Google to battle Apple and Samsung in smartwatch market

Google appears to be gearing up to enter the emerging smartwatch market, challenging Pebble, Apple and its Android partner Samsung.

The Financial Times reports speculation that Google is working on a smartwatch within its Android unit.

The search and mobile giant currently holds patents on key smartwatch features, including cameras, flip-up displays and tactile user interfaces.

Google has not confirmed speculation about the device.

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