While we don’t love to report on rumors around here, without question the elephant in the room of wearable devices is Apple’s forthcoming watch/band. It seems like the cloak of secrecy will finally be lifted at the company’s September 9th iPhone event. Extremely little is known about the rumored device, but Apple has been on a hiring spree over the past few years. They have hired medical sensor experts, key members of Nike’s Sports Band team, and high ranking luxury fashion personnel. Similar to the original iPhone, it seems Apple is poised to announce the product months before shipping in an effort to stem leaked information from the supply chain and FCC. iOS 8 is believed to be integral to the wearable, with technologies such as HealthKit and HomeKit rumored to be tightly integrated. Handoff and Continuity, both new with iOS 8, could also prove important. Let us know what you think the announcement will bring in the comments.
