Google has officially confirmed that its Wear OS Clock app will soon disappear from all smartwatches that aren’t part of the Pixel family. The announcement, shared on a Wear OS support thread, marks another step in Google’s strategy to separate Pixel-exclusive experiences from the broader Wear OS ecosystem. What’s Changing If you own a Pixel…
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Google Clock app on Wear OS now limited to Pixel Watch
It looks like Google has quietly pulled support for the Google Clock app on Wear OS smartwatches outside of its own Pixel Watch. This change means popular devices from Samsung, OnePlus, and other brands are now left out. The Google Clock app handles essentials like alarms, timers, and stopwatches. On the Pixel Watch, it’s the…
Google Retires Its Wear OS Weather App – What It Means for Your Smartwatch
If you’ve been relying on Google’s official Weather app for Wear OS, there’s some important news: Google has quietly pulled the app from the Play Store. That means no new installs are possible, though anyone who already has it on their watch can keep using it—for now. A Short History of Google’s Weather on the…
Google Pixel Watch 4: What’s Really New
Google has just unveiled the Pixel Watch 4, and it’s the most ambitious update yet to its smartwatch lineup. With a brighter edge-to-edge display, longer battery life, true repairability, and even satellite SOS for emergencies, this isn’t just a small refresh—it’s a major leap that pushes Wear OS into new territory. Design & Display: Sleeker,…
Google Play Store Now Warns About Battery-Draining Watch Faces
Google is rolling out a helpful new feature that could save your Wear OS watch’s battery life. The Play Store now displays warnings on watch face listings that are known battery drainers. What’s New in Play Store 47.7 The latest Play Store update introduces warning messages on watch face detail pages that highlight apps likely…
Wear OS Smartwatches to Officially Receive Gemini
Google is doubling down on its AI integration, with CEO Sundar Pichai announcing during Alphabet’s Q1 2025 earnings call that the advanced Gemini AI assistant will officially be coming to Wear OS smartwatches later this year. This confirms long-standing rumors and marks a significant shift, as Gemini will replace the current Google Assistant on these…
Galaxy Watch 7: Now Kid-Friendly
Samsung and Google have partnered to transform the Galaxy Watch 7 LTE into a robust and secure smartwatch experience for kids. This new “Galaxy Watch for Kids” mode empowers parents with extensive control over their child’s smartwatch usage. During initial setup, parents can configure the Galaxy Watch 7 LTE to function as a standalone device…
Google is introducing this feature from Apple Watch to Wear OS smartwatches.
Google has initiated the rollout of a new update for Wear OS smartwatches, featuring numerous enhancements, including the latest version of Google Play Services (v24.18). Among the updates is a new functionality dubbed School Time, designed to assist parents in effectively overseeing and regulating their child’s smartwatch activities. Notably, a comparable feature is already accessible…
Samsung and Google are gearing up for the development of Wear OS 5, which will be built upon Android 14
The upcoming iteration of Wear OS is expected to arrive possibly within this year, as Samsung and Google collaborate on preparing an update to Wear OS 5 based on Android 14. Previously, significant updates to Wear OS were infrequent. For instance, Wear OS 2.2, which was based on Android 9, was introduced in 2018 and…
No Screen Repairs for Google Pixel Watch
Should you happen to damage your Pixel Watch’s screen unintentionally, your most viable course of action is to opt for a replacement rather than attempting to mend the fractured screen. This week, Google affirmed that there is currently no established repair initiative in effect for the screen of the Pixel Watch, despite the fact that…
