![The LG G Watch R is official, with round face, heart rate monitor](https://cdn.afterdawn.fi/v3/news/600x400/lg-g-watch-r-official.jpg)
The company teased the device last week, and quickly launched it today, featuring a round face and a number of new features to separate it from the pack. The launch comes just ahead of Motorola's Moto 360, which is the first smartwatch to have a round display. Motorola is expected to make their watch official on September 4th.
Besides the retro look and round face, the G Watch R will also be water and dust resistant, include a gyroscope and accelerometer for motion, a barometer for temperature, and a heart rate monitor. LG is also including a few fitness related apps in addition to Google's own.
Sadly, there was no word on the specs or pricing, but LG says it will available in the Q4.
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Written by: Andre Yoskowitz @ 28 Aug 2014 23:17