Sony Mobile Communications is reportedly in talks with Taiwan-based ODMs for possible production of its smart wearable devices, including smartwatches and smart bands, in addition to current production of smartphones, according to sources at local ODMs.

Sony Mobile dissolved its R&D team for wearable devices in Sweden recently and switched the R&D projects to its team in Tokyo, said the sources. But in order to expand its product portfolios and further enhance its competitiveness, the vendor is considering deepening its outsourcing policy.

Sony Mobile is likely to outsource its entry-level SmartBand series products to Taiwan-based ODMs initially, indicated the sources.