Watches

Swiss watchmaker Amida has released the Digitrend NASA Edition, a limited-run timepiece inspired by the Space Shuttle Enterprise. The watch features a black-and-white aerodynamic case and NASA-themed details. Only 100 pieces are available exclusively through the brand's website for CHF 3,400 excluding taxes.

March 29, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Porsche Design has inaugurated its new Timepieces Manufaktur in Grenchen, Switzerland, relocating from a smaller workshop in Solothurn. The facility occupies a renovated 3,600-square-meter former Eterna factory dating back to 1955. It emphasizes assembly of custom watches tailored to match Porsche vehicles using lean production methods borrowed from car manufacturing.

Watch enthusiasts often confuse the terms openworked and skeletonized when describing movements that reveal a watch's inner workings. According to the Fondation Haute Horlogerie, skeletonized movements involve cutting away plates and bridges to expose wheels, while openworked can refer to dials that partially or fully reveal the mechanism. Brands like Audemars Piguet use openworked for their skeletonized creations, adding to the terminology mix-up.

March 13, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Watch enthusiasts seeking dive watches beyond the iconic Rolex Submariner have several compelling options, according to a recent Fratello Watches article. The publication highlights alternatives from brands like Omega, Tudor, and Seiko, emphasizing affordability, design, and specifications. These picks cater to various preferences, from luxury to budget-friendly models.