Last August, I wrote about a peculiar smartwatch, or rather a “phone that resembles a watch”. It was originally a device provided by SF Express for couriers, but later it became popular on second-hand platforms. Today, I found that this device has not dropped in price over the past year and has even increased by a few dozen yuan, with new uses being developed by users.
The SF smartwatch features a 2.8-inch touchscreen with a resolution of 640×480, boasting a bold exterior and IP67-rated waterproof and dustproof capabilities, making it more durable than ordinary smartwatches.It can even withstand impacts (bitter smile).
This is a legitimate Android system, powered by a MediaTek MT6761 processor, which has performance comparable to the Snapdragon 430, with a storage configuration of 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. Originally a closed Android system, it has been successfully cracked by various developers, allowing for seamless installation of Android versions 9, 10, 11, and 12, as well as streamlined systems based on Android 10 like Havoc OS, further enhancing its smoothness.
Additionally, the SF smartwatch can be customized with the Mask + LSP framework to set up shoulder buttons, such as one-click navigation. Many motorcycle enthusiasts have modified it to work with their bike’s dashboard, simply by purchasing a motorcycle mount.This smartwatch supports GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, and Galileo four-mode positioning, allowing for quick satellite acquisition and precise location tracking. After all, it was originally designed for courier use, so adapting it for motorcycle use is quite fitting.
The side also features a built-in camera, which can be used for various purposes as long as it’s not for covert photography.It also includes a Type-C charging port and a large 3300mAh battery, which is definitely a giant in the realm of “smartwatches”!My current backup phone (Xiaomi 8 SE) has a battery capacity of only 3120mAh, and a typical smartwatch with a 500mAh battery is already considered impressive.
A year ago, when I wrote about it, it was priced around 270 yuan, mostly sourced from merchants. Nowadays, second-hand prices do not drop below this price, and it has essentially become a source for individual players. Many are selling it for over 300 yuan, and after a year of use, they can still make a profit when reselling? It’s simply a reversal of fortune.I pondered that the reason this device holds its value so well is that there are no comparable alternatives. Many students buy it as a “fishing tool” to bring into schools or dormitories. But let me tell you, it’s important to study hard and not get carried away, or you might end up delivering packages when you grow up.