HP teams up with designer Michael Bastian and Gilt for its luxury smartwatch

HP has released first images of its upcoming luxury smartwatch thereby announcing its foray into the competitive smartwatch market. The company has partnered with retailer Gilt and US designer Michael Bastian for its premium smartwatch that will be compatible with iOS and Android devices via an app. According to the image, the HP luxury smartwatch sports a round dial similar to the elegant looking Motorola'a Moto 360. It will sport a 44mm stainless steel casing and three hardware button controls. The design is said to draw inspiration from the luxurious interiors found in high-end automobiles. Designed by popular US based designer Michael Bastian, the smartwatch will be sold through online retailer Gilt this year. The HP smartwatch will include notifications for email, text and calls.  Moreover, the app will offer music controls and display weather forecasts. It will be "water resistant" and have a battery life of up to seven days. The smartwatch will also get support for interchangeable straps in nylon olive green, brown leather, black rubber, and a limited edition black strap. HP will design the software for the watch which means it will not run on Google's Android Wear OS. There is no word on the pricing of the HP smartwatch but is clearly targeted towards luxury market. via:Slashgear