Prince George has marked his 13th birthday by debuting a Garmin smartwatch in a recently released video, appearing to follow in the sartorial footsteps of his father, Prince William. The video, shared by the Prince and Princess of Wales, captures George engaging in outdoor activities such as climbing rocks and playing cricket, activities consistent with the features of his new accessory.
The smartwatch identified is a Garmin D2 Air X15, priced at approximately £569.99. This model is recognized for its GPS capabilities, durability, and advanced biometric tracking, suggesting an affinity for outdoor pursuits, a trait shared with his parents. The D2 Air X15 is marketed towards aviation enthusiasts, offering features like GPS Direct-to navigation, aviation weather information, a built-in LED flashlight, voice commands, and health and fitness functions. While it can connect to a smartphone for calls, this feature is unlikely to be utilized by George due to his parents' restrictions on mobile phone use.
Prince William, the Prince of Wales, is known for his own consistent watch-wearing. His preferred timepiece is an Omega Seamaster Professional, valued at around £5,600. This watch, a gift from his late mother, Princess Diana, has been a constant accessory for over a decade and was worn during significant events, including his wedding to Catherine, Princess of Wales. The Omega Seamaster Professional is a mid-size quartz model with a stainless steel case and blue dial, featuring a chronometer, unidirectional rotating bezel, screw-in crown, and helium escape valve, all contributing to its accuracy and reliability.
The video showcasing Prince George also featured him barefoot on a beach, interacting with a family dog, enjoying a boat ride, and wearing £157 Raen sunglasses, previously seen at Wimbledon. The 18-second clip was released on social media with a message thanking the public for birthday wishes.
Earlier on his birthday, a new photograph of George, taken at Kensington Palace by Matt Porteous, was released. The image showed the young royal in a suit, following his appearance at Trooping the Colour. This marks a significant stage as George prepares to begin his senior school experience as a boarder at Eton College in September, following in his father's educational path.
George's public appearances are managed, with a gradual increase in official engagements. He was last seen at Wimbledon with his family and is not expected to make further public appearances until he starts school. As the eldest of the Wales children, George, alongside his siblings Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, has been introduced to public life progressively since his birth.