Sun-Powered Luxuries: Four 2026 Watches That Run on Light
Esquire spotlights four solar-powered watches released in 2026, showcasing light-driven energy with under-dial solar cells and rechargeable storage: TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 200 Solargraph, Citizen Eco-Drive PHOTON 50th Anniversary, Seiko Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronograph, and Alpina Alpiner Extreme Solarmetre. These models blend cutting-edge solar tech with luxury craftsmanship, offering features like long autonomous power, GPS timekeeping, and multi-time-zone capabilities, proving solar powering has moved from novelty to practical luxury.