The fashion-focused Misfit Vapor 2 gets NFC and GPS

We weren’t blown away by the original Misfit Vapor, but its sequel gains a few smartwatch staples that could make it a bit more of a hit. The biggest additions are NFC and built-in GPS. The former means you can now use Google Pay on the tube and in shops, while the latter enables you to ditch your phone on a run. You can now choose between a 41mm and 46mm stainless case, making the Vapor 2 more accommodating to all wrist sizes than its 44mm-only predecessor. Otherwise, it’s pretty much the same ticker. You still get a rounded touchscreen AMOLED display, 4GB of storage, a now aging Snapdragon 2100 processor, and Google Assistant powered by Wear OS. Pick one up from October 30th, with prices starting at £215.

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I'm fascinated by all things tech, but if you were going to leave me on a desert island, I'd probably ask for my Nintendo Switch, a drone, and a pair of noise-cancelling cans to block out the relentless seagull racket. When I'm not on Stuff duty you'll probably find me subscribing to too many podcasts, playing too many video games, or telling anyone who will listen that Spurs are going to win a trophy this season.

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Video games, VR, smartwatches, headphones, smart speakers, bizarre Kickstarter campaigns