Hybrid smartwatches are a great option if you want a balanced mix of technology and traditional design: a watch with an analog look but also smart functions such as activity and health/fitness trackers. Simply put, a hybrid smartwatch has combined features of a traditional analog watch and a smartwatch. This is the perfect type of … Read more
There probably isn’t a more misunderstood marketing term than “water-resistant”. Almost every wristwatch is said to be water-resistant up to some depth (in feet or meters), which certainly sounds great. Some even claim to be waterproof. But, what does either one of those terms really mean? Regardless of whether a watch claims to be water-resistant … Read more
A paramedic’s or EMT’s job is extremely demanding and hectic. It’s a highly-skilled job that requires some essential pieces of equipment. While a stethoscope, penlight, or trauma shears are obvious pieces of gear for an EMT, a good watch is often overlooked. A good watch can also be a key tool for first responders when … Read more
I love movies. Whether a crowd-pleasing blockbuster, a dark comedy, a stirring drama, or an experimental arthouse film, for a couple of hours, I get lost in the experience. The larger-than-life world of cinema has been a favorite escape for me since I was a child. Watching a movie on a big screen, in particular, … Read more
When you shop for watches, you’ll frequently see cases and bands made out of stainless steel. Of course, many watch straps are leather, cloth, or any number of other materials, but for the case, stainless steel is usually your best bet. This is because stainless steel doesn’t rust and is remarkably strong, especially for the … Read more
The summer breeze blowing your hair; the heat of the sun kissing your skin, giving you the perfect tan; the calming and leisureful bodies of water to splash into; the sand between your toes; and all those beaches you can explore and revel in the beauty of—the summertime can be a very relaxing, fun, and … Read more
There are few activities more rewarding and rejuvenating than a hike. Getting far away from busy cities and crowded neighborhoods for a little peace within nature is one of my favorite escapes. It’s even better when I can get somewhere that phone signals don’t reach and I can leave almost all my technology behind, everything … Read more
We’re living in fraught times. Whatever your political persuasion, whatever your personal apocalyptic vision, you can’t deny that a lot of people are on edge. No wonder one of the most popular TV shows is The Walking Dead and the biggest movie event in recent memory involved the literal deaths of half of all life … Read more
Citizen is the core company of a Japanese conglomerate, Citizen Watch Co. Ltd., that is currently based in Tokyo, Japan. It is generally popular for its Eco-Drive watches that are powered primarily by light. With the slogan, Better Starts Now, the company has been driven to always produce something better. As a result, more functions … Read more
Photography is my favorite hobby. There is something almost zen-like about taking your camera out and capturing images, whether it’s scenic nature shots, personal portraits, or moody black-and-white stills. More than almost any other hobby or profession, photography inspires great passion in its adherents and can often become an entire lifestyle. Whether you’re a paid … Read more