[Androidme2018]- Android Wear 2.0 was showcased at Google I/O in May 2016 and it started rolling out to smartwatches in February. Below you will find out all you need to know about the second version of the Android Wear operating system, including when to expect the update for each manufacturer. The latest news is that the Moto 360 Sport is receiving the update now.
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Android Wear 2.0 unveiled
The biggest release for Android Wear yet, version 2.0, brings a more refined approach from Google, narrowing down its aspirations for the technology. An Android Wear 2.0 Developer Preview is available already, and in its fifth version since January 2017. Find out how you can get the Developer Preview up and running over at the Google Android Wear Developers page.
We gave Android Wear 2.0 Developer Preview a test run with the futuristic Huawei Watch. Check out the video below to hear our thoughts and see the new version of the OS in action.
Most notably, Android Wear 2.0 can run standalone apps, meaning the watch doesn't need to be in range of a smartphone for an app to work. This makes Android Wear more independent, striking out from the impression people have of smartwatches being expensive and unnecessary smartphone accessories.
With cellular support, Android Wear 2.0 lets you make calls, use OK Google, and more without relying on your phone being nearby. Not only that, the latest update to smartwatches brings support for Google Assistant, which we first saw with the release of its Pixel smartphones, the Pixel and Pixel XL, in addition to Android Pay.
Complications, features showing data from apps, can now be shown on any watch face. / © Google
Messaging saw an improvement through handwriting recognition, smart reply, and a swipe-enabled keyboard. Google placed many of its products at I/O under the umbrella of its machine learning expertise, and here things are no different. All three of these input methods are held up by Google's AI. And, although a keyboard may seem a poor choice of input on a screen so small, Google hopes that its machine learning algorithms are powerful enough to predict the words you want based on just the first letter or two that you enter.
The three messaging input methods on Android Wear 2.0. / © Google
When it comes to fitness, Google is providing interaction between fitness apps through the Google Fit API. This effectively allows apps to exchange information, such as calories burned and consumed, creating a more holistic experience. There's also activity recognition, so when you begin running, this can automatically be detected by a running app, which can begin timing your run, or counting your calories burned, for example.
There's also a Material Design overhaul of the Android Wear interface. This can be seen immediately in how notifications appear.
Android Wear 2.0 sees a Material Design visual overhaul. / © Google
When is my smartwatch getting the Android Wear 2.0 update?
Newer smartwatches like the LG Watch Sport and Watch Style and the Huawei Watch 2 are shipping with Android Wear 2.0, but many older smartwatches will get the update as well.
According to the Android Wear support forum community manager, seven more smartwatches will be receiving the update between the end of April and late May. These devices include the Moto 360 Gen 2, Moto 360 Sport, LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE, Huawei Watch, Huawei Watch Ladies, Asus ZenWatch 2 and Asus ZenWatch 3. For more details, check out the respective manufacturer sections below.
Google has indicated that it's the manufacturers who are deciding on when devices receive the upgrade, so the blame for delays can be squarely placed on the companies.
Android Wear 2.0's features will breathe new life into older smartwatches starting in February 2017 when the roll out begins. The OTA updates will happen gradually throughout the year. You can find out if and when your watch is being updated below:
Asus Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Asus ZenWatchYesNo
Asus ZenWatch 2YesPlanned, end of April/late May
Asus ZenWatch 3YesPlanned, end of April/late May
Some older smartwatches won't be getting the update to Android Wear 2.0, and unfortunately the very first Asus ZenWatch is one of them. The update for the Asus ZenWatch 2 and 3 is planned.
Casio Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch (WSD-F10)YesYes
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch (WSD-F20)-Yes
Google has confirmed that the Casio Smart Outdoor Watch (WSD-F10) will be receiving an upgrade to Android Wear 2.0. The roll out has already started, and should be completed by April 4. The newer one, WSD-F20, already ships with Android Wear 2.0.
Fossil Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Fossil Q FounderYesYes
Fossil Q MarshalYesPlanned
Fossil Q WanderYesPlanned
The devices Fossil Q Founder, Marshal and Wander all still have the original Android Wear, but sit tight as an update to Android Wear 2.0 for all Fossil devices is expected before the end of the month. For the moment, Google has confirmed that the only Fossil device that is due to receive the update to Android Wear 2.0 is the Fossil Q Founder. The roll out has already started, and should be done by April. That said, there is still no word on when the update will be rolled out to the remaining Fossil Android wearables.
@NicoNeum911 We are hoping that 2.0 will be available for all devices before the end of March.
— Fossil (@Fossil) March 14, 2017
Huawei Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Huawei WatchYesPlanned (end of March)
Huawei Watch LadiesYesPlanned, end of April/late May
Huawei Watch 2-Yes
Huawei's German customer service department just posted on Twitter that the original Huawei Watch will be getting the Android Wear 2.0 update at the end of March 2017. The Huawei Watch Ladies is also planned to get Android Wear 2.0, as well. The Huawei Watch 2 will be released with the new version of Android Wear.
LG Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
LG G WatchYesNo
LG G Watch RYesYes
LG Watch Sport-Yes
LG Watch Style-Yes
LG Watch UrbaneYesYes
LG Watch Urbane 2nd. Ed. LTEYesPlanned for early May
The LG Watch Sport and Style were released with Android Wear 2.0. LG has several watches which will be updated to the new version of Android Wear, including the LG G Watch R, LG Watch Urbane and LG Watch Urbane 2nd. Ed. LTE. The LG G Watch, however, will not be updated, as it is an older device.
The rollout of Android Wear 2.0 has begun for users of the LG G Watch R and LG Watch Urbane. Watch Urbane 2nd Gen users will have to wait until early May to get the update to Android Wear 2.0, according to LG.
The LG Watch Sport was released with Android Wear 2.0. / © AndroidPIT
Michael Kors Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Michael Kors Access Bradshaw SmartwatchYesPlanned
Michael Kors Access Dylan SmartwatchYesPlanned
The Bradshaw and Dylan Michael Kors Access smartwatches will be updated to Android Wear 2.0, but we don't have any news about when just yet. Check back soon!
Motorola Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Moto 360 (1st Gen.)YesNo
Moto 360 (2nd Gen.)YesPlanned
Moto 360 SportYesYes
The first generation of the Moto 360 smartwatch unfortunately won't get updated to Android Wear 2.0. But, we have good news - the second generation will.
The Moto 360 Sport is now getting the update to Android Wear 2.0. That is, if the sudden appearance of an official support page is anything to go by. The update, which will be version NXH20Z, should be coming imminently as a staggered update. That means you can expect it soon if you haven't received it already.
New Balance Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
New Balance RunIQ WatchYesPlanned for April 14
The New Balance RunIQ fitness tracker watch is made for runners, but does not yet run Android Wear 2.0. The update will happen no later than April 14 according to New Balance, but until then, you're stuck with Android Wear 1.5.
Nixon Mission Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Nixon MissionYesPlanned
For the surfers and skiers among us, rest assured, the Android Wear 2.0 update is on its way to the Nixon Mission. With 100 m of water resistance and built-in GPS, this is one of the best outdoor smartwatches, and the update to the new Android Wear will ensure you don't have to worry about upgrading anytime soon.
Polar Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Polar M600YesPlanned (Q1 2017)
In addition to the Android Wear 2.0 update scheduled for sometime in Q1 this year, the Polar M600 will also get new swimming metrics, making this sporty little GPS fitness watch stand out from the majority that focus on running and cycling.
Samsung Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Samsung Gear LiveYesNo
Unfortunately, the Samsung Gear Live is one of the handful of older smartwatches not getting the Android Wear 2.0 update. The popular Samsung smartwatches, Gear S3 and S2, run on Tizen, so if you're looking for an Android Wear update for those, you won't find it.
Sony Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Sony Smartwatch 3YesNo
The Sony Smartwatch 3 won't be getting an Android Wear 2.0 update. This smartwatch may have swayed you with its attractive specs back in the day when it was released, but there are far better (and less bulky!) smartwatches available now with Android Wear 2.0 for a good price.
Tag Heuer Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Tag Heuer ConnectedYesYes
Tag Heuer Connected Modular 45-Yes
For those of you who invested in a Tag Heuer Connected, you've probably been waiting patiently to hear when you'll receive the upgrade to Android Wear 2.0. Happily, the wait is now over. Google has confirmed that an upgrade to all Tag Heuer Connected devices has started to be rolled out, and should be completed by April 4.
Does your smartwatch have Android Wear 2.0? Tell us what you think of it in the comments!
Thank You Very Much - Androidme2018
The smartwatch market is about to heat up
Android Wear problems and solutions
Highlight recent changesYesNo
Jump to manufacturer:
AsusCasioFossilHuawei
LGMichael KorsMotorola (Lenovo)New Balance
NixonPolarSamsungSony
Tag Heuer
Android Wear 2.0 unveiled
The biggest release for Android Wear yet, version 2.0, brings a more refined approach from Google, narrowing down its aspirations for the technology. An Android Wear 2.0 Developer Preview is available already, and in its fifth version since January 2017. Find out how you can get the Developer Preview up and running over at the Google Android Wear Developers page.
We gave Android Wear 2.0 Developer Preview a test run with the futuristic Huawei Watch. Check out the video below to hear our thoughts and see the new version of the OS in action.
Most notably, Android Wear 2.0 can run standalone apps, meaning the watch doesn't need to be in range of a smartphone for an app to work. This makes Android Wear more independent, striking out from the impression people have of smartwatches being expensive and unnecessary smartphone accessories.
With cellular support, Android Wear 2.0 lets you make calls, use OK Google, and more without relying on your phone being nearby. Not only that, the latest update to smartwatches brings support for Google Assistant, which we first saw with the release of its Pixel smartphones, the Pixel and Pixel XL, in addition to Android Pay.
Complications, features showing data from apps, can now be shown on any watch face. / © Google
Messaging saw an improvement through handwriting recognition, smart reply, and a swipe-enabled keyboard. Google placed many of its products at I/O under the umbrella of its machine learning expertise, and here things are no different. All three of these input methods are held up by Google's AI. And, although a keyboard may seem a poor choice of input on a screen so small, Google hopes that its machine learning algorithms are powerful enough to predict the words you want based on just the first letter or two that you enter.
The three messaging input methods on Android Wear 2.0. / © Google
When it comes to fitness, Google is providing interaction between fitness apps through the Google Fit API. This effectively allows apps to exchange information, such as calories burned and consumed, creating a more holistic experience. There's also activity recognition, so when you begin running, this can automatically be detected by a running app, which can begin timing your run, or counting your calories burned, for example.
There's also a Material Design overhaul of the Android Wear interface. This can be seen immediately in how notifications appear.
Android Wear 2.0 sees a Material Design visual overhaul. / © Google
When is my smartwatch getting the Android Wear 2.0 update?
Newer smartwatches like the LG Watch Sport and Watch Style and the Huawei Watch 2 are shipping with Android Wear 2.0, but many older smartwatches will get the update as well.
According to the Android Wear support forum community manager, seven more smartwatches will be receiving the update between the end of April and late May. These devices include the Moto 360 Gen 2, Moto 360 Sport, LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE, Huawei Watch, Huawei Watch Ladies, Asus ZenWatch 2 and Asus ZenWatch 3. For more details, check out the respective manufacturer sections below.
Google has indicated that it's the manufacturers who are deciding on when devices receive the upgrade, so the blame for delays can be squarely placed on the companies.
Android Wear 2.0's features will breathe new life into older smartwatches starting in February 2017 when the roll out begins. The OTA updates will happen gradually throughout the year. You can find out if and when your watch is being updated below:
Asus Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Asus ZenWatchYesNo
Asus ZenWatch 2YesPlanned, end of April/late May
Asus ZenWatch 3YesPlanned, end of April/late May
Some older smartwatches won't be getting the update to Android Wear 2.0, and unfortunately the very first Asus ZenWatch is one of them. The update for the Asus ZenWatch 2 and 3 is planned.
Casio Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch (WSD-F10)YesYes
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch (WSD-F20)-Yes
Google has confirmed that the Casio Smart Outdoor Watch (WSD-F10) will be receiving an upgrade to Android Wear 2.0. The roll out has already started, and should be completed by April 4. The newer one, WSD-F20, already ships with Android Wear 2.0.
Fossil Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Fossil Q FounderYesYes
Fossil Q MarshalYesPlanned
Fossil Q WanderYesPlanned
The devices Fossil Q Founder, Marshal and Wander all still have the original Android Wear, but sit tight as an update to Android Wear 2.0 for all Fossil devices is expected before the end of the month. For the moment, Google has confirmed that the only Fossil device that is due to receive the update to Android Wear 2.0 is the Fossil Q Founder. The roll out has already started, and should be done by April. That said, there is still no word on when the update will be rolled out to the remaining Fossil Android wearables.
@NicoNeum911 We are hoping that 2.0 will be available for all devices before the end of March.
— Fossil (@Fossil) March 14, 2017
Huawei Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Huawei WatchYesPlanned (end of March)
Huawei Watch LadiesYesPlanned, end of April/late May
Huawei Watch 2-Yes
Huawei's German customer service department just posted on Twitter that the original Huawei Watch will be getting the Android Wear 2.0 update at the end of March 2017. The Huawei Watch Ladies is also planned to get Android Wear 2.0, as well. The Huawei Watch 2 will be released with the new version of Android Wear.
LG Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
LG G WatchYesNo
LG G Watch RYesYes
LG Watch Sport-Yes
LG Watch Style-Yes
LG Watch UrbaneYesYes
LG Watch Urbane 2nd. Ed. LTEYesPlanned for early May
The LG Watch Sport and Style were released with Android Wear 2.0. LG has several watches which will be updated to the new version of Android Wear, including the LG G Watch R, LG Watch Urbane and LG Watch Urbane 2nd. Ed. LTE. The LG G Watch, however, will not be updated, as it is an older device.
The rollout of Android Wear 2.0 has begun for users of the LG G Watch R and LG Watch Urbane. Watch Urbane 2nd Gen users will have to wait until early May to get the update to Android Wear 2.0, according to LG.
The LG Watch Sport was released with Android Wear 2.0. / © AndroidPIT
Michael Kors Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Michael Kors Access Bradshaw SmartwatchYesPlanned
Michael Kors Access Dylan SmartwatchYesPlanned
The Bradshaw and Dylan Michael Kors Access smartwatches will be updated to Android Wear 2.0, but we don't have any news about when just yet. Check back soon!
Motorola Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Moto 360 (1st Gen.)YesNo
Moto 360 (2nd Gen.)YesPlanned
Moto 360 SportYesYes
The first generation of the Moto 360 smartwatch unfortunately won't get updated to Android Wear 2.0. But, we have good news - the second generation will.
The Moto 360 Sport is now getting the update to Android Wear 2.0. That is, if the sudden appearance of an official support page is anything to go by. The update, which will be version NXH20Z, should be coming imminently as a staggered update. That means you can expect it soon if you haven't received it already.
New Balance Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
New Balance RunIQ WatchYesPlanned for April 14
The New Balance RunIQ fitness tracker watch is made for runners, but does not yet run Android Wear 2.0. The update will happen no later than April 14 according to New Balance, but until then, you're stuck with Android Wear 1.5.
Nixon Mission Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Nixon MissionYesPlanned
For the surfers and skiers among us, rest assured, the Android Wear 2.0 update is on its way to the Nixon Mission. With 100 m of water resistance and built-in GPS, this is one of the best outdoor smartwatches, and the update to the new Android Wear will ensure you don't have to worry about upgrading anytime soon.
Polar Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Polar M600YesPlanned (Q1 2017)
In addition to the Android Wear 2.0 update scheduled for sometime in Q1 this year, the Polar M600 will also get new swimming metrics, making this sporty little GPS fitness watch stand out from the majority that focus on running and cycling.
Samsung Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Samsung Gear LiveYesNo
Unfortunately, the Samsung Gear Live is one of the handful of older smartwatches not getting the Android Wear 2.0 update. The popular Samsung smartwatches, Gear S3 and S2, run on Tizen, so if you're looking for an Android Wear update for those, you won't find it.
Sony Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Sony Smartwatch 3YesNo
The Sony Smartwatch 3 won't be getting an Android Wear 2.0 update. This smartwatch may have swayed you with its attractive specs back in the day when it was released, but there are far better (and less bulky!) smartwatches available now with Android Wear 2.0 for a good price.
Tag Heuer Android Wear Update
DeviceAndroid WearAndroid Wear 2.0
Tag Heuer ConnectedYesYes
Tag Heuer Connected Modular 45-Yes
For those of you who invested in a Tag Heuer Connected, you've probably been waiting patiently to hear when you'll receive the upgrade to Android Wear 2.0. Happily, the wait is now over. Google has confirmed that an upgrade to all Tag Heuer Connected devices has started to be rolled out, and should be completed by April 4.
Does your smartwatch have Android Wear 2.0? Tell us what you think of it in the comments!
Thank You Very Much - Androidme2018
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