At Computex in Taipei today, Asus unveiled the successor to the ZenWatch — the ZenWatch 2. The company’s second Android Wear Smartwatch comes less than 10 months after its predecessor was unveiled, with key usability improvements.
Asus will be offering the ZenWatch 2 in two different sizes: 37mm and 41mm. The display glass on the smartwatch has a 2.5D curvature, and it features a better (IP67 vs. IP55) rating.
Asus has also improved the design of the smartwatch, but the ample bezel space surrounding the display means the ZenWatch 2 does not look as good as the Moto 360 or the LG Urbane Watch.
The Taiwanse OEM will be offering the smartwatch in three different steel finishes: Silver, Gunmetal and Rose Gold, with different types of bands, including those made of plastic and leather. The bands will be available in either 18 or 22mm strap sizes.
Asus has copied the digital crown of the Apple Watch on the ZenWatch 2, but it is unclear what the crown does. The smartwatch now also features wireless magnetic charging with reduced charging times.
Details about the availability and price of the ZenWatch 2 remain unknown.
