There were hints, rumors and leaks that all pointed to Google working to bring Android Wear support to iOS device. Everyone can stop hoping and dreaming as Google has announced today that the app is now available on Apple iPhone 5, 5c, 5s, 6 and 6 plus so long as they are on iOS 8.2 or newer.
- Get your info at a glance: Check important info like phone calls, messages, and notifications from your favorite apps. Android Wear features always-on displays, so you’ll never have to move your wrist to wake up your watch.
- Follow your fitness: Set fitness goals, and get daily and weekly views of your progress. Your watch automatically tracks walking and running, and even measures your heart rate.
- Save time with smart help: Receive timely tips like when to leave for appointments, current traffic info, and flight status. Just say “Ok Google” to ask questions like “Is it going to rain in London tomorrow?” or create to-dos with “Remind me to pack an umbrella.”
Google also makes mention that the release of the iOS compatible app works with the LG Watch Urbane
and will be supported by all future Android Wear devices, including the Huawei Watch they used for the promo image. (below) Don’t fret though, ASUS and Motorola are in the mix as well. Although I have heard that the current line of Android Wear devices, including the Moto 360
, G watch R, Gear Live, ZenWatch
and others are off the table. However, Droid-life does have it working with the Moto 360 that is sporting the latest software and Android Wear v1.3.
This is really a huge thing for Google and for Android Wear watch manufacturers as well as developers. Getting these watches into the hands on billions on the other side of the os spectrum is only going to boost sales and bring more people to the party. Any dual weilders out there happy to see this, or have already tried to get their watch up and running with an iOS device? Let us know so others can know as well.
Source: Google Via Droid-Life
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