Polar Announces New Running Watch "POLAR Street X" Combining Style and Toughness
Equipped with an LED flashlight, tough gear compliant with military specifications.
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Polar Electro Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Shinji Sakakibara), a leading company in wearable devices, announces the new running watch "POLAR Street X," designed for urban runners who value style. It is lightweight yet tough, suitable for a wide range of activities from daily commutes to running. Designed for users who enjoy urban training and lifestyle, it features a robust and mechanical design that blends seamlessly with everyday fashion.

Tough Design for Urban Runners
The Street X adopts a frame structure where the main body is secured with 8 screws. It complies with US military standard MIL-STD-810H, boasting high durability that can withstand harsh conditions such as impact, water, and heat resistance. In addition to WR50 water resistance, its lightweight design of 48g makes it comfortable for running, daily activities, and outdoor scenes. The battery offers long-lasting use, with up to 10 days in smartwatch mode, up to 43 hours in training mode with GPS + 1-second heart rate measurement on, and up to 170 hours with power-saving settings. The internal battery is also replaceable, allowing for long-term use of the device (available for a fee at Polar Customer Service).

Polar's First LED Flashlight
The Street X is the brand's first device to feature a switchable white/red LED flashlight. This enhances visibility and safety during night runs and in dark places, and is also useful for everyday lighting. The OLED display offers high visibility and supports both touch and button operations.
Hardware Evolution Beyond Pacer Pro
The Street X boasts significant hardware improvements compared to the Pacer Pro running watch. The display has evolved from a 240x240 MIP to a high-definition 416x416 OLED display, increasing resolution by approximately 1.7 times. With a 43% faster 275MHz CPU, 32MB expanded memory (total 37MB), and a 45% larger 385mAh battery, operability and performance are enhanced.
Advanced Navigation and Performance Measurement
The route guidance function, combining GPS, compass, and barometer, provides stable navigation from city streets to trails. The addition of a compass display improves visibility during navigation. It also features numerous functions useful for runners, such as wrist-based running power measurement, running tests, and a zone lock function that allows running at a constant heart rate, supporting performance improvement.
In addition to running, it supports over 170 sports, including newly added popular activities like Padel, Pickleball, and fitness races.
Price and Sales Period
The Street X will be available from Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at authorized Polar product retailers nationwide, including online stores. Pre-orders begin today on the official Polar online store. The suggested retail price is 43,780 JPY (tax included), and it comes in three colors: Night Black, Snow White, and Forest Green, with two wristband sizes (S and M/L) included.
Forest Green will be released simultaneously on the official online store and is scheduled for general release around mid-May.
Wristbands will be released simultaneously only on the official Polar online store, in colors matching the main unit, with a suggested retail price of 5,280 JPY (tax included), and two wristband sizes (S and M/L) included.

〈 New Features 〉
New Watch Faces
Multiple new watch face designs with a retro taste have been added, allowing for more free customization to match your mood and style.

Evolved Route Guidance Function
Utilizing a combination of GPS, barometer, and compass, it provides stable location information tailored to conditions, from city running to sports on diverse terrains. This enables simple and reliable route guidance, allowing you to run new routes with confidence.
*Offline map (built-in map) function is not included.

Newly Equipped LED Flashlight
Polar's first LED flashlight is equipped, allowing easy switching between white and red light. This not only enhances visibility in dark places but also clearly indicates your presence to others during night runs, supporting safe running.

Comfortable Fit Wristband
The dedicated wristband is shaped to conform to the arm, providing a comfortable fit and enhancing contact with sensors. It is also compatible with general 22mm wristbands, allowing you to customize it with your favorite band.

<POLAR Street X Product Overview>

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Product Name |
POLAR Street X |
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Color |
Night Black Snow White Forest Green |
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Size |
S-L |
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Battery |
Training Mode: GPS (1 sec) + Heart Rate On: Max 43 hours Training Mode: GPS (2 min) + Heart Rate Off: Max 170 hours Smartwatch Mode: 24-hour Heart Rate On: Max 10 days |
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Operation |
Color Touch Display + 5 Buttons |
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Weight |
48g (including wristband) |
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Body Size |
Diameter 45mm × Thickness 13.8mm |
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Water Resistance |
50m Water Resistant |
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Supported OS |
iOS / Android |
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Suggested Retail Price |
43,780 JPY (tax included) |
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Shipping/Sales Date |
April 8, 2026 Forest Green only scheduled for mid-May |
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FAQ
What are the main features of POLAR Street X?
Key features include an LED flashlight, MIL-STD-810H compliant toughness, a high-definition OLED display, and advanced navigation functions.
What is the battery life?
Up to 10 days in smartwatch mode, up to 43 hours in training mode (GPS + heart rate on), and up to 170 hours with power-saving settings.
When can I purchase it?
It will be released on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at authorized retailers nationwide. Pre-orders are available starting today on the official online store.