Qualcomm and Fossil Say it's Time for Snapdragon Wear Smart Watches

Qualcomm Technologies and Fossil Group have announced that Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor is the power behind the high-fashion Fossil Q Marshal and Q Wander smart watches.

These watches are designed to deliver a unique experience for the customer, Fossil said, by taking advantage of the power of the Snapdragon Wear 2100. They incorporate an “always awake” touch screen, extended battery life, always-on sensing, and easy connectivity. And boy, are they pretty.

“We're investing in long-term wearables innovation due to increasing demand for smart watches that fuse the latest in technology and connectivity into an attractive, expertly-designed wristwatch. Today’s announcement is part of a broader plan to introduce more than 100 wearables this year,” said Greg McKelvey, Chief Strategy and Chief Digital Officer, Fossil Group. “We envision a day when every watch we make will have some type of connectivity in it. By combining Fossil Group's expertise in making beautiful, quality watches and Qualcomm Technologies' highly integrated Snapdragon Wear processors, we are bringing the best of fashion and technology to our customers.”

The Snapdragon Wear 2100 is Qualcomm Technologies' second generation processor for Android Wear smart watches. It is a full featured processor designed specifically for wearables running Android OS. Snapdragon Wear offers a range of connectivity options, low power GNSS and an ultra-low power sensor hub for a truly smart experience.

“We are pleased to be working with Fossil Group and its flagship Fossil brand to deliver exciting new smart watches and helping them win in today's dynamic wearables industry,” said Anthony Murray, SVP and GM, IoT, Qualcomm Technologies International. “Combining the industry-leading Snapdragon Wear 2100 with Fossil Group's design expertise will continue to fuel innovation, set a new bar in the wearables industry and bring the best of fashion and technology to consumers.”