Rumor: Microsoft smartwatch coming in October, features 11 sensors and supports multiple platforms

Forget about that idea we mentioned the other day, about Microsoft sitting back and collecting royalty fees on smartwatch patents, while others do the heavy lifting. A new rumor has just started spreading about Microsoft's entrant into the smartwatch business. According to the speculation, the timepiece will carry 11 sensors, support multiple platforms, and feature a display on the underside of the band. Some of you watch wearers do find it easier to turn your palm up, to look at the time.



Instead of going with a larger rectangular display like the LG G Watch, or a circular one like the ...