Congolese-based VMK to assemble first smartwatch in Africa


Congolese-based device manufacturer, VMK has announced that it would be assembling the Africa edition of Omate’s Racer smart watch, including future mobile devices at its soon-to-be-launched factory in the Republic of Congo. VMK designed the first tablet in Africa back in 2012 and has since released three smartphones. [Via: Engadget]

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