SB Watch

Welcome to SB Watch — a hybrid smartwatch that predicts the time. Control the hands wirelessly and create impossible moments of magic.

How SB Watch Works

SB Watch is a Bluetooth-enabled hybrid watch that works with the TimeSmith app and other Electricks devices.

With TimeSmith App

Connect SB Watch to your phone:

iPhone/Android Phone → TimeSmith App → SB Watch

The TimeSmith app lets you control the watch hands, set predictions, and manage all watch functions. The app is the primary way to use your SB Watch.

With Other Devices (No Phone)

Control the watch directly from dedicated remotes:

Atom 2 → SB Watch
Use your Atom 2 remote to set the time without a phone.

MrCard → SB Watch
Control predictions with MrCard.

SB Watch is also compatible with other apps and devices.

Quick Start

Get up and running in 5 minutes.

1. Check Battery

SB Watch uses a standard CR2032 button battery (included).

Battery life: Replace every 6 months for best performance.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Check battery first!

The most common connection issue is a low or dead battery. If your watch won’t connect or disconnects frequently, replace the battery before troubleshooting anything else.

The watch arrives with battery installed and firmware updated, but may need replacement if it’s been sitting in storage.

2. Download and Connect

Download the TimeSmith app to control your watch.

Important checks before connecting:

• ✅ Bluetooth is ON on your phone
• ✅ Location Services enabled (required on Android)
• ✅ GPS is ON (Android only — needed for Bluetooth)
• ✅ TimeSmith app has Bluetooth permission

Don’t pair from phone settings — the app handles connection automatically.

3. Connect in App

1. Open TimeSmith app
2. Go to Settings → List devices
3. Tap the black button with your watch name (e.g., “SBWatch-112345”)
4. Watch hands will do a full rotation — wait for it to complete

4. Calibrate (If Needed)

Your watch is pre-calibrated, but if the time doesn’t match:

1. Tap the green ”Details…” button
2. Scroll down and select ”Calibration START”
3. Follow the on-screen instructions

What’s in the Box

✅ SB Watch (Modern/Steel/Pocket model)
✅ CR2032 battery (pre-installed)
✅ Screen cleaning cloth (wristwatch models)
✅ Band adjustment tool (Steel models)

Model Editions

SB Watch Modern (2020, 2021, 2022)
Classic wristwatch with leather strap.

SB Watch Steel
Premium metal band with adjustable links.

SB Watch Pocket
Chain-style pocket watch for close-up performances.

Before You Perform

Make sure your SB Watch is:

• Connected — Either to TimeSmith app or standalone device
• Calibrated — Hands show correct time when not in prediction mode
• Battery checked — Replace if low (watch won’t connect or will disconnect with weak battery)

Pro tip: Practice the calibration process so you can fix it quickly if needed during setup.

Join the Community

Get tips, share routines, and connect with other magicians.

📘 TimeSmith Facebook Group
Active community sharing performance ideas and tips. For app-related questions, post in the group — the TimeSmith app is developed by Benke Smith.

Need help?
For watch hardware issues, orders, or warranty support, contact us. For app-related questions, please post in the Facebook group.

Common Questions

The app doesn’t see my SB Watch

⚠️ Most likely: Dead battery!

If the watch won’t connect, replace the CR2032 battery first. This fixes 90% of connection issues.

Other things to check:

1. Is Bluetooth enabled on your phone?
2. Location Services enabled? (Required on Android)
3. GPS ON? (Android only)
4. Too many devices connected? Disconnect unused devices (phone limit: 10-16 devices)
5. Try restarting your phone (especially on Android)
6. Watch sleeping? Press the crown to wake (unlikely, but worth trying)

For more help, see SB Watch troubleshooting.

Can I use SB Watch without a phone?

Yes! Use standalone remotes to control the watch:

• Atom 2: Set time predictions without your phone (Learn more)
• MrCard: Control predictions remotely (Learn more)
• ThoughtCast Versa, Wilson Nexus, SB Mote: Other compatible remotes

See our Compatibility Guide for all device combinations.

How often do I need to replace the battery?

Every 6 months for best performance.

Can I use other apps with SB Watch?

Yes! SB Watch is compatible with various magic apps and devices. See our Compatibility page for a full list.

Keep Your Watch Updated

New features and improvements are added regularly through firmware updates.

Questions? We’re here to help. Join the Facebook group or contact us directly.

Turning ON and Initializing the SB Watch

Note: SB Watch doesn’t have a power button. It’s always on as long as the battery has charge. Very old firmware versions had a turn-off feature, but modern watches are always running.

If your watch isn’t responding, it’s likely the battery is low or dead. Replace the CR2032 battery.

Please check these before setting up your watch:

• Make sure Bluetooth is ON on your phone.

• Phones have a limit on the number of devices they can connect to. If you have more than 6 devices (a band, earphones, etc.) connected to your phone, try disconnecting them if you cannot connect to the watch. Modern phones are usually can connect to 10-16 devices at a time.

• Allow the app to use Bluetooth and/or Location Services.

• On Android, make sure the GPS is ON. While we are not tracking you, this is somehow a must-have for Bluetooth communication, too.

• On Android, Bluetooth has some bugs. You should try restarting the phone if you have any connection problems.

• You don’t have to connect to the watch from your Bluetooth Settings, the app will set up the connection.

For more troubleshooting tips, see our Troubleshooting page.

We are shipping the SB Watch products turned on, and updated to the latest firmware. The watch might be sleeping, wake it up with pressing the crown.

Open the TimeSmith app, then go to Settings and tap on the “List devices” button. Now press the Black button with the watch name (something like SBWatch-112345, where the numbers are your watch identifier, starting with 1), and the app will connect to the watch. Watch hands will go a full circle, wait for it. We have calibrated your watch, but if the watch does not correctly show the time, then Tap the green “Details…” button, scroll down the screen, and select “Calibration START”.

Next Steps

Learn the app: Read the TimeSmith App documentation to explore all features and routines.

Check compatibility: See the Compatibility page for a full list of apps and devices that work with SB Watch.

Maintain your watch: Replace the CR2032 button battery every 6 months.

Update firmware: We regularly release new firmware (the software running on the watch) for SB Watch to fix bugs and introduce new features. Make sure your watch has the latest firmware.

Use without phone: To set the time on the watch with no phone, we recommend using Atom remote or MrCard.