Smartwatches are stealing the spotlight at Baselworld, the annual conference in Switzerland for watchmakers and jewelers. CNET Update covers the latest high-tech in high-fashion, including TAG Heuer’s upcoming Android Wear watch and a smartband from Gucci and Will.i.am. But not all smartwatches have screens. The Frederique Constant Horological Smartwatch has a normal watch face, but inside it’s tracking steps and sleep:
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