TACTIX Rugged Smartwatch

Charge it monthly, not nightly. The TACTIX Rugged Smartwatch runs a 1,100 mAh battery — roughly four times what most watches this size carry. That's up to 30 days of typical use, and up to 100 days on standby.

Takes calls on your wrist

A speaker and microphone are built into the case, so calls come through over Bluetooth without digging for your phone. Recent calls and saved contacts sync across, and WhatsApp, SMS and app alerts mirror to the dial with a vibration you'll feel through a jacket.

A torch and an SOS beacon

Two light sources in the case. White for finding the keyhole, the trip switch or the fuse box during load-shedding. Red flash for being seen by traffic on an early morning run or ride. No app, no phone — hold the button and it's on.

Instruments for outside

Digital compass with a live bearing, altimeter in metres, and a barometric pressure trend that tells you when weather is coming. Positioning runs on GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS and Galileo for a faster, steadier lock.

1.7" HD display

One of the largest dials in its class at 360 × 360. Steps, heart rate, battery, distance and weather all read at a glance — no squinting, no scrolling.

Rated IP68

Fully dust-tight against sand and site grit, and sealed against immersion in fresh water. Rain, sweat, hand-washing and a swim in the pool are fine. It is not a diving watch — keep it away from hot showers, steam and high-pressure jets, since heat and pressure are what break seals.

100+ sport modes

Running, cycling, walking, hiking, gym and more. The dial rearranges around the numbers that matter for each one, with continuous heart rate during a session and sleep tracking overnight.

Specifications

• Display: 1.7" HD round display, 360 × 360
• Battery: 1,100 mAh — up to 30 days typical use, up to 100 days standby
• Charging: Magnetic cable, approx. 3 hours to full
• Water & dust: IP68 — dust-tight, sealed against immersion (not rated for diving)
• Calling: Bluetooth calling with built-in speaker and microphone
• Light: Dual-colour LED — white torch and red SOS flash
• Positioning: GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo
• Sensors: Heart rate, compass, altimeter, barometer, accelerometer
• Sport modes: 100+, with steps, distance, calories and sleep tracking
• Strap: Quick-release silicone or steel bracelet, depending on colourway
• Compatibility: Android and iOS via the companion app
• In the box: Watch, strap, magnetic charging cable, user guide

Battery figures are manufacturer estimates at default settings. Heavy calling, GPS tracking and a brighter screen will shorten them.