Foxconn to take part in the latest wave of wearable technology

Abstract: According to foreign media July 1, Foxconn CEO Terry Gou said at the annual shareholder meeting that the company will also participate in the latest wearable technology wave, he also showed a can monitor the health of users, and with smartphones synchronized wrist strap. Fuji

According to foreign media July 1, Foxconn CEO Terry Gou said at the annual shareholder meeting that the company would also be involved in the latest wearable technology, and he also showed a wrist strap that could monitor the health of users and sync with smartphones.

Foxconn CEO shows smart wrist strap targeting wearable products market

Mr Gou says the wrist strap monitors the user's blood pressure, heart rate, and even the mood of the user, and displays the data on the user's smartphone. It is unclear when the technology will be brought to market, but Mr Gou says the wrist strap's technology can be used on smart watches.

"The phone has a big screen, so you should put it in your pocket, a lot of information just look at the watch." Watches can also monitor your health. "he said.

Foxconn has been working for Apple's iphone and ipad, but is also serving Amazon, Sony and Microsoft. Although Foxconn is best known for its manufacturing operations, Mr Gou says the company is also focused on research and innovation. Foxconn plans to hire 5000 to 10,000 software engineers in Taiwan. In addition, the company will train some of China's employees into technical personnel.