Withings ScanWatch Nova is a fancy, luxurious hybrid smartwatch

France's Withings, which has released a number of hybrid smartwatches and other connected devices in the past, unveiled its latest innovation - ScanWatch Nova.

The new device blends health-tracking technologies with "exquisite diver-style aesthetics," making it the perfect companion for health-conscious individuals who appreciate luxury.

What can you do with Withings ScanWatch Nova?

ScanWatch Nova comes with a set of health-focused features, including:

• On-demand medical-grade ECG: Monitor your heart rhythm for potential anomalies like atrial fibrillation with a 30-second recording.
• 24/7 body temperature tracking: Gain insights into potential illnesses and optimize workout recovery through continuous temperature variation monitoring.
• Blood oxygen (SpO2) measurement: Assess your respiratory system's health and gain valuable data during workouts.
• In-depth sleep analysis: Track sleep phases, duration, interruptions, and receive personalized advice for improvement.
• Advanced activity tracking: Monitor steps, calories, elevation, routes, and automatically recognize over 40 activities.

The device pairs with the Withings app, offering personalized insights and recommendations and the ability to customize the watch display, set notifications, and track trends.

Why would you get Withings ScanWatch Nova?

Its main selling point is that it doesn't look like a tech gadget but a regular (and fancy) watch.

It features a ceramic and stainless-steel rotating bezel that is reportedly Inspired by classic diver watches, Luminova hands, a "refined sunray dial" and mirror-polished stainless-steel case, 10 ATM water resistance and sapphire glass, and a small OLED screen displaying vital health metrics and notifications.

So, if you're looking to run apps on your wrist, this isn't the watch for you. On the other hand, if you want a regular-looking watch with health tracking — and can afford it — you may want to check out the Withings ScanWatch Nova.

Availability and pricing

The ScanWatch Nova is now available for pre-order online at Withings.com for $599.95. It comes in blue, green, and black, with both oyster and FKM wristbands included.

Retail partners will begin carrying the watch in February 2024.