Last year, Mobvoi unveiled the TicWatch Pro 5, showcasing its dual display technology, the latest Snapdragon processor, and remarkable battery longevity. Building upon last year’s solid foundation, the TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro refines the design by slimming down the device, redesigning the crown, and fine-tuning the software. Like its predecessor, Mobvoi has crafted an impressive…
Category: Wear OS
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…
Fossil is discontinuing its production of smartwatches but will continue to provide support for existing models for the time being
Previously, Fossil appeared to be more dedicated to Wear OS smartwatches than either Google or Samsung. However, the company has now confirmed its exit from the smartwatch market, ceasing production of any new models. According to Fossil spokesperson Amanda Castelli speaking to The Verge, this decision was strategic and driven by the significant evolution of…
Samsung aims for the development of non-intrusive methods for monitoring blood glucose levels and blood pressure
Samsung has given a strong indication of its efforts towards incorporating non-invasive blood glucose monitoring and blood pressure tracking in upcoming wearables. In a conversation with Bloomberg, Hon Pak, the company’s mobile digital health chief, implied that there’s a substantial investment underway for the development of next-generation health features. “If we can achieve continuous blood…
The Google Pixel Watch 2 may soon encounter fresh competition from the OnePlus Watch 2
OnePlus enthusiasts who were anticipating the launch of a smartwatch alongside the OnePlus 12 series on January 23 found themselves puzzled when the wearable failed to make an appearance. However, there’s no need to worry as the wait is nearly over! According to reports, the highly anticipated OnePlus Watch 2 is set to be unveiled…
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…
Mobvoi Unveils Wear OS 3 Update: A Game-Changing Experience for TicWatch Users
In a highly anticipated move, Mobvoi has officially announced the impending release of the Wear OS 3 update, promising a significant enhancement to the TicWatch user experience. This eagerly awaited development is a testament to Mobvoi’s ongoing commitment to delivering cutting-edge services to its valued users. The Wear OS 3 update will be rolled out…
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…
Xiaomi’s First foray into Wear OS Resembles Galaxy Watch, MIUI Skin Expected
Xiaomi has a history in the smartwatch industry, having previously favored lightweight operating systems over Google’s Wear OS. This approach allowed them to offer wearables with extended battery life, albeit with limitations in terms of app availability and services, especially outside of China. However, there are indications that this approach could be evolving, as rumors…