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Firmware Over-the-Air UpdateComplications
Wireless software patch delivery mechanism enabling feature enhancement without manual intervention
Flyback ChronographComplications
Chronograph that instantly resets and restarts with a single pusher action, without stopping first.
Flyback FunctionComplications
Chronograph reset mechanism allowing restart without returning to zero, jumping to new time.
Flying TourbillonComplications
Tourbillon cage mounted on single end, appearing to float without visible lower bridge.
FoudroyanteComplications
Lightning-fast subdial hand completing a full rotation in fractions of a second for precise timing.