"Designer: Ollee Watch The upgrade process centers around replacing the F-91W's original circuit board with a custom-designed PCB packed with modern sensors and Bluetooth connectivity. You keep the lightweight resin case, the classic LCD display, and even the water resistance, but gain step tracking, smartphone notifications, and customizable features. The installation requires basic disassembly skills, making it accessible to most DIY enthusiasts."
"Of course, the real appeal lies in what the new mainboard enables. The Ollee Watch adds a step counter with daily goals and vibration alerts, Bluetooth syncing for automatic time updates, and customizable alarms that go far beyond the original's basic functionality. World time zones become easily accessible, and the companion app lets you configure everything from your smartphone. The open-source firmware opens up even more possibilities."
"The open-source firmware opens up even more possibilities. Community developers have already created mini-games like Blackjack, custom watch faces, and additional features that expand the watch's capabilities over time. You get a device that can evolve and improve through community contributions, something traditional smartwatches rarely offer. That said, the user experience remains refreshingly familiar. The Ollee Watch looks and feels exactly like a classic F-91W, maintaining th"
The Ollee Watch replaces the Casio F-91W mainboard with a custom PCB that adds modern sensors and Bluetooth while preserving the resin case, LCD, and water resistance. The upgrade delivers step tracking with daily goals and vibration alerts, Bluetooth time syncing, smartphone notifications, customizable alarms, and easy access to world time zones through a companion app. The installation requires only basic disassembly skills, making it accessible to DIY enthusiasts. Open-source firmware enables community-created mini-games, custom watch faces, and ongoing feature expansion, while retaining the classic F-91W appearance and familiar user experience.
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