mentioned that with the Wove Band's always-on screen allows the gadget to double as a smartwatch and a fashion accessory, which is how the company wants to attract designers.

The new Wove Band, on the other hand, tries to solve the said problems with the use of e-ink technology, which allows the Wove Band to "remain on for long periods of time without draining the battery".

However, the most impressive feature of the Wove Band is its screen's ability to bend effortlessly around the wrist without damaging the product, allowing a large amount of information through the piece. It is confirmed to be able to run maps, navigation apps, recipe apps and even media playback.

It also has a fully flexible screen which means that it can be laid out and used as a flat device. However, it is less clear how that may be more advantageous compared to smartphones. On the other hand, Wove's screen may allow users to make use of the calendar reminder and weather reports.

The Wove Band is still currently in its early stages of testing, however, and is not expected to be released for developers until December at the earliest. However, its OS is noted to be a derivative of the Android, which means that hopefully, a number of Android apps can be used for the Wove band.

As for the price, Polyera said that it is yet to be finalized, however it is estimated to be just under the cheapest Apple Watch version to ensure it can maximize the impact it can have on the market as a compelling alternative to the pricier smartwatch models.

Do you think you will be interested in the Polyera smartwatch, or are you sticking with Apple's and Samsung's tech?