One of the most ubiquitous technological innovations of the time was the pocket watch. When they were first introduced in the early sixteenth century, watches were considered a status symbol for wealthy men. People who had theirs stolen or misplaced would put up reward ads in the paper. Professional watchmakers spent the vast majority of their waking hours crafting these timepieces. Several European cities owe much of their development to the watch and clock industries.

Since the mid-sixteenth century, Switzerland has been home to the world's most skilled watchmakers. After the first watchmaker's guild was founded in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1601, the city attracted horologists from all over the world. Subsequently, the expanding settlement became known as "a metropolis of watchmakers." During its heyday, the Swiss city of Geneva was responsible for the export of more than 60,000 clocks annually. Of course, that was far before the advent of industrialization.

Over three centuries, the watch box industry around the globe barely changed. Yes, some of the labor was performed by mechanical means. However, until the early 1970s, horologists were still the go-to guys for servicing mechanical timepieces. Gears, cogs, and springs all need to be adjusted for accuracy in these watches. Then came the Quartz Revolution, which ushered in a new era.

Since these electronic timepieces were now being mass-produced by machines rather than humans, their prices plummeted. Within a short period, the majority of the world's best mechanical watchmakers abandoned their craft. Since then, the watch business has been remarkably steady. The developed market often reports steady growth that fails to impress. The fact that many of the industry's leading manufacturers have been in business for decades further contributes to the situation. As a result, the business sector is in dire need of fresh faces. The industry needs to drive young watchmakers who aren't content with the present quo. And now, there's Android Wear.

All startups place a premium on future expansion opportunities. That's why entrepreneurs prefer new markets over more established ones. Since there are often only a handful of significant players in a mature market, and they are all well-entrenched, the market is not only considerably more difficult to penetrate, but it also provides less space for expansion. Which begs the question: why would anyone want to enter the watchmaking industry in the first place?

An innovative watch designer named Wing Liang established Android Watches in 1991. Even if twenty years seems like a long time, in the watch business, that's just a blink of an eye, and Android is still the up-and-comer. However, they've made a name for themselves by producing high-quality clocks with unconventional designs. There is nothing familiar about their electronic and mechanical watches from the future.

Several factors have contributed to Android's great reputation. One reason is that their watches are top-notch in construction. Each one is unique because it is built from scratch by skilled craftspeople. Whoever creates these, looks nothing like regular timepieces. We'll take a look at two of their best-selling products right now.

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Since its debut, Android's Alien has been one of the company's most popular products. The Alien's polished silver case and two watch dials that mimic eyeballs give it a distinctly alien appearance. One of the most sturdy and dependable timepieces available, it is powered by a Japanese quartz movement. The watch case and strap are stainless steel, and the mineral crystal dial windows prevent scratches. We've never seen a more eye-catching watch than the Android Alien, and it certainly makes for interesting small talk. It can withstand depths of up to 100 meters (330 feet) of water.

An Android Take on the Mystic Art of the Skeleton

Since automatic watches have moving elements, the skeleton dial style is particularly well suited to these timepieces. The dial is cut away in this area, revealing the inner workings of the mechanism that keeps the time. Since automatic models are more expensive to produce than electronic ones, very few new watchmakers offer them. However, mechanical watches are more long-lasting and simple to repair than their digital counterparts. Because of this, they tend to be handed down from generation to generation. A high-quality automatic watch, if well-maintained, can last for generations.

The Android Mystique is often presented as a high-end option due to its gold-tone internal mechanisms and genuine alligator skin watchband. Though it is a clock, the watch is also more sturdy than the average luxury wristwatch. This watch can withstand depths of up to 100 meters (330 feet) and features white, luminous hands for use in low-light environments.

Android Wear watches can be purchased from various retail outlets and online. Check out their inventory right now to locate your preferred models.