16th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG). See the winning watches

The “Aiguiile d’Or” Grand Prix to Ferdinand Berthoud for the Chronomètre Ferdinand Berthoud FB 1 model. The watchmaking art was in the spotlight this Thursday November 10th at the Théâtre du Léman, on the occasion of the prize-giving ceremony for the 16th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG). The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève annually … Read more

Haute Joaillerie: Fendi Policromia, Delfina Delettrez Fendi timepieces with 3D effects

Fendi Timepieces’ Policromia, the exclusive watch designed in partnership with the well-known jewelry designer Delfina Delettrez Fendi, features twenty models of high-end watches, each showcasing different precious elements of haute joaillerie. To underlay the importance of time, innovation and evolution of the watch’s design, Fendi Timepieces’ Master Horologer created a daring silhouette with a unique … Read more

Dedicated to world travellers: The new Vacheron Constantin Overseas

Overseas timepiece, Vacheron Constantin’s emblematic watch dedicated to world travellers, ensure optimal comfort, versatility and user friendliness around the globe with new interchangeable straps and bracelets. For 2017, Vacheron Constantin’s Overseas is adopting an exceptionally versatile attitude thanks to interchangeable straps and bracelet. Delivered with a leather and rubber strap as well as a metal … Read more

Three Areas in Which Luxury Has Made the Transition from Analog to Digital

There was a time when luxury was unapologetically analog. And while that time has not completely passed, it is in the process of making way for a brighter, more digital future. Hand made is no longer the bellwether of quality and craftsmanship it once was. A hand-sewn garment is no longer the pinnacle of fashion. … Read more

Michael Kors Access and Android Wear move the wearables category forward

Michael Kors Access: innovative technology with exceptional style.
With the right accessory, you really can #AccessItAll.

michael-kors-access-and-android-wear-move-the-wearables-category-forward-style-thats-connected-2016

Michael Kors says it is Time for Fashion to Meet the Future. The fashion house is embarking on the trend to unite social connectivity and health and fitness tracking in a great-looking accessory.

This September, the top-end lifestyle brand introduced the Michael Kors Access display smartwatch, part of its new wearable technology accessories line. The line is geared towards the fashion-focused consumer. Designed to show that technology and social connectivity should be seamless, the Michael Kors Access line, which also includes activity trackers, proves that access can be both glamorous and effortless.

The advanced technology at the heart of the Michael Kors Access smartwatch, which is compatible with both iPhone and Android phones, is made possible through a partnership with Google, using their Android Wear smartwatch platform.

michael-kors-campaign-2016-2017 michael-kors-access-smartwatches-innovative-technology-with-exceptional-style
“Our customers love fashion and they’re plugged in 24/7,” explained Michael Kors.

“We’re excited to offer our customers smart, great-looking watches that will help them to stay on top of their daily lives while uniquely expressing their personal style,” said John Idol, Chairman and CEO of Michael Kors.

Michael Kors Access smartwatches offer exclusive display watch faces which change with a swipe — “whether it’s a digital chronograph design for the gym or glittering, animated pavé for night.” The touchscreen display smartwatch powered by Android Wear provides social media updates, text and email alerts, App notifications, smart help from Google, and built-in fitness tracking. The Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 is a system-on-a-chip (SoC) designed to ensure a highly interactive touch screen experience.

“From Google Search to smartwatches, Google strives to give you the information you need to stay connected to what matters most,” says David Singleton, VP of Engineering for Android Wear. “Michael Kors Access and Android Wear move the wearables category forward with smart, beautiful watches that help you stay on top of your daily life while expressing your personal style.”

michael-kors-access-and-android-wear-move-the-wearables-category-forward michael-kors-access-and-android-wear-move-the-wearables-category-forward michael-kors-access-track-your-steps-and-goals

michael-kors-access-smartwatches-innovative-technology-with-exceptional-style

TimeHunter X-Ray in the subversive Urwerk tradition

“If it’s not properly adjusted, even the most expensive movement remains a useless mechanism.” This is the premise on which the URWERK team got to work on the EMC TimeHunter. This watch mechanism by Urwerk is equipped with an electric monitor that tells the owner how his watch is performing. With this information, he can … Read more