The Suunto n3i is the new and improved version of the n3, Suunto's original SPOT technology watch. In most ways, the two watches are very similar - both combine Suunto's quality design and style with the impressive array of information provided through Microsoft'sMSN Direct Service. With the Suunto n3i, you can get an impressive variety of information wirelessly transmitted to your watch, throughout the day and night. News, movie show times, sports, weather, stocks, horoscopes - you choose what content you want, set your preferences online, and the custom-tailored information automatically starts coming in. (For a detailed breakdown of the various options, see the feature listing below.
You can also receive text messages (through MSN Instant Messenger) and - perhaps best of all - it is quick and easy to set up Microsoft Office to "synch" with your Suunto n3i. This means that you'll have access to your appointment calender from your wrist, and be able to set alerts to warn you of upcoming appointments - a very useful feature!
Suunto took the customer feedback they got back from the Suunto n3, and applied it to their new n3i. The most noticable changes are the size and the strap. The n3i, at 13mm thick, is almost 20% slimmer than the n3 - still a good-sized watch, but not quite such a pain to fit under a cuff. The new strap is longer and more flexible than the hard rubber n3 strap - it's made from "Sportproof" - a tough, sharp-looking leather / synthetic hybrid that wicks moisture away from your skin. Both the strap and the casing of the n3i are an attractive silverish grey color, and the watch buttons are stainless steel, instead of black plastic. Other upgrades include a much louder speaker for alerts and alarms, 6 new watch faces, and a logbook function for reviewing lap, split, and total times.
Covered by Suunto's Two Year Warranty.
Subscription service is required.* Instructions for sign up will be included with your watch.
Please use this link to make sure you will have coverage in your area.
http://direct.msn.com/about/coverage.aspx *You will need a subscription to the MSN Direct service to take full advantage of all watch features. MSN Direct is available to residents in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, and Canada.To receive MSN Direct on an MSN Direct-ready device, you must be within an MSN Direct coverage area; check the current coverage maps available at www.msndirect.com. Internet access is required for the on-line activation of your MSN Direct account. A major credit or debit card is required. Activation and service charges will apply. Prices are subject to change. Regular charging of watch is required for use. SAFETY FIRST: Watches can be worn anywhere so use the service sensibly and safely. Microsoft, MSN and The MSN logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and for other countries.
Direct Service Plans
The Suunto n3i comes out of the box automatically receiving content as soon as you turn it on:
national news headlines
local temperature information
stock indices
Further content must be subscribed to. Currently, Microsoft offers 3 service plans:
Smart Plan
For $39.95 per year, subscribers can receive news, entertainment content, local movie listings, horoscopes and sports updates, weather forecasts, and personalized stock and lottery information.
Smart Plan Plus
For an additional $20 per year, customers can upgrade their service to include instant messages and Outlook calendar appointments.
Monthly Plan
For customers who prefer it, Smart Plan Plus charges can be broken into monthly payments of $9.95.
