Una Watch brings modular repairs to a $199 GPS sports smartwatch
The watch pairs dual-frequency GPS and heart-rate tracking with open-source hardware, though Una’s repairability and battery-life claims have not been independently verified.
Una Watch is selling its GPS sports smartwatch for $199, down from a $350 Kickstarter offer, according to The Verge. The company presents the device as a modular alternative built around repairable components and open-source hardware and software.
Una says the watch’s SDK, housing and circuit boards are open source, and that each component can be accessed with standard tools for repair or upgrades. Owners can also build apps and design accessories or modifications, including a conversion into a cycling computer.
The watch includes dual-frequency GPS, 24/7 heart-rate tracking, a barometric altimeter, motion sensors and a replaceable 280mAh battery with USB-C charging. Una claims up to 10 days of battery life. The Verge compares its open-source approach with Pebble and its fitness features with Garmin.
The device has a 1.2-inch MIP LCD display, but its IPX5 rating means it is splash- and showerproof rather than fully waterproof. The supplied report does not independently verify Una’s claims about repairability, open-source scope or battery life.
