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The very first watch was invented by Abraham-Louis Perrelet.
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The average pocket watch was now mobile and able to be carried on your wrist.
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An indestructive version of the watch was created, a trench watch, was created for the soldiers in WWI.
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John Hardwood created the first automatic wristwatch that was powered by a battery for a female.
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Hamilton Watch Company and Electro-Data developed the first digital electronic watch that had digital numbers instead of hands.
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Around this time, watches began to come in various colors and designs.
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Apple Inc. created the apple watch that is now the current trend of 2017 with its touchscreen surface & bluetooth connection to your phone.
