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crunchgear.com - 11/17/2008

Japanese watch lets you transmit messages in Morse code

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Osaka-based Eikowatch [JP] is selling a watch with a small built-in flashlight enabling users to transmit messages in Morse code. The “Sector Compass Torch” quartz watch is unfortunately Japan-only and has an MSRP of $620. The flashlight is attached to the lower right of the ...

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gizmodo.com - 11/18/2008

Sector Compass Torch Watch For Transmitting Messages in Morse Code [Watches]

— gizmodo.com — With all of the communication technology we have at our disposal today, good old fashioned morse code... is all but forgotten. However, I can see it making a comeback in a big way if these "Sector Compass Torch" watches take off. A small flashlight is ... (more) Sector Compass Torch Watch For Transmitting Messages in ...

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Sector Compass Torch Watch For Transmitting Messages in Morse Code [Watches]
Gizmodo — ... Compass Torch" watches take off. A small flashlight is embedded into the side of the watch and can be used to deliver messages along with the complete chart of international Morse code that is printed on the face. Unfortunately, the watch is a Japan-only release (and it is expensive at $620 to boot) so I'm afraid we will have to continue to transmit our •—•• — — — •—••'s via text messages for now. [Eikowatch via Crunchgear] ...

Easily Relay Morse Code With This Japanese Watch
GadgetReview — ...   So next time you’re in a jam, and the radio and cell phones are dead you sure will be glad to have this Japanese watch, the Eikowatch.  Aside from performing the normal watch duties it also features a built-in flash light specifically designed for relaying Morse code.  And in case you’re military days were numbered, or you’re suffering from shell shock, they’ve included the international Morse code on its face. [Crunchgear] ...

Eikowatch remet le morse au gout du jour
w3sh magazine — ... les plus extrêmes. Cette montre possède un look très masculin et aventurier et scientifique (Indiana?), et on remarquera le texte qui qui se trouve sous les multiples cadrans. C’est en fait le code morse international et vous pourrez en tirer partie en l’utilisant avec la mini lampe torche qui se trouve sur le côté droit de la montre. La Eikowatch Sector Compass Torch est commercialisée en métal noir ou gris au prix de $620. Via crunchgear.com

007-like Gadget: Japanese Morse Code Watch
High Tech Lounge — ... dot-and-dash message across the room via Morse code. The Eikowatch Sector Compass Torch looks like it is pretty well built and it is made from PVD-covered stainless steel. It will survive dips in the pool up to a depth of 50 meters and it is available in your choice of black or silver. Be prepared to fork out a little bit of cash to transmit your Morse code messages, however, as this time-keeping communicator retails for about $620. 007-like Gadget: Japanese Morse Code Watch Source: crunchgear.com ...