Post by cenydd on Sept 5, 2013 10:52:30 GMT
Samsung has unveiled a smartwatch with a colour screen that can show alerts, be used for voice calls and run apps.
The Galaxy Gear had been highly anticipated since the firm is currently the world's best-selling smartphone maker and has beaten Microsoft, Apple and Google to unveil such a device.
Samsung called it a "fashion icon".
However, analysts warned that a decision to limit the watch to working as an accessory to other Galaxy Android devices might limit its appeal.
Samsung has previously said growth in the sales of its handsets was slowing, so investors are eager to see if it can find another successful product.
The Galaxy Gear had been highly anticipated since the firm is currently the world's best-selling smartphone maker and has beaten Microsoft, Apple and Google to unveil such a device.
Samsung called it a "fashion icon".
However, analysts warned that a decision to limit the watch to working as an accessory to other Galaxy Android devices might limit its appeal.
Samsung has previously said growth in the sales of its handsets was slowing, so investors are eager to see if it can find another successful product.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-23961692
I guess it was an inevitable development for them, but I can't say that any of the 'smartwatches' out there have made me think that I need one yet!