Epoda promises to deliver water-proof EP2501 watch phone

While that lone image above doesn't exactly inspire much confidence of its actual existence, China's Epoda is apparently now looking for partners to help distribute its EP2501 water-proof watch phone, which supposedly packs more features than your average, non-wearable cellphone. That includes Windows CE 6.0 for an OS, quad band 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900Mhz connectivity, a 2-megapixel camera, a 1.4-inch display, the usual PMP functions, 1GB of memory, and "support" for WiFi and Bluetooth (it's not clear if that means it's built-in or not, although dongles would pose a bit of a problem). Of course, there's no word on price or availability, but those interested in doing business with Epoda can contact 'em at the link below for more details.

[Via PMP Today]

[Brian @ May 5th 2008 4:35PM]

I'll take two..

[Aguiluz @ May 5th 2008 5:07PM]

Sorry to post jack, but click the READ link, then scroll down to the very bottom.

Guess what? More watch phones!

[jayko23 @ Jul 4th 2008 11:38AM]

I got the phone watch and it doesnt look dorky like other mobile phones out there. Yes I agreed that you would look like a retard if you are talking to your watch but that is when blutooth comes out and saves the day. about waterproof is only a maximum of 2 meters and the phone is not quadband , its a tri-band phone. I heard there is a way to run it on 850/ 1900mhz bands but I am not sure how to do it. The watch however comes with a leather band , not metal as they were first advertising and instead of paying almost $1,000 us dollars like SMS technologies was asking for their mobile watch , you can get this one for $200- $300. There is anotther watch that looks stylish and you wont look like a dork while wearing it so if you are shopping for a mobile watch , look for either the Apoda EP2502 waterproof mobile watch or the W688 i-watch mobile watch. Both look stylish and won't make you feel embarased wearing it.

[theidoctor.org @ May 5th 2008 4:38PM]

wow... i can't buy that... cool as a gadget, but i would not wear that thing

[Frankenstein Black @ May 5th 2008 4:42PM]

I'll believe it when I see it, so “prove it! Pretzel Boy”...

[Loonie @ May 5th 2008 4:43PM]

*BEEP* "Hello?"

Glub

"...Hello?"

Glub. Glug glug glug

"... Is someone there? I can't hear you too well..."

Glug! Glub glub glug gurgle glug

etc

[Stem $ell @ May 5th 2008 5:57PM]

...water...resistance...futile...

[andres @ May 5th 2008 8:24PM]

@ stem
if < 1 ohm

[phanbouy @ May 5th 2008 4:47PM]

awesome, now i can make calls from my hovercraft that's full of eels

[Dualboot @ May 5th 2008 4:49PM]

I'm sorry, but I'll believe this only when I see it. Having a link to the mythical treasures of Alibaba doesn't help boost my confidence this thing (will exist)...

[Aguiluz @ May 5th 2008 5:19PM]

In fact, Alibaba has scams too

http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/alibaba.com?ref=safe&client_ver=FF_26.5_6261&locale=en-US&premium=false&client_type=FF&aff_id=0

[Micanos @ May 5th 2008 4:51PM]

Not related to this post, but what happend to PS3 laptop?
did the buyer pay and everything? all is well?

[Aguiluz @ May 5th 2008 5:05PM]

Apparently, the buyer paid for it. If not, Engadget's going to mock the non-paying bidder like this:

"Update: The auction is closed! Unfortunately, the scumbag who won the auction backed out in just about the most illegible way possible."

http://www.engadget.com/2006/12/24/playstation-3-charity-auction-over-today/

[Aguiluz @ May 5th 2008 5:03PM]

Ah! Not going to worry about being this guy here:

http://www.engadget.com/2005/12/07/student-trapped-in-toilet-after-fishing-for-cellphone/

[Tonnica @ May 5th 2008 5:19PM]

I hate to chim in with everyone else but I'll believe it when I see it. Unless these are beta product shots it looks like the Bluetooth is built in which is a pretty sweet deal. Almost to the point of mythical.

Give it ten seconds of rechargeable Cloak and I'm completely sold on it as the upcoming must-have accessory for the modern Spy.

[Phil Ringsmuth @ May 5th 2008 5:45PM]

A watch phone with a camera?

So I can take pictures of my wrist and sent it to all of my friends?

...While underwater?

Sign me up!

[randompass @ May 5th 2008 6:03PM]

A chance to be like dick tracy every time someone calls? I'm on it

[For2itous @ May 5th 2008 6:13PM]

With an inexpensive band extension kit, it can be worn as a high tech choker... gives off that Stephen Hawking vibe, if you know what I mean...

[For2itous @ May 5th 2008 6:16PM]

I too welcome our robotic, er, Underlords!

[Steffen Jobbs @ May 6th 2008 12:57AM]

I'm only asking, but do these things have even one-hour talk time. I guess they use button batteries, right?

[Somi @ May 8th 2008 11:04AM]

Hi there,

the EP-2501 can be pre-ordered now from us for 399 Euros. Expected delivery date is end of may.

Reach us at [e-mail]

Thanks, Somi

[mtc @ May 19th 2008 1:49PM]

does anyone know where i can buy the ep2501 i cant find a supplier anywhere

[solchica67 @ May 26th 2008 1:31AM]

We have a similar model made by a different manufacturer. It is a Waterproof GSM Triband at TechUndercover.com.

[jayko23 @ Jul 4th 2008 11:39AM]

got the phone watch and it doesnt look dorky like other mobile phones out there. Yes I agreed that you would look like a retard if you are talking to your watch but that is when blutooth comes out and saves the day. about waterproof is only a maximum of 2 meters and the phone is not quadband , its a tri-band phone. I heard there is a way to run it on 850/ 1900mhz bands but I am not sure how to do it. The watch however comes with a leather band , not metal as they were first advertising and instead of paying almost $1,000 us dollars like SMS technologies was asking for their mobile watch , you can get this one for $200- $300. There is anotther watch that looks stylish and you wont look like a dork while wearing it so if you are shopping for a mobile watch , look for either the Apoda EP2502 waterproof mobile watch or the W688 i-watch mobile watch. Both look stylish and won't make you feel embarased wearing it.

[murasame @ Dec 10th 2008 1:26AM]

waterproof ... well ... for me, it's not always for swimming. imagine when you wear this watchphone, riding a motorcycle, and suddenly you have a heavy rain pour on you .... isn't this waterproof feature come in handy?