Nissan unveils NISMO smartwatch concept, performance for your wrist

Following Samsung's reveal of its Galaxy Gear smartwatch, the world awaits Apple's foray into the wearable technology space. Oddly, the next smartwatch hitting the headlines doesn't hail from Silicon Valley, but from a Japanese automaker. Today at the Frankfurt auto show, Nissan unveiled its NISMO smartwatch concept -- a device that promises to connect driver to car in an unprecedented way.

Nissan has been keen to bulk up its NISMO performance arm, much like AMG with Mercedes. With Japan's second-largest carmaker increasing its sporting breath -- including a NISMO version of its manic GT-R down to a mildly hopped up Juke -- the racy side of Nissan seeks exposure. Who thought it would come in the form of a watch?