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The Men’s Talking Watch can be a practical tool for individuals entering the later middle stages of dementia, especially if they are accustomed to wearing a watch.As dementia progresses, the ability to tell time and recognize the date often diminishes, particularly when using an analogue clock face.The Men’s Talking Watch addresses this challenge.

Setting up the watch is straightforward by following the provided, simply written instructions and spoken commands. Once configured, the Men’s Talking Watch can announce the exact time with the press of a button. Pressing the button twice provides the date, including the day, month and year. When voice activation is enabled, the watch announces the time every hour within a user-defined range, preventing it from speaking overnight unless the button is pressed.

The hourly announcement function may affect users differently; some may find it helpful for maintaining awareness of the time, while others may prefer it to be disabled. This function can be turned off by pressing and holding the talking button for several seconds. Note that disabling the hourly voice feature also disables the button-activated time announcement. To reactivate, the same button can be pressed and held again.

The talk button has two operational modes: with hourly announcements enabled, a short press gives the time between hours; when announcements are disabled, a longer press provides the time, which can then be deactivated with another long press.

The Men’s Talking Watch features a classic design and is comfortable to wear.It is important to note that the Men’s Talking Watch is neither waterproof nor water resistant. Users unaccustomed to removing their watch for activities like showering or washing may need to replace the watch more frequently as they forget to take the watch off. I nearly did this while testing the watch.

Additionally, the watch does not offer a digital display. While some may find digital watches easier to use, the voice activation function aims to address this need.

Product rating (out of 5 stars)

4 out of 5! 

Overall an excellent men’s watch. Worth the money. Gives back some control. 4 stars as the Men’s Talking Watch is not waterproof

About the author

Michael Booth
Michael is a former carer for his mom who lived with young onset Alzheimer’s disease for nine years and now himself lives with young onset Alzheimer’s disease. This gives him a view from both sides, a unique position. Michael is a Research Network volunteer and a member of the Innovations Board for the Alzheimer’s Society. Michael is also a member of the Geller Commission Advisory Board for people living with dementia; Experts by Experience Group for dementia; Brains for Dementia Advisory Board for Alzheimer’s Research UK; Young Dementia Network steering group member; Member of the NHS patient and Carer group (Dementia Advisor). Michael is a former Project and Technical Manager for a global electrical and electronic cable designer and manufacturer.

Michael tests a range of products sold on Alzheimer's Society's shop, as well as new products we are considering, providing a hands-on, honest assessment from someone living with dementia. We also share this feedback with the product suppliers and manufacturers to suggest improvements.

Author of the book: Dementia, you are not alone!