DIY low cost Smart watch
Hello, PCBWay Community! I am thrilled to share my Homemade Smartwatch project with all of you. This project is an affordable yet powerful smartwatch that packs impressive features into a compact design. From tracking time to monitoring real-time data, this smartwatch is a practical and fun DIY project for enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Project Overview
The Homemade Smartwatch is a wearable device featuring a sleek design and customizable functionality. Powered by an Arduino-compatible microcontroller, this smartwatch incorporates an OLED display for a clear and crisp interface, along with sensors and buttons for user interaction. Its modular approach makes it suitable for anyone looking to explore wearable technology.
Key Features
- OLED Display: A vibrant and energy-efficient 0.96-inch display.
- User Controls: Buttons for easy navigation and functionality control.
- Compact Design: A custom PCB design and 3D-printed enclosure for a professional look.
- Expandable Functionality: Add sensors or other modules for personalized features.
To help you build this smartwatch, I am sharing the following files:
- Gerber Files: For fabricating the PCB.
- BOM (Bill of Materials): A detailed list of components used in the design.
- Pick-and-Place File: For automated assembly.
- Arduino Code: The complete firmware to bring your smartwatch to life.
How It Works
The smartwatch is based on a microcontroller that handles inputs from buttons and processes data to display on the OLED screen. The PCB design ensures that all components fit perfectly into the 3D-printed enclosure, providing a polished and wearable gadget. You can easily program the microcontroller to add more features such as step counting, notifications, or even weather updates.
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I am participating in PCBWay's 7th Design Contest, and your support can make a huge difference. By voting for my project, you not only recognize the effort behind this smartwatch but also motivate me to create and share more innovative DIY projects.
I invite you to check out the complete tutorial and download all necessary resources to build your own Homemade Smartwatch. Let’s bring this project to life together!
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#include <Wire.h>
#include <Adafruit_GFX.h>
#include <Adafruit_SSD1306.h>
#include <Adafruit_SHTC3.h>
// Define OLED display size
#define SCREEN_WIDTH 128
#define SCREEN_HEIGHT 32
#define OLED_RESET -1
Adafruit_SSD1306 display(SCREEN_WIDTH, SCREEN_HEIGHT, &Wire, OLED_RESET);
Adafruit_SHTC3 shtc3; // SHTC3 sensor object
// Include converted XBM images
#include "temp_icon.xbm"
#include "humidity_icon.xbm"
bool showTemperature = true; // Toggle flag for display switching
float temperature = 0, humidity = 0;
void setup() {
Serial.begin(115200);
// Initialize OLED
if (!display.begin(SSD1306_SWITCHCAPVCC, 0x3C)) {
Serial.println(F("SSD1306 allocation failed"));
for (;;);
}
display.clearDisplay();
// Initialize SHTC3 sensor
if (shtc3.begin()) {
Serial.println("SHTC3 sensor found");
} else {
Serial.println("SHTC3 sensor not detected!");
while (1);
}
}
void loop() {
// Update sensor data
sensors_event_t humidityEvent, tempEvent;
shtc3.getEvent(&humidityEvent, &tempEvent);
temperature = tempEvent.temperature;
humidity = humidityEvent.relative_humidity;
display.clearDisplay();
if (showTemperature) {
// Show temperature with thermometer icon
display.drawBitmap(0, 0, temp_icon_bits, 32, 32, SSD1306_WHITE);
display.setCursor(40, 10);
display.setTextSize(2);
display.setTextColor(SSD1306_WHITE);
display.print(temperature, 1);
display.println("C");
} else {
// Show humidity with percentage & droplet icon
display.drawBitmap(0, 0, humidity_icon_bits, 32, 32, SSD1306_WHITE);
display.setCursor(40, 10);
display.setTextSize(2);
display.setTextColor(SSD1306_WHITE);
display.print(humidity, 1);
display.println("%");
}
display.display();
showTemperature = !showTemperature; // Toggle display
delay(2000); // Wait 2 seconds
}
DIY low cost Smart watch
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