There are multiple methods to measure time. In the past, we had unreliable time measuring tools like sundials and hourglasses. Then Christiaan Huygens using the concept of SHM invented the pendulum clock which was the first precise enough time measuring device. Eventually Pendulum was replaced by Quartz Crystals which are used in Analogue clocks and watches. I want to know which method do digital clocks and watches use? It is Quartz crystals or something other? Is that other more precise than Quartz crystal?
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If you just mean a watch with a digital display (as opposed to an Apple watch or something like that) They still use quartz crystals. Quartz crystal watches are very accurate, easy to manufacture, and affordable. The “digital” part of digital watch only means that the time is *displayed* on a digital screen. The actual timekeeping mechanism is the same.*
*Again, unless you have something like an Apple watch or other smart watch that connects to the internet or data network.
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