According to unconfirmed reports on Wednesday, Samsung will launch the heavily-tipped Galaxy Gear smartwatch during its Unpacked event early next month.
Sammobile, the often reliable independent Samsung site, claims it has information confirming the company will introduce its precursor to the Apple iWatch alongside the Galaxy Note 3 on September 4.
The so-called SM-V700 Galaxy Gear - a potential name that has emerged in various Samsung trademark filings - had previously been tipped to arrive at the event by sources in the company's Korean homeland.
The Unpacked event will take place in Berlin, German on the eve of the annual IFA technology show and should a launch be forthcoming, allow enthusiasts and reporters to get their hands on the device.
Wristy business
Previous rumours have pegged the device as a wearable companion for the company's much-loved range of Galaxy devices.
In terms of specs, recent patent filings from Samsung have hinted at a flexible AMOLED screen that wraps around the wrist, along with a built-in microphone and USB charging port. However, little else is known.
Should it be revealed alongside the Note 3 - which is all but confirmed for the event - observers will likely be briefed on how the two devices would interact with each other.
Right now, we'd take all talk of a September 4 launch date with a large enough pinch of salt to wipe out the world's snail population, but talk is certainly hotting up ahead of one of the biggest tech events of the year.
Source : techradar[dot]com
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