Una GPS smart watch – Repairable, USB-C charging, developer-friendly(unawatch.com)
242 points by pimterry 21 hours ago | 151 comments
tl;dr: UNA is a Scotland-built GPS smartwatch designed for repairability and longevity, featuring a user-replaceable 280 mAh battery, USB-C charging, and screwdriver-accessible internals for swapping components like the screen. It includes dual-frequency GPS, continuous heart rate monitoring, a barometric altimeter, 10-day battery life, and Strava sync via a companion iOS/Android app. An open SDK lets developers build custom apps, activities, and watch faces with direct access to sensors and data.
HN Discussion:
  • IPX5 rating is inadequate and will likely lead to water damage failures
  • Calling it 'open source' is misleading when only the SDK is open
  • Garmin's proven durability, algorithms, and ecosystem make UNA a weak alternative
  • SDK uses outdated C++ patterns with poor data modeling and unit handling
  • Lack of an app store and reviews undermines the smartwatch's core value proposition