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One to watch

Once a staple of science fiction, watch phones are set to become more widespread. Mobile network operator Orange began selling the LG watch phone at its Bond Street store in central London today.

The phone has a cool retro 70s look and was one of the most interesting products at the big mobile shindig, the Mobile World Congress, in Barcelona this February. The phone costs £500.

People queued to be first to own one when the store opened at 8am. The watch phone has a touch sensitive screen, and can take voice commands of the “Call Bob” variety. LG also makes a watch phone for high-fashion brand Prada.