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Seiko shows the world's first electronic ink (e-ink) wristwatch dubbed Spectrum.The Seiko Spectrum (SVRD001) coolness is mostly coming from the bent shape of the display. A curved display like that cannot be done with a LCD display, only e-paper can provide this. The bracelet is made from stainless steal. The Seiko Spectrum SVRD001 uses technology from E-Ink corporation, the leaders in electronic ink technology.The price for the limited edition Seiko Spectrum (500 pieces) is about $2,180USD and is supposed to go on sale in January 2006.More details in this Seiko press-release (Japanese). Via Engadget.

Worldwide recognized for the Quartz revolution, Seiko hasn't stopped amazing the world of watch manufacturing by introducing watches of the most sophisticated designs and equipped with some of the most innovative technical complications. Ever since its foundation in 1881, the Japanese watch company of Seiko has been developing mechanisms and designs which would definitely remain as landmarks of the watch *** tradition. One example of such watches is the Seiko Premier Kinetic Chronograph Watch, a timepiece that due to its amazing functionality and beautiful design has been included in Seiko's Collection "Landmarks in Time". Seiko has also a reputation for being the official timer of many sport events, as the brand has taken the social responsibility of a global brand seriously. Amongst these sport competitions we can mention: the World Cup in Argentina (1978), the World Cup in Spain (1982) or the World Cup in Mexico (1986). Supporting competition and excellence, Seiko is definitely a brand worthy of out attention.The Seiko Premier Kinetic Chronograph Watch features a 42 mm in diameter case crafted from 18k rose gold, a PVD treated su***ce for the dial and a black leather strap, hinting to a ***, elegant design. This luxurious watch is remarkable because apart from its outstanding design, it features one of the most progressive technical movements, based on Kinetic technology which doesn't require any batteries. The dial uses as a theme color a combination between black and gold, being equipped with many functions that are displayed quite tidy, providing extreme legibility. The chronograph function offers the power of 45 minutes, the dial providing at the same time a date function located at 6 o'clock and the traditional functions of hour, minute and second. The hour markers are Roman numerals and the hands are made of rose gold to match the bezel.If we were to talk about the technical movements proposed over the years by Seiko, we would have to limit our vocabulary to innovation, excellence and progressive craftsmanship. The movement equipping this Seiko Premier Kinetic Chronograph Watch goes by the name of 7L22 Kinetic Chronograph calibre movement, which was exclusively designed and manufactured by Seiko. The advantage of this movement is that it doesn't require any batteries to function, due to the Kinetic power that it generates. Although a futuristic timepiece in terms of technical performance, the new Seiko Premier Kinetic Chronograph Watch maintains a classy, yet contemporary look, characterized by sophistication and refinement. The Seiko Premier Kinetic Chronograph Watch is yet another brilliant timepiece on its way of writing history in watch manufacturing. Seiko Premier Kinetic Chronograph Pictures Gallery