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March 19, 2019
Customize Vertically and Horizontally. This is Japan's Next-Generation Smartwatch! | CITIZEN
CITIZEN | Citizen
Compatible with the loT Platform "Riiiver"
New Smartwatch "Eco-Drive Riiiver"
Citizen unveiled the new "Eco-Drive Riiiver" smartwatch at SXSW 2019 in Austin, Texas, on March 10. It will be released in Japan in the fall of 2019.
Text by YANAKA Tomomi
Features Eco-Drive Light-Powered Movement, Eliminating the Need for Cable Charging
The "Eco-Drive Riiiver" is a watch that connects to various devices and services tailored to your lifestyle and preferences through the loT platform "Riiiver."
"Riiiver" is an open loT platform designed to offer new lifestyle experiences by organically connecting people, objects, and events. Users can combine various elements, called "pieces," through apps downloaded onto their tablets or smartphones using a simple three-step process. These are then linked to the watch via Bluetooth®. This enables functions such as "requesting a ride service at your current location" or "automatically shuffling your current playlist after burning 200kcal."
The design balances smartwatch functionality with the aesthetic of a traditional timepiece, incorporating Citizen's signature Eco-Drive light-powered movement that charges simply by exposing the watch face to light, eliminating the need for regular battery replacements.
Beyond just telling time, the watch prioritizes readability of various data, featuring a wide dial with highly visible colored hands and distinct shapes. The bracelet is a delicate mesh band, contributing to the minimalist design.
Eco-Drive Riiiver
Ref. | From left: BZ7005-74E, BZ7007-61E, BZ7000-60L, BZ7005-74X
Movement | Eco-Drive Cal. W510
Functions | Approx. 7 months power reserve on full charge, Bluetooth® smartphone connectivity (automatic time reception, Riiiver integration)
Case and Bracelet Material | SS
Case Diameter | 43.2mm
Water Resistance | 10 bar
Price | ¥45,000 (excluding tax)
Contact
Citizen Customer Watch Consultation Service
0120-78-4807 (Mon-Fri 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM, excluding public holidays)
http://citizen.jp/riiiver/index.html






