Apple Hires Former Atlas Wearables Lead Software Engineer

As you probably know, Apple is expected to release its long-anticipated iWatch later this year. This means that the work on the smartwatch is at its most active stage. Many specialists are now trying to make the would-be device as good as possible.

According to the latest rumors, the guys from Cupertino have recently hired a new developer who previously worked at Atlas Wearables. His name is Alex Hsieh.

As reported by Network World (via 9to5Mac), its [Apple's] latest hiring is Alex Hsieh, who served as the lead software engineer at startup Atlas Wearables as recently as last month. Hsieh is now a firmware developer at Apple, according to his LinkedIn profile.

Apple's smartwatch will feature at least 10 sensors capable of monitoring your health, a curved screen and wireless charging. As to the release date, it I still unknown, however, people familiar with the matter say the iWatch will be unveiled in October.

[via iDownloadBlog]