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Michael Kors invests in technology for latest smartwatch launch

Wearable technology continues to pervade the fashion sphere, with Michael Kors, Fossil and Q Venture all launching new smartwatches over the last week. The Michael Kors watch in particular offers more technology than other smartwatches offered by fashion brands. Often seen as a trend, fashion smartwatches offer little capability when it comes to...

Business

Fitbit confirms assets acquisition of Pebble

London - Although the abandonment rate of wearables remains high, that has not deterred wearable device maker Fitbit from acquiring the intellectual property, personnel and software of Pebble, smartwatch manufacturer. Fitbit confirmed it had acquired specific assets from Pebble Wednesday morning, including key personnel, intellectual property...

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Lenovo reveals first 'smart shoes' and smart watch

London - Although the market for wearable technology is still very much in its infancy, the launch of the Apple Watch has undoubtedly given the industry a boost, causing other technological firms such as Lenovo counter with its own smart-gear. At the first annual Lenovo Tech World conference held in Beijing on Wednesday and Thursday, Lenovo...

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Franc surge casts shadow on Geneva's luxury watch fair

Geneva's luxury watch show where shop owners search out such brands as Cartier and Piaget opened Monday under a cloud as the franc surged after the Swiss central bank abandoned its bid to hold down its value. The fair in Geneva, attracting only professionals, aims to draw 14,000 visitors in just four days from the world over. On opening day,...

Fashion

'Apple Watch is the most personal device we’ve ever created'

“It's an extremely precise and customisable timepiece. It' s an intimate way to connect and communicate. It's a comprehensive health and fitness companion,” said Apple's chief executive officer Tim Cook to a standing ovation as the tech company unveiled itfirst foray into the wearable technology arena. “It will redefine what people expect from a...