Microsoft reportedly developing its own smartwatch

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Looks like Microsoft doesn’t want to be too far behind in the wearable tech game. According to a Forbes report, Microsoft is also joining the smartwatch market with Kinect engineers working on the project as well. The device will reportedly be like a life tracker and collect health information around the clock. It will be compatible not just with Windows Phone but with Android and iOS as well. It might look similar to Samsung’s Gear Fit and have a color touchscreen. Battery life is said to last for around two days.

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