Editor's Pick: Rise of the Smartwatch

Rise of the Smartwatch

Rob Enderle 09/15/14 6:57 AM PT

Taken separately, last week's announcements from Apple, Intel and T- Mobile were impressive. Intel and T-Mobile basically announced they were going to explode the existing mobile market, changing it dramatically from what it is today. Apple embraced some slow-moving technologies, which should speed them up dramatically. Frankly, I don't think what Apple announced is in the same league, but it will have a big impact and drive change into the market. Of these three news-making companies, Intel is setting up to provide the biggest impact by far. [More...]

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