The all new Epson GPS running monitor has been unveiled for sports enthusiasts to keep track of their performances. Claiming to be the world’s lightest GPS running monitor, the device allows users to port it around on their wrists like a watch.
Basically, athletes or marathon runners can wear this peripheral and keep tabs on vital parameters like time, distance, and speed. Moreover, the gadget supports a long battery life of almost 12 hours, which may be sufficient for long marathons or other running competitions. Notably, runners need not recharge their GPS devices on a frequent basis.
This offering also touts to be water-resistant and can be used by casual joggers, too. It allows for complete immersion into water up to 5 bars that approximates to 50 meters of water. This attribute of the GPS watch permits wearers to take advantage of its capabilities especially during activities like swimming or showering.
Apparently compact with a profile measuring just 13mm thick, the accessory also has a flexible strap that is comfortable to wear. Though the new entrant is small in size and weighs not more than 50 grams, it incorporates a precise built-in GPS module. The latter has been designed by exploiting the semiconductor and quartz sensing technology of the company. Furthermore, the information provided by the GPS device could be considered quite accurate, owing to the advanced technologies used in the making.
The Epson GPS running monitor will be released in Japan this year as a commercial version. Its price and availability details have not been mentioned by the company.
