Many smartwatches sold in India rely on magnetic charging pucks supplied by manufacturers. These pucks are often brand-specific and can fail over time due to weakened magnets or damage. Users facing such issues may prefer models that support direct USB Type-C charging instead. Only a handful of companies in India currently provide this option on their wearables.

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boAt recently introduced the Storm Call 4 and Ultima Vogue 2 as India's first smartwatches featuring built-in USB Type-C charging. These models remove dependence on separate magnetic accessories.

Owners can recharge either watch using any standard USB Type-C cable shared with phones or other gadgets. This approach avoids issues with lost or broken pucks and simplifies packing for travel.

Feature	USB Type-C Charging Smartwatch (Winner)	Magnetic Charging Smartwatch
Universal Compatibility	Excellent. Works with the same cable used for phones, tablets, laptops and earbuds so only one cable is needed overall.	Poor. Needs a dedicated proprietary charger made only for that specific watch.
Convenience and Travel	Maximum Convenience. Lost cables are easy to replace or borrow since they are widely available.	Low Convenience. A forgotten dock leaves the watch unusable without ordering a replacement.
E-Waste and Cost	Eco-friendly and Cost-effective. Fewer extra accessories required and cheap replacements are common.	High Waste and Costly. Increases electronic waste and brand-specific parts cost more.
Durability	High. Ports meet industry standards for repeated use over time.	Variable. Magnets weaken and pins may corrode from moisture or oils.
Charging Speed	Fast and Efficient. Handles standard fast-charge protocols with common adapters.	Moderate. Limited by proprietary design and small contact area.
Design and Water Resistance	Needs a port with sealing to preserve water resistance ratings.	Offers a fully sealed back for easier high waterproof ratings.
Ease of Connection	Requires plugging in the cable for a reliable link.	Attaches quickly via magnets but can slip out of alignment.

boAt Storm Call 4

The Storm Call 4 marks the latest release in boAt's Storm Call lineup and the first Indian smartwatch with native USB Type-C charging. It features a 1.96-inch HD screen reaching 500 nits brightness for clear outdoor viewing. An IP68 rating protects against dust, sweat and water while Bluetooth calling allows direct calls from the wrist. Health tools include heart rate and SpO2 tracking plus sleep, stress and female wellness monitoring.

Key Specifications

Display: 1.96-inch HD display with up to 500 nits brightness
Charging: Direct USB Type-C charging
Durability: IP68 dust, sweat and water resistance
Calling: Bluetooth calling
Battery Life: Up to 12 days battery life
Sports Modes: 100+ sports modes
Health Tracking: Heart rate, SpO2, sleep and stress monitoring, female wellness tracking support
Other Features: Functional crown support, Emergency SOS

boAt Storm Call 4 Price in India

The Storm Call 4 is sold in India through the boAt site, Amazon India, Flipkart and quick commerce outlets for Rs. 1,299.

boAt Ultima Vogue 2

boAt also unveiled the Ultima Vogue 2, set to reach stores by the end of this month. It carries a 1.96-inch AMOLED panel with 1000 nits peak brightness for strong sunlight performance and marks India's first AMOLED model with USB Type-C charging. Health and sports features match the Storm Call 4 while adding a metallic frame design.

Key Specifications

Display: 1.96-inch AMOLED display with up to 1000 nits brightness
Charging: Direct USB Type-C charging
Durability: IP68 dust, sweat and water resistance
Calling: Bluetooth calling
Battery Life: Up to 10 days of battery life
Sports Modes: 100+ sports modes
Health Tracking: Heart rate, SpO2, sleep and stress monitoring, female wellness tracking
Other Features: Metallic frame design, Emergency SOS

boAt Ultima Vogue 2 Price in India

The Ultima Vogue 2 will be offered in India via the boAt site, Amazon India, Flipkart and quick commerce platforms at Rs. 2,799.