Citizen Eco Drive Satellite Wave + Appleseed

Start saving now for Citizen's Eco-Drive SATELLITE WAVE:

Debuting in Autumn 2011

Time from Outer Space
For 2011, CITIZEN introduces “Eco-Drive SATELLITE WAVE,” a limited edition watch with a totally new timekeeping system. This next-generation timepiece searches for the closest of the 24 navigation satellites that orbit the earth. It captures the day, date and time signals the satellite emits from space, 20,000 kilometers above the earth. Since the satellite signals are controlled by atomic clocks, this watch’s timekeeping is ultra precise. Each of the 24 navigation satellites orbits the earth once every twelve hours, so that this watch receives the signals from any open space, even in the boundless Western Pacific or atop the world’s highest peak.

The metal ring embedded in the glass bezel seems to float in outer space, like a satellite in planetary orbit. The round case, which appears to be independent of the lugs, suggests the image of the earth. These design elements resonate with the technological combination of light power and time/calendar data received from outer space to keep this watch on time, always. The spiral parts visible from the sides of the glass bezel are both a design motif, suggesting the radio waves that link this watch with outer space, and visible symbols of the light waves that provide Eco-Drive an inexhaustible source of energy. The three-dimensional forms on the watch face evoke the futuristic image of spaceship engines.

2011 will, thus, be the year in which time signals link wrist and outer space in an unprecedented experience. Eco-Drive SATELLITE WAVE will bring ultra-precise timekeeping to whatever human beings do, wherever they are on the face of the earth. It is purely powered by light.
Specifications
-Calibre H990
-Satellite Timekeeping System (Reception Area: Worldwide)
-Perpetual Calendar
-World Time in 26 Cities
-Ceramic + Stainless Steel Case
* The final design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
* Pricing and production volumes to be determined.

And check out the promotional video:

CITIZEN X APPLESEED XIII

This film is the result of collaboration between CITIZEN and the animated series APPLESEED XIII. Eco-Drive SATELLITE WAVE draws its energy from light and receives signals from navigation satellites to display accurate time. Through the medium of animation, one of Japan’s leading cultural exports, the film encapsulates the world view that inspired this watch.
Dawn breaks over Olympus, a solar-powered city of the future.
Time signals stream down from space.
The leading characters of APPLESEED XIII, Deunan and Briareos, sprint through the city. The hands of Eco-Drive SATELLITE WAVE on their arms move in unison as they receive accurate time signals from navigation satellites. Time signals stream down from space to every corner of the earth.

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Nooka Adventure Time watch

Nooka Adventure Time watch:

Nooka has partnered with Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) to create a limited-edition timepiece based on Adventure Time, the fun, irreverent new series from creator Pendleton Ward that has people everywhere saying things like “algebraic,” “mathemagical” and “rhombus!”. The Adventure Time with Jake watch from Nooka features graphics and colors inspired by Jake, human Finn’s loveable canine companion and best friend.

Available for pre-order only. Will ship out April 23rd.

$120 at the link.

The Boyfriend Watches by Va Bene

Hallelujah, finally a trend comes to Manila before it is all over and while it is just about to get hot! I am talking about boyfriend watches - huge, injected with androgyny, but with the right flirty undertones. Va Bene is now in Manila through AUM Jewels by Paul Syjuco.



Spotted in Oprah Magazine and on celebrities' glamorous wrists like Vivica Fox, Vanessa Trump, Vanessa Schumacher, and Madonna, Va Bene is set to become a real timeless piece of useful accessory.


Soon to come (hopefully, just in time!) is the Hello Kitty Va Bene watch which is a limited edition that is suppose to be available only in Japan.

AUM Jewels is located at the lobby level of Trinoma Mall. Go - now!

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