IBM WatchPad
| Industry | Technology |
|---|---|
| Founded | June 16, 1911 |
| Products | WatchPad wristwatch |
Overview
In June 2000, IBM unveiled a Linux-based wristwatch prototype, initially providing a battery duration of 6 hours, which was later enhanced to last up to 12 hours. The device was equipped with 8 MB of RAM and operated on Linux version 2.2. Later iterations incorporated additional features such as an accelerometer, a vibration alert system, and a fingerprint scanner. IBM collaborated with Citizen Watch Co. to create the "WatchPad." The WatchPad 1.5 model offered a 320×240 QVGA monochrome touchscreen, ran Linux 2.4, included calendar functionality, Bluetooth support, 8 MB of RAM, and 16 MB of flash storage. Citizen aimed this product at students and business users, pricing it at approximately $399.
Models
- IBM WatchPad (2000)
- IBM WatchPad 1.5 (2001)