Rumors of Apple building a watch-like device have existed since time
immemorial -- they've built up the same near-mythical status that the
iPhone did
pre-2007, or a
TV set does today. The
New York Times,
however, claims that the watch concept exists as more than just some
fan art. Reportedly, Apple has been "experimenting" with wrist-wearable
devices that would run iOS and use
curved glass. Other details are left to feverish speculation, although the OS choice suggests it would be more than just a glorified
iPod nano watch.
Before we get too excited, we'd do well to remember that any testing in
a design lab doesn't equate to production plans: the company might well
scrap its work before it ever becomes public, if it's indeed real to
start with. Still, there have been enough advances in flexible displays
and miniaturization that the notion of connected, wearable Apple gear is
no longer as far-fetched as it once seemed.
Update: Not to be left out, the
Wall Street Journal has made a similar
claim.
It adds that Apple has explored possibilities with its contract
manufacturer Foxconn, although there's not much more to learn at this
stage.
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