Google has rolled out an intriguing new update for the Pixel Watch. Even when the battery is drained and the low-battery indicator is flashing, users can press the crown to view the time in digital format. The update is being distributed to all Pixel Watch models running Wear OS 3.5, with the rollout having begun…
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OpenAI on Your Wrist: GPT Comes to WearOS with WearGPT
Are you interested in using OpenAI’s GPT language model on your wearOS watch? You can now do so with the innovative WearGPT app. Although it is still in the early stages of development, the app is fully functional on most wearOS watches, including the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and newer models. With this app, you…
TAG Heuer’s Connected Smartwatches Get an Upgrade with Google’s Latest Platform
In the autumn of last year, Google’s Wear OS 3.5 was hailed as the most significant update for Android-based smartwatches yet, citing features such as faster app loading times, Fitbit-powered fitness tracking, a revamped interface, and more. However, despite these improvements, few smartwatch manufacturers embraced the new OS, with only the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4,…
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Enables Enhanced SmartThings Control for European Users
Samsung has initiated the deployment of upgraded SmartThings capabilities to its Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 4 devices in Europe, enabling users to access the same level of control as those in the US, with a particular focus on expanding the range of device types that can be controlled from the watch. As a…
Google’s New Policy Changes Make Big Improvements to the Look of Wear OS 3 Apps
In a blog post, the company has revealed new suggestions aimed at improving the quality of apps for Wear OS and their presentation on the Google Play Store. These guidelines will come into effect on August 31, after the release of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and potentially Wear OS 4.0, and developers have a…
How to fix the latest bug (Server error) on Samsung Galaxy watches that prohibits installing watch faces
By now multiple users using the Samsung Galaxy 5 variants reported that although they purchased and installed watch faces from me before without problems, with my latest creations they encounter a new type of error when the watch after installing the app reports that there is a “Server error” and because of this the watch…
Google launches Wallet and Pay on Wear OS to more countries
Last year, Google expanded its Pay service to more countries alongside the launch of Google Wallet. However, the compatibility of the service was largely limited to the Android phone app version, with wearables receiving little support. Google has now announced that several countries will be able to use Google Pay with Wear OS, allowing for…
Xiaomi is reportedly entering the smartwatch market with a Wear OS 3 device, potentially putting them in direct competition with Samsung.
Xiaomi is reportedly working on a Wear OS 3 smartwatch, following in the footsteps of Samsung’s Galaxy Watch series, which is considered one of the best smartwatch lineups for Android users. While Xiaomi’s existing smartwatches, such as the Watch S1 and S1 Pro, run on its proprietary MIUI Watch OS, the company could adopt Google’s…
Fall detection is now available on Pixel Watches
All users of Pixel Watches can now access Google’s much-awaited fall detection feature, which was announced today. This functionality utilizes machine learning and motion sensors to determine if the user has experienced a significant fall and to connect them with the appropriate assistance if necessary. This feature is similar to Apple’s fall detection feature, which…
Google’s New Wear OS 3 Accessibility Features: Color and Sound Modes
Google has recently announced helpful accessibility features for Wear OS 3 users, including new color and sound modes. These updates are part of Google’s spring feature dump and offer more choices for users to personalize their smartwatch experience. One of the new features is a mono-audio mode, which allows users to turn off stereo sound…