After what seemed like confusion over the actual Moto 360/Moto X/Moto G launch date – yesterday’s event was private, while today’s marked the public unveiling – the Moto 360 is now available for purchase on the same day it was made official to the general public.
Buyers can head to their nearest Motorola store, or to select Best Buy locations and the retailer’s website, to purchase the Moto 360 with leather band. Just as leaked by several sources, including Best Buy, the leather version will cost $249, while the stainless steel edition, which is due for release later on this year, will set you back by $299. Buyers can also purchase leather bands a la carte for $20, while stainless steel bands cost $79 each if purchased separate from the watch. Motorola has yet to announce a specific release date for the stainless steel Moto 360.
Regardless whether you prefer leather or stainless steel, the Moto 360 comes with a 1.56-inch, 320 x 290 round-faced display, and the Android Wear UX out of the box. The watch is powered by a Texas Instruments OMAP processor mated to 512 MB RAM, and also includes 4 GB Internal memory and 320 mAh battery. In all, those are the basic specs, but specs aside, what makes the Moto 360 special?
Starting from the most basic features, the Moto 360 stands out for its IP 67 water resistance and Gorilla Glass 3 reinforcement for the display. The iconic “OK Google” command can be used for voice-activated controls, such as sending text messages or marking dates on a calendar. It’s also possible to automatically control brightness or illuminate the watch face, while the Motorola Connect app, which can be downloaded for free, can help you keep track of health and fitness stats. The device also comes with a voice-controlled heart rate monitor on the back of it.