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Galaxy Watch9 Duo Leaks Point to Boxier Design, Slimmer Ultra 2, and One UI 9 Watch
technology2 hours ago

Galaxy Watch9 Duo Leaks Point to Boxier Design, Slimmer Ultra 2, and One UI 9 Watch

Rumors claim Samsung’s Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 will launch with new bands, colors, and faces under One UI 9 Watch on Wear OS 7. The Watch9 is expected to be boxier, the Ultra 2 to feature thinner bezels and a redesigned side-button area, with the orange button now having an orange outline. No Classic model this year. Colors for the Watch9 include beige, black with a bluish band, and silver with a green band; straps appear largely the same aside from the Hole row. Samsung is tipped to unveil them July 22 at a Galaxy Unpacked in London alongside the Z Fold8/Ultra and Z Flip8. The Ultra 2 may sport an 800 mAh battery, while the Watch9 could have a 400 mAh cell.

Scuba Find Resurrects Unreleased Pixel Watch 5 Prototype From Caribbean Waters
technology20 days ago

Scuba Find Resurrects Unreleased Pixel Watch 5 Prototype From Caribbean Waters

An unreleased Google Pixel Watch 5 prototype was found underwater off St. Martin by a scuba diver after a Google employee dropped it; it's being returned to its owner amid social-media buzz, with rumors noting the Pixel Watch 5’s circular design, 41mm/45mm options, Sapphire-crystal display, OLED with up to 3,000 nits, and WearOS 7, possibly powered by Google's 'NPT' Tensor chip or Qualcomm's W5 Gen 3.

OnePlus Watch 4 Debuts in Titanium, Promising 16‑Day Battery Life
technology2 months ago

OnePlus Watch 4 Debuts in Titanium, Promising 16‑Day Battery Life

OnePlus announces the Watch 4 with a titanium case and sapphire glass, running Wear OS with Google apps. It uses a 646 mAh battery and claims up to 16 days of endurance in power-saving mode (about five days under normal use). The device includes ECG (China only at the moment) along with heart rate, SpO2, and skin temperature sensors, over 100 sport modes, and is powered by a Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 with a BES 2800 co‑processor. Pricing isn’t listed on OnePlus’ site, but AliExpress lists it around $342.

Google Gemini Expands to Samsung Galaxy Watches and Wear OS Devices
technology11 months ago

Google Gemini Expands to Samsung Galaxy Watches and Wear OS Devices

Google Gemini AI has been rolled out to the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 series and is expanding to older Galaxy Watch models, but only for devices running the latest One UI 8 Watch interface on Wear OS 4 or newer. The app is available for download on older watches, though it currently doesn't replace the older Google Assistant on devices with earlier software versions. Samsung is gradually updating its Galaxy Watch series with One UI 8 Watch beta, including the Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro, with plans for the Galaxy Watch6 and Watch7.

Wear OS 5.1 Preview Unveils Android 15 Features and Watch Speaker Playback
technology1 year ago

Wear OS 5.1 Preview Unveils Android 15 Features and Watch Speaker Playback

Google is testing media playback directly from the built-in speakers of Android smartwatches in the upcoming Wear OS 5.1 update, which is based on Android 15. This feature will allow users to play music and podcasts without Bluetooth, provided their device supports it. The update also includes support for credential managers. However, Pixel Watch users will have to wait until March next year for this capability, as the next software update is scheduled for then.

OnePlus Watch 3 Set for Global Debut with OnePlus 13 Series
technology1 year ago

OnePlus Watch 3 Set for Global Debut with OnePlus 13 Series

OnePlus is set to launch the OnePlus Watch 3 internationally alongside the OnePlus 13 and 13R smartphones. The Watch 3 is expected to run on Google's Wear OS, similar to its predecessors, the Watch 2 and 2R, which were released earlier this year. While details about the Watch 3's features are still under wraps, its release is anticipated to coincide with the global launch of the OnePlus 13 series.

Pixel Watch's Next Major Update Delayed to March 2025
technology1 year ago

Pixel Watch's Next Major Update Delayed to March 2025

Google has announced that the latest update for the Pixel Watch series, including models 1, 2, and 3, will be the last until March 2025. The November update resumes the Wear OS 5 rollout for earlier models and provides a security patch for the Pixel Watch 3. Google has not disclosed the reason for the delay in updates, leading to speculation about potential issues with Wear OS 5 or alignment with the Android 16 schedule. Users are advised to enjoy the current update as no further updates will be available for the next few months.

Pixel Watch Receives November Update Amidst Wear OS 5 Rollout
technology1 year ago

Pixel Watch Receives November Update Amidst Wear OS 5 Rollout

Google has resumed the rollout of the Wear OS 5 update for the Pixel Watch series, including the Pixel Watch 1, 2, and 3, after pausing due to issues that caused devices to brick or display blank screens. The November update, confirmed by Google and scheduled by Verizon, includes security patches and fixes for various bugs, such as watch face loading issues and Bluetooth connection problems. The update is identified by build number AW2A.241105.012.

"OnePlus Watch 2 Unveiled with 100-Hour Battery Life Ahead of MWC 2024 Launch"
technology2 years ago

"OnePlus Watch 2 Unveiled with 100-Hour Battery Life Ahead of MWC 2024 Launch"

OnePlus has revealed its new smartwatch, the Watch 2, boasting up to 100 hours of battery life in Smart mode and set to be launched at MWC 2024. The watch features a stainless steel chassis, sapphire crystal watch face, and comes in Black Steel and Radiant Steel colorways. It is expected to run on WearOS, departing from its predecessor's RTOS. OnePlus aims to redefine the concept of a flagship smartwatch and transition into an "ecosystem builder."

"2023 Pixel Ecosystem: Stepping Up with Pixel Watch and Buds Pro"
technology2 years ago

"2023 Pixel Ecosystem: Stepping Up with Pixel Watch and Buds Pro"

Google's wearable tech, the Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds Pro, received significant updates in 2023. The Pixel Buds Pro now feature spatial audio with head tracking, a 5-band EQ, and Bluetooth Super Wideband when paired with Pixel 8 devices, among other improvements. Google also introduced a web app for Chromebook users to manage their Pixel Buds Pro settings. The Pixel Watch's updates included Fall Detection, SpO2 tracking, and advanced health features surpassing the Fitbit Sense 2. Both devices saw app enhancements, with notable updates to Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Maps, and YouTube Music for Wear OS. Despite aggressive holiday discounts on the Pixel Buds Pro, recent software updates suggest Google is still invested in the current hardware, potentially hinting at a different market segment for future headphones.

technology3 years ago

Google's June Feature Drop brings new features to Android and Wear OS.

Google has announced new features for Android-based smartphones, tablets, and WearOS smartwatches, including a new reading experience for the Google Play Books & Audiobooks app, three new widgets, Spotify for WearOS, more public transportation support in Google Wallet, Google Keep for WearOS, new themed emoji mixes in Emoji Kitchen, and a dark web report feature for Google Accounts in the U.S. These features will be introduced throughout the year within regular updates.

Facebook Messenger App for Apple Watch to be Discontinued by Meta
technology3 years ago

Facebook Messenger App for Apple Watch to be Discontinued by Meta

Meta is discontinuing its Messenger app for Apple Watch on May 31, but users can still receive notifications on their watch. The move is unclear, but Messenger joins other platforms that have sunsetted their Apple Watch apps. Meanwhile, WhatsApp is working on a native WearOS app, and users can now link their smartwatch to the beta version of the app. Meta has also been testing the ability for users to access their Messenger inbox within the Facebook app, reversing a decision made in 2016.

"Mobvoi's TicWatch Pro 5: Major Upgrades and Full Specs Leaked"
technology3 years ago

"Mobvoi's TicWatch Pro 5: Major Upgrades and Full Specs Leaked"

A recent leak reveals that the TicWatch Pro 5, the next WearOS-powered smartwatch from Mobvoi, will feature a 1.43-inch OLED display, Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 chipset, up to 2GB of RAM, 32GB of onboard storage, and a 611mAh battery with fast charging support. It will also have a rotating crown, interchangeable bands, and a MIL-STD-810H military-grade rating. The smartwatch will come with Wear OS 3 and a host of health features, including 24-hour oxygen saturation monitoring and the ability to get five-vital health metrics in around 90 seconds. The launch date is yet to be determined.