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Mido Commander Blue Shade

Mido Commander Blue Shade

Iconic and bold Mido is offering a new version of its Commander Shade timepiece that is as bold as it is captivating, and treated entirely in black PVD for the very first time. With this model, the Swiss watchmaking brand is once again showcasing one of its iconic watches, which has been in constant production for over half a century. The elegant…

Swatch Group: Key Figures 2019

Swatch Group: Key Figures 2019

Group net sales of CHF 8 243 million, -1.8% in comparison to the previous year at constant ex-change rates, or -2.7% at current rates.  Operating result of CHF 1 023 million, -11.4% to the previous year. Operating margin amounted to 12.4% versus 13.6% in the previous year. Net income of CHF 748 million, -13.7% to the previous year,…

Certina DS Super PH500M Special Edition

Certina DS Super PH500M Special Edition

Diver’s watch with a history – and character. Its retro style and bright orange dial catch everyone’s eye: the striking DS Super PH500M Special Edition is causing a sensation. Dedicated watch fans will surely experience a moment of déja-vu: the latest Certina diver’s watch is inspired by a model from 1968. Numerous functional features, such as…

From Swatch with love

From Swatch with love

New Valentine’s Special ready to conquer hearts.  Say it with flowers? Say it with words? Say it with emojis! YOU’VE GOT LOVE speaks today’s language, making sure your better half gets the right message (and gift;-) for the day of love. Swatch’s new Valentine’s Special comes in an innocent white color featuring a red love letter…

New em|echo-V: NFC with RAIN RFID in a single chip

New em|echo-V: NFC with RAIN RFID in a single chip

EM Microelectronic enables holistic omnichannel consumer experience and product authentication em|echo-V brings together powerful RAIN RFID supply chain functionalities with seamless NFC consumer engagement and web authentication EM Microelectronic, the ultra-low-power semiconductor company of the Swatch Group and an RFID industry pioneer for…

Omega ready to time the Winter Youth Olympic Games

Omega ready to time the Winter Youth Olympic Games

For the 6th time at the Youth Olympic Games, Omega is ready to fulfil its role as Official Timekeeper. Around 1,880 young athletes from 70 nations have arrived to compete in 81 winter events at Lausanne 2020, and the Swiss watchmaker will be there to time every second. This is a particularly special occasion for Omega. It is the first time since…