Don’t throw away your old smart watch so quickly! Here are five creative ways to reuse them, giving them a new chance to be useful even after you get a newer device.
These main uses are:
Home fitness tracker: Dedicate the old watch only to your workouts, especially those that might put your new watch at risk. This way, you keep your new watch in perfect condition.
Private alarm clock and “stop watch”: Use it as a silent alarm clock that shakes your wrist to wake you up without disturbing anyone else. You can also use it for time management techniques such as “Pomodoro” during work or study to avoid phone distractions.
Sleep monitor: If your new watch isn’t comfortable enough to wear while sleeping, use your old watch to track your sleep quality. Most smartwatches offer detailed analyzes of sleep cycles and heart rate during the night.
Smart device control: Set it up as a dedicated “remote control” for your smart home devices like lighting or music. This allows you to control your surroundings without having to search for your phone.
GIFT OR EDUCATIONAL TOOL FOR KIDS: A vintage smart watch is a great way to teach kids the importance of time or to track their daily physical activity. You won’t have to worry about damaging an expensive device. It can also be linked to a basic phone to introduce them to technology in a responsible way.
