|
. | . |
|
by Staff Writers New York (AFP) Feb 11, 2013 Apple is testing a watch-like device which could perform some smartphone functions, US media reports said Monday. The New York Times reported that the maker of iPhones and iPads is experimenting with a curved-glass device, which could incorporate a bendable display glass developed by US manufacturer Corning. The Times, which quoted sources who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the device would likely use Apple's iOS platform which is incorporated on the iPhone and iPad. Although details were not clear, the report said the watch could be used for mobile payments using Apple's Passbook software. The Wall Street Journal said, meanwhile, that Apple has discussed such a device with its manufacturing partner Foxconn of Taiwan as it explores product categories beyond the smartphone and tablet. The device, if confirmed, would be part of an emerging category of wearable devices which can connect to networks, usually through a smartphone. Several smart watches using the Google Android platform were shown at the Consumer Electronic Show earlier this year. Other wearable devices can be used for health and fitness monitoring. Apple did not immediately respond to an AFP query on the latest reports.
Related Links Satellite-based Internet technologies
|
|
The content herein, unless otherwise known to be public domain, are Copyright 1995-2014 - Space Media Network. AFP, UPI and IANS news wire stories are copyright Agence France-Presse, United Press International and Indo-Asia News Service. ESA Portal Reports are copyright European Space Agency. All NASA sourced material is public domain. Additional copyrights may apply in whole or part to other bona fide parties. Advertising does not imply endorsement,agreement or approval of any opinions, statements or information provided by Space Media Network on any Web page published or hosted by Space Media Network. Privacy Statement |