WITH SMARTS

THESE TIMEPIECES DO MORE THAN JUST TELL THE TIME, THANKS TO A LITTLE HELP FROM THIS LITTLE LOT…

FOR TYPISTS

APP FLEKSY Staunchly refuse to remove your phone from your pocket? You can type replies on the Galaxy Gear’s 1.63-inch screen. Taking up three-quarters of the display, this keyboard app includes gesture controls and, thankfully, auto-correct. FREE, GALAXY GEAR

FOR RUNNERS

APP RUNKEEPER Once paired with the accompanying Android or iOS app, this will keep you bang up-to-date with all your vital statistics – current run time, distance travelled and average speed – without you needing to break your stride. FREE, PEBBLE, GALAXY GEAR

FOR SPIES

APP REMOTE SHOT Control your smartphone’s camera via Bluetooth using your watch. View a live feed from the camera on your wrist and press the shutter at the critical moment. Also useful for snapping perfectly timed group portraits. $3.15, SONY SMARTWATCH 2