Sony SmartWatch launches; delivers 'Android power' to wrist

Have you ever wanted to have a watch that can communicate with your Android phone? Sony hopes so.

Sony today launched its SmartWatch, a timepiece for the wrist that allows users to read text messages, social updates and e-mail, manage calls, and control music. In order for the SmartWatch to deliver its functionality, the device connects to an Android-based handset via Bluetooth.

The SmartWatch might be useful for those who don't want to continuously pull their smartphone out of their pocket, but it certainly won't win a fashion contest. The device's strap is rubber and comes in the user's choice of several colors, including black, white, and blue. However, the black strap comes standard, while the additional colors must be purchased separately. Sitting atop the strap is the watch's touchscreen OLED display measuring 1.3-inches. To alert users to an event or an incoming call, the timepiece vibrates.