Rumor has it that Facebook is preparing a smartwatch



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Facebook reportedly targeted 2022 for the launch of a smartwatch that the social media giant already has in development, with the device set to present various links to its messaging platforms.

Technological publication Information He claimed Facebook was already in the process of creating the wearable device, which would be another foray into the hugely competitive consumer device segment after its Oculus range of VR headsets and Portal video chat camera system.

Sources said Information The smartwatch will likely include standard health and fitness tracking apps along with links to other Facebook services. This includes allowing messages to be sent and received on WhatsApp and Messenger.

In addition to the reported smartwatch, the company is also working on smart glasses in collaboration with eyewear giant Luxottica. When the couple announced the partnership in 2020, they cited this year as a tentative release date.

Despite attempts to diversify the business into consumer hardware, 98 percent of Facebook’s revenue in 2020 came from advertising on its platforms.

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