Una Watch: Repair Your Smartwatch for Years

The Una Watch aims to combat the significant e-waste generated by typical smartwatches, offering a device designed for longevity through user repair and upgrades. Its modular design allows owners to easily replace components such as the battery for $40 and the MIP display for $50, using basic tools. This approach extends the product's life beyond the usual three to five years.

While currently offering accurate basic fitness tracking for activities like running and hiking, with GPS and heart rate monitoring performing well, the Una Watch's future potential lies in its upgradeable modules. Una has showcased future components like navigation receivers, Bluetooth radios, and advanced sensor modules, suggesting possibilities for enhanced health tracking features.

The user interface is navigable via four hardware buttons, and the MIP display is clear in well-lit conditions, though less vibrant than AMOLED screens. The companion app supports data syncing with Strava and offers a selection of watch faces and apps, including useful glances like weather. Currently, sleep tracking and advanced health metrics are not supported, positioning it as a solid choice for core fitness needs with room for future development.