But when it comes to solar-powered watches, you don’t necessarily need to rely on the big yellow thing in the sky anymore. The latest generation of solar watches proves that powering your wrist doesn’t require a battery change, a plug socket, or even high UV levels. From cutting-edge GPS technology to luxury craftsmanship, these are the four best solar-powered watches released this year. AlpinaEnter the Swiss, making the case that solar-powered watches are no longer just the domain of Japanese giants. Meet Alpina’s first-ever solar-powered watch, the Solarmetre, bringing light-powered technology to the brand’s rugged adventure collection.