Google Assistant on Wear OS is getting a new Tile feature.
The Tile will show suggested Assistant queries and shortcuts.
Wear OS 2 watches will lose access to Google Assistant.
Google's second Pixel Watch, the Pixel Watch 2, will come pre-installed with Android 13 (Wear OS 4) and will feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chip. The new smartwatch is rumored to have a lightweight aluminum body and a slightly larger battery capacity compared to its predecessor.
Samsung's One UI Watch 5 update brings new features to older Wear OS Galaxy smartwatches, including the ability to organize apps in folders for improved accessibility and organization.
The Wear OS 4 update for Samsung's Galaxy Watch series introduces the ability to create app folders within the app drawer, allowing for better organization and ease of use. However, it is uncertain if this feature will be included in Google's Wear OS 4 update.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic and Google Pixel Watch are both excellent smartwatches, with the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic offering superior features like a sapphire crystal display and better battery life, while the Pixel Watch may be more appealing for lighter users at a discounted price.
Renowned leaker Roland Quandt has revealed that Huawei's upcoming Watch GT 4 series will come in two styles and sizes with advanced fitness tracking capabilities, and is expected to start at €249.
The Garmin Vivoactive 4 is a durable and stylish smartwatch that is currently on sale for 42% off on Amazon, offering a range of health and fitness features including coaching, animated workouts, heart rate monitoring, incident detection, and music downloads, with a battery life of up to eight days in Smartwatch mode.
Apple has announced that watchOS 10, which includes new features such as widgets, redesigned system apps, and advanced workout features, will be available starting September 18 for Apple Watch Series 4 and newer models.
The Huawei Watch 4/Watch 4 Pro offers non-invasive blood glucose monitoring, while the Apple Watch Ultra is a top-end watch with a durable titanium exterior and extended battery life; the rumored Google Pixel Watch 2 may feature an enhanced version of the Body Response stress detection system; the Amazfit Cheetah incorporates generative AI coaching, and the Fitbit Ace 4 is designed as a fitness tracker watch for children; finally, the Citizen Smart Touchscreen Gen-2 is an AI-assisted watch powered by IBM's Watson AI engine.
Huawei's Watch GT 4 is the company’s most accomplished smartwatch yet, featuring a fashion-focused design and an impressive set of features that rival the best Android smartwatches on the market.
The Apple Watch has transitioned from a luxury fashion accessory to a highly popular health and fitness tracker, leading the global smartwatch market with 22% of shipments in Q2 2023.
Apple has unveiled the Apple Watch Series 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2, both equipped with new features and improvements, including a new Double Tap gesture and a new processor, to compete with other rugged smartwatches such as Samsung's Galaxy Watch 5 Pro and Garmin's Venu 3.
Xiaomi's upcoming Watch 2 Pro, which is based on Wear OS, will be available with optional LTE or in a cheaper Bluetooth and Wi-Fi-only model, with European prices ranging from €249.99 to €329.99.
Samsung's dominance in the smartwatch market may soon be challenged by upcoming Wear OS-based smartwatches from Google, OnePlus, and Xiaomi, including the Google Pixel Watch 2 with improved hardware and features like a skin temperature sensor.
The Galaxy Watch 6 is the first smartwatch with WearOS 4 and offers a range of features, making it a smooth operator.
Garmin is expected to release the Vivoactive 5, a new smartwatch with an AMOLED display and improved battery life, making it a strong contender against the Apple Watch Series 9.
Nothing has released its first smartwatch, the CMF Watch Pro, which boasts a long battery life, AMOLED display, and modern features, although it lacks a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset or access to third-party apps.
Fitbit is releasing the Charge 6, a fitness tracker with improved heart rate tracking and deep integration with Google apps, aiming to provide health and fitness features at a more affordable price than smartwatches like the Google Pixel Watch, Apple Watch, or Samsung Galaxy Watch.
The Galaxy Watch 5, available at a discounted price on Amazon, is a solid choice for Android users looking for a feature-rich smartwatch without breaking the bank.
The Pixel Watch 2, announced at Google's Made by Google event, offers improved health and fitness tracking, longer battery life, better integration with Google services, and is made with 100% recycled aluminum. It also features advanced sensors for heart-rate and blood oxygenation monitoring, automatic workout tracking, heart zone training, and AI capabilities for insight into your health data. The watch uses Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear 5100 chip for better power efficiency and has a bigger battery, promising all-day battery life. Pre-orders for the Pixel Watch 2 are available now, starting at $349.
Google has released a dedicated Gmail app for Wear OS, allowing users to manage their inbox directly on their smartwatch, but there is no indication that it will be available for the Apple Watch.
Google has confirmed that the original Pixel Watch will receive the Wear OS 4 update later this year, alongside the formal launch of Wear OS 4 with the Pixel Watch 2.
Google has announced that the original Pixel Watch will be receiving the Wear OS 4 update later this year, which includes features such as the ability to transfer the watch to a new phone and revamped Tiles; however, the exact release date for the new OS is currently unknown.
Google is set to launch the Pixel Watch 2, which will include several new watch faces and come with support for Wear OS 4 out of the box.
Wear OS 4 will introduce new safety features to the original Pixel Watch, including emergency sharing, safety check, and the ability to add medical information, while Auto Call Screen will be available on both generations of the Pixel Watch.
The Google Pixel Watch 2 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 are both strong contenders in the smartwatch market, with the Pixel Watch 2 offering modern fitness and health tech while the Galaxy Watch 5 provides a powerful alternative with multiple health sensors and a matured feature set.
Google Calendar has officially launched for Wear OS, providing smartwatch users with access to their daily schedules, location details for events, notes, notifications, and more, though it does not allow for event or task creation.
The Pixel Watch 2 offers incremental improvements over its predecessor, with a focus on health tracking and integration with the Fitbit platform, but lacks compelling features to justify an upgrade from the original model, making it one of the best smartwatches available but not a significant leap forward.
The Google Pixel Watch 2 has been announced with improved specs and features, but the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 remains the overall winner in terms of design, display, fitness tracking, and software.
The Pixel Watch 2 with Wear OS 4 introduces a new feature where a single tap on the always-on display (AOD) instantly launches a complication, improving battery life and offering a quicker way to access apps and functions.
The Pixel Watch 2 offers easier access to ADB and fastboot through a charging puck with USB data, along with upgrades such as a Snapdragon W5 processor, longer battery life, lighter weight, and potential for device customization through continuous updates for Wear OS 4.
Qualcomm and Google are partnering to develop a RISC-V based chipset for next-generation Wear OS smartwatches, potentially offering cost savings and an alternative to the dominant Arm architecture.
Google is rolling out Wear OS 4 to the original Pixel Watch, featuring backup and restore capabilities, pre-installed Google Calendar, personal safety features, enhanced customization, and improved notifications.
Google is releasing Wear OS 4 for the Pixel Watch, bringing new features like Google Calendar, enhanced notifications, and Safety Check, although the Safety Signal feature is exclusive to the Pixel Watch 2.
The Wear OS 4 update for the Pixel Watch lacks some features, including certain watch faces and the ability to sync Do Not Disturb and Bedtime mode status between the watch and phone, but it does bring over features like Google One backup, watch transfer, and Personal Safety features.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is the premier Android smartwatch with a long-lasting battery, great fitness features, and extensive smartphone connectivity, while the Google Pixel Watch 2 offers Fitbit-level features and a unique design but falls short in battery life compared to the Galaxy Watch 6.
Xiaomi has announced the upcoming release of the Xiaomi Watch S3, a new smartwatch with an innovative and customizable design, alongside the Xiaomi 14 series, featuring an interchangeable bezel and the HyperOS operating system.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has become the author's preferred running companion due to its improved features, consolidated fitness tech market, and overall wearability, with virtual pacing, adventuring features, and the ability to function as a cycling computer.
Xiaomi has launched the Watch S3 in China, featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, 12-channel heart rate sensor, dual-band GPS, NFC chip, and a 486 mAh battery with up to 15 days of battery life, but it is uncertain if the smartwatch will be available globally.