It seems like tech companies all want a slice of the wearables market, and Microsoft is no exception. Microsoft expert Paul Thurrott reports on Supersite for Windows that the company will release in fall a fitness band similar to Samsung’s Gear Fit. It is said to be able to display smartphone-based notifications, though the main role of the wearable is for health and fitness tracking. Interestingly enough, Thurrott says that_Microsoft is seeking to stand out with this fitness band by making it work with Android, iOS and Windows Phone. This cross-platform support is something that its competitors haven’t approached_yet. Otherwise,...

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