For years, users have communicated with their smartwatches, but now Google Gemini Wear OS raises the bar. It offers more natural, intelligent, and integrated voice interactions. Google’s new update for Wear OS slowly phases out Google Assistant and replaces it with the Gemini AI assistant. According to a recently shared blog post, the global search engine announced that Gemini Wear OS is available on Android watches running the recent version of Wear OS.
What is Wear OS?
Google created an OS just for smartwatches. It used to be known as Android Wear but is now named Wear OS. The wrist version of Android has access to various applications, including YouTube Music, Google Maps and Google Wallet. It pairs with Android handsets and even a few iOS ones, allowing smartwatches to be led around by users’ voice commands. It feels like having an AI companion within spooning distance of your wrist, one that knows you as intimately s it tracks your heartbeats.
What’s new in Wear OS?
One big new feature is the integration with other Google services and with other third-party apps, for instance Spotify and WhatsApp. The new update brings an improved UI and easier to navigate around for reading content on the smartwatch. What’s more, Google’s smartwatch operating system is faster and helps preserve battery power due to the latest updates. It also includes smarter Fitbit features and is based from the below key Google tech you expect to interact with:
- Google Maps
- Google Wallet
- Google Home
Using Wear OS smartwatches, you can efficiently control your routine activities such as navigating to an address through voice commands. The wearable OS by Google gets information from Google Maps and Google Calendar and provides you with directions. It also allows you to pay your bills using your smart watch, eliminating the need to repeatedly take the phone out of your pocket.
Control your home by commanding the OS on your wrist using the Google Home application. Gemini AI helps you manage lights, locks, thermostats, and even check out the new camera feeds. Using your natural voice commands, you take advanced actions like dimming lights or setting the perfect room temperature. Create your comfort with your voice commands to create a perfect atmosphere.
How Gemini works on Wear OS
The Wear OS becomes more powerful with the integration of Google Gemini. This rollout brings smarter AI capabilities to your smartwatch, enabling it to understand complex requests and respond quickly. With Gemini deeply embedded in Wear OS, your watch can now perform tasks such as:
- Summarizing emails.
- Setting reminders.
- Generating playlists.
- Adding events to your calendar.
- Navigating locations.
- Following appointments.
Core Wear OS functions
Wear OS connects to Android and some iOS devices, such as iPhone 8 and iPhone X, using Bluetooth or the internet. Once connected, you can perform functions like:
- See notifications on your wrist
- Use voice commands.
- Download apps from the Play Store.
- Track fitness like heart rate, steps, and sleep.
- Stay connected with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, or LTE
- It’s your smart companion right on your wrist.
Gemini AI supported smartwatches
Wear OS supports a variety of smartwatches from different manufacturers including Samsung, OPPO and OnePlus. However, the latest Google’s smartwatch system may not support some very old smartwatches from brands like Fossil or LG. Moreover, Google offers a bonus feature to Pixel 9 Pro series and Samsung Galaxy Z foldables users.
Let us explore the smartwatches and other devices that support Gemini AI and the premium offer for Google Pixel Pro users.
Smartwatches
- Samsung Galaxy Watch Series
- Google Pixel Watch Series
- Selected models of OPPO, OnePlus, Xiaomi and Mobvoi’s TicWatch
Foldable phones
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Smartwatches running Wear OS 4 or newer support the latest Gemini features. Top brands like Google (with the Pixel Watch series) and Samsung (with the Galaxy Watch series) work well with this, ensuring broad access to new AI capabilities.
Free Google AI Pro access on selected devices
Google provides complimentary access to Google AI Pro for a limited time on certain devices. Here are the devices eligible for this bonus:
Pixel 9 Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold
- For the above-mentioned devices, Google offers 1-year free access to Google AI Pro, including Gemini 2.5 Pro and Veo 3.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7
- Google offers 6 months free access to Google AI Pro for the above-mentioned Samsung Galaxy devices.
Wrapping Up
Google’s latest advancements transform the way we live. The Wear OS on smartwatches helps us live more freely, enhance personal security, feel less burdened, and remain connected. From managing smart homes to tracking health and staying informed, the latest updates offer deeper personalization, smoother app integration, and natural voice control.
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