Video: How to Turn Your Regular Watch Into a Smartwatch
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The Samsung Gear 2 smartwatch is displayed at the Mobile World Congress in Spain. Manu Fernandez/AP File Photo
Now, even analog watches can become a part of the Internet of Things.
Want to try on a high-tech smartwatch but not ready to give up your favorite Swatch or Timex? The Hot Band is here.
This small company (funded through Kickstarter) has created a small strap that attaches to your watch's band and holds smart fobs that can turn any timepiece into wearable technology. One fob displays notifications while another audio fob contains a Bluetooth speaker to make phone calls.
See how the device works in the video below from CNET: