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[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News 24 to 30 July

July 24 - It is leaked that Pixel Watch 2 will be launched with aluminum material (instead of stainless steel) and that the Fitbit workout app is improved.

July 26 - Samsung presents Galaxy Watch 6 in 2 models: rotating bezel, thinner than Galaxy Watch 5 and with Wear OS 4 with One UI Wach layer. Available to the public from August 11.

July 26 - It is announced that Amazon's Audible will soon be released as an app for Wear OS.

July 28 - Samsung announces that it will expand the capabilities of the skin temperature sensor In Galaxy Watch 5 and 6, and developers will be able to use it for their own apps.

July 29 - Exclusive watchfaces of the future Pixel Watch 2 are leaked.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News 31 July to 06 August

August 05 - It has been leaked that Pixel Watch 2 will launch with Wear OS 4, will be the same size as Pixel Watch (1.2") and will include UWB (ultra-wideband) technology. UWB is similar to Bluetooth.
[Wear OS General] Lord Sithek:
A tip I want to share, maybe someone will find it useful

I was so annoyed by the fact I couldn't get rid of the GBoard vibrations on my TWP3U. Theoretically there is an option to disable it in Settings>Personalization>Input Methods>GBoard, but it seems to be buggy. After a reboot vibrations come back despite the option being disabled. So the solution I found is to issue this command via ADB:

cmd appops set com.google.android.inputmethod.latin VIBRATE ignore

Vibrations for the keyboard seem to be gone.

@bernarbernuli You could try it yourself, if you find it working and useful, maybe add it to the list in OP
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Yes, that's great, I'd like to include it in the next WearOS Tools update.
[Wear OS General] Lord Sithek:
Nice, glad I could have some "input" :LOL:
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
What is known about the issue of Google Assistant on Wear OS 2 watches.

A few days ago the Wear OS companion app has been updated on Wear OS 2 watches such as Ticwatch Pro 3, Fossil Sport, Fossil Gen 5, OPPO Watch, etc., and many have been immediately disabled the Google Assistant and other users have received a message on the watch saying that the Google Assistant support on Wear OS 2 will end soon (since yesterday it is known that it will be on August 31) and there will only be support on Wear OS 3.

Google Assistant support on Wear OS 2 ending August 31 [U]

Google will soon stop supporting Assistant on Wear OS 2 watches and is encouraging people to upgrade to Wear OS 3 and newer...

9to5google.com

Opinion on what affects Mobvoi watches.

It is clear that Google is responsible for this move, but it is clear that it has caught Mobvoi off guard. The update to Wear OS 3 has been delayed, so much so that now Google has really put Mobvoi in a good compromise. Let's see if they say anything in the next few days because Google has put the pressure on them all at once.

Temporary solution to recover Google Assistant

If you have a watchface that you can customize complications, add the complication called "Google" and the assistant will appear again when you click on the complication. It will also work with OK Google.

It is possible that I am working until August 31, since for now it is only hidden, but it is possible that in future updates from the end of the month the Google Assistant will be completely removed, surely they will do the same thing that was done a few years ago with the strength training in Google, which was disabled for a few months, and then they removed it completely.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News 07 to 20 August

August 07 - Pixel Watch system update: Security patch update.

August 09 - Compose for Wear OS developer tool and Wear Tiles libraries have been updated to a stable version, v1.2.

August 14 - It is leaked that Google will update Google Assistant to add tiles with custom shortcuts.

August 15 - One UI Watch 5 (based on Wear OS 4) is released for implementation on Galaxy Watch 5, and soon also on Galaxy Watch 4.

August 16 - Mobvoi launches a new sand-colored variant of Ticwatch Pro 5. It has the same features as the black model. It currently costs $349.

August 17 - Google reports that on August 31 support for Google Assistant on Wear OS 2 watches ends, only Wear OS 3 support will remain.

August 17 - It is leaked that Google is working on a new feature, "Watch Unlock" that allows you to unlock your phone when you wear the watch on your wrist, improving the current "Smart Unlock" feature.

August 18 - Google Pixel Watch 2 info leaks: Snapdragon W5 and Wear OS 4 confirmed.

August 18 - YouTube Music is updated and now allows browsing within albums and playlists.
[Wear OS General] jmoportugal:
Excellent, in a market already reduced...... I don't know if I buy another smartwatch anytime soon.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News, 21 August to 03 September

August 31 - Galaxy Watch 4/5 receive update to Wear OS 4, for now only in the United States.

August 31 - Pixel Watch 2 is leaked to be launched on October 04 at the annual "Made by Google" event.
[Wear OS General] siegie65:
Hello, there is news regarding the Wear OS 3 beta test of the Ticwatch 3 Pro
[Wear OS General] old.splatterhand:
Is this a question or a statement...:unsure:
[Wear OS General] tabormeister:
Honestly it never worked well on wear os 2. Will Google assistant go sideloading still work?
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Probably, try it, come back here and tell us about your experience.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News, 04 to 10 September

September 05 - Google adds new countries to support Google Wallet on Wear OS: Albania, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Isle of Man, Greenland, Faroe Islands, San Marino and Colombia. This brings the total to 72 countries.

September 05 - Google announces that upcoming updates to Google Messages for Wear OS will allow voice messaging.

September 05 - Pixel Watch Companion App Update.

September 06 - Wear OS 4 update for Samsung Galaxy Watch 4/5 allows creating app folders inside the app drawer.

September 08 - Google shows the full design of the upcoming Pixel Watch 2 in a video.
[Wear OS General] tabormeister:
I don't have any wear os 2 devices any more, maybe someone else can give it a try?
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
ok, later I will explain how it works. I think it is an interesting alternative now that there is no official assistant, and I think there are some people who use it regularly and do not know this alternative. Thanks for the proposal.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Google announced that from August 31, 2023, they will no longer support the Google Assistant on watches with Wear OS 2, so many have seen a few days ago the assistant disappear from their watches at the time that the Wear OS app of the watch has been updated.

This method is also functional for Wear OS 3 watches (such as Ticwatch Pro 5) that do not yet have the Google Assistant in the system.

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However, there is a functional alternative, installing Google Assistant GO.

From the phone or from the PC, download from APKMirror.com, the version 2.8.0 of Google Assistant GO.

Install by sideload the downloaded APK, if you install it from the phone I recommend Wear Installer 2 or Bugjaeger, and if you install it from the PC I recommend Wear OS Tools. If you don't know how to install APK files on your watch, follow this guide.

Enable microphone permission to receive commands by voice, and also SMS, contacts and phone permissions, if you want to send SMS messages and make calls to contacts.

Considerations

Google Assistant Go is almost fully functional, and you can ask for directions, make phone calls, and play music in the same way as the full Google Assistant.

Voice activation (OK Google) with Google Assistant Go is not available, so I recommend setting it to be activated with a physical button with Button Launcher. It is also useful to configure it as a shortcut in a watch face complication.

To prevent the screen from turning off (after a few seconds) when you are interacting with the assistant, install Digital Clock Delay. This app allows you to select Google Assistant GO to keep the screen on (without going into essential mode) when it is open.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News, 11 to 17 September

September 11 - Pixel Watch system update.

September 12 - Google silently updates Play Store for Wear OS with larger cards.

September 12 - Pixel Watch 2 will launch in 3 different colors (same as Pixel Watch), new bands and new USB-C fast charging cable.

September 13 - It is leaked that "Watch Unlock" feature will be launched very soon. This feature allows unlocking the phone when it is nearby.

September 13 - Google offers Pixel Watch LTE with 2 years free Fi Data (US only).

September 15 - It is leaked that Xiaomi will soon launch a watch with Wear OS 3, Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro: Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ chip with 2 GB RAM and 32 GB storage, 1.43" display, stainless steel material, Gorilla Glass, 5ATM, 500 mAh battery, €349 in Europe.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News, 18 September to 08 October

September 18 - Pixel watch 2 leaked to feature thermometer and improvements to Fitbit and personal security.

September 26 - Xiaomi announces Watch 2 Pro: Wear OS 3, rotating crown, Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ chip with 2 GB RAM and 32 GB storage, 1.43" display, stainless steel material, Gorilla Glass, 5ATM, 500 mAh battery.

September 26 - A new standalone app for creating watchfaces, KWCH Kustom Watchface Creator, is launched.

October 04 - Google launches Pixel Watch 2: Wear OS 4, same design as Pixel Watch, improved digital crown, aluminum casing, 41 mm size, improved heart rate sensor, improved fitbit, 24 h battery life, charger with contact pins, $349 for Wi-Fi and $399 for LTE. Available in 30 countries starting October 12.

October 04 - Google launches Gmail app for Wear OS 3 and Wear OS 4 and Google Calendar for Wear OS will be available soon.

October 05 - Google announces that Pixel Watch will be updated to Wear OS 4 before the end of the year.

October 05 - A version of AllTrails for Wear OS is released: Hiking trail tracking app. Available for Wear OS 2, 3 and 4.

October 05 - Leaked that a sleep apnea detection feature is coming soon.

October 05 - A version of MyFitnessPal for Wear OS is released: App to track what you eat. Available for Wear OS 2, 3 and 4.

October 06 - A version of Audible for Wear OS is released: Amazon's audiobook library.

October 06 - Companion app for Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 is updated. Available for Wear OS 3 and 4.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
{Mod edit: Quoted post has been deleted. Oswald Boelcke, Senior Moderator}

Good input, just an extension of your advice.

Gesture control is not available out of the box on many Wear OS watches, only on Galaxy Watch 4/5/6, however it can be enabled with third party apps like Bubble Cloud Wear OS Launcher.

Although most users already know this, just note that the Google Assistant is not available on Wear OS 2, only on Wear OS 3 and 4.

Thanks again for the tricks, I really like the one about muting calls with the palm of your hand.
[Wear OS General] ratcornu:
Do someone have a WearOS rom for the oppo watch (beluga) ? I accidentally erased it and lost my backup in the process. Thanks in advance !
[Wear OS General] JimSmith94:
{Mod edit: Quoted post has been deleted. Oswald Boelcke, Senior Moderator}

I use my watch as a trusted device to keep my phone unlocked but don't see how/where to keep my watch unlocked with a trusted device. Can you explain how to do this?
[Wear OS General] rodken:
Your request might be limited to which brand of watch because to keep your watch unlocked with a trusted device, you will need to follow the instructions for a specific watch model, e g., on a Samsung Galaxy Watch, you can go to Settings > Security > Trusted devices and then add your phone as a trusted device.

The theory is once you have added your phone as a trusted device, your watch should stay unlocked as long as it is connected to your phone.
[Wear OS General] JimSmith94:
I have a Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic and a Google Pixel 7 that are both up to date. I don't see a trusted device option on the watch and I don't see anything related to that in the watch's user manual either.
[Wear OS General] rodken:
I suppose that my previous post was in regards to a feature that Google supposedly has in development called Watch Unlock, but even then, I don't think it will perform to your specs.

Even an app such as AutoWear might not be sufficient.

You can try to create an automation with AutoWear to keep WearOS unlocked that triggers unlock() action on your phone. You can do this by creating a new automation and selecting the unlock device action. Select the conditions that will trigger the automation.

Once created, you will need to enable it by going to the Automations tab in AutoWear.

Again, no promises - just throwing a few ideas.
[Wear OS General] zoman7663:
As of right now there isn't an option to keep the watch unlocked as a trusted device. The watch should remain unlocked as long as you're wearing it and lock upon removal (standard operation with a lock option chosen on the watch), you can keep the phone unlocked either with smart lock or a Bixby routine, but I'm guessing you already know that and this is about keeping the watch unlocked while you're not wearing it but still in proximity to the phone.
[Wear OS General] Lord Sithek:
Correct. Some time ago I've spent a lot of time trying to keep my watch unlocked while not giving up on nfc payments. I think I've tried almost everything I could imagine, including adb commands, sensor disabler and Xposed Framework, but in vain. The closest thing I figured out is to use AutoWear to automatically input pin when detecting that watch is put on the wrist
[Wear OS General] straumli:
Could somebody clarify if the TicEsimFix.apk icw LSPosed solution should still work with Android 13? (it no longer works for me, I replaced my Pixel Watch due to RMA and in the meantime my phone has updated). Might be something else if others confirm it should still work fine
[Wear OS General] rodken:
I took the liberty of flashing a script courtesy of @ kpirnie that modifies some system settings, and then attempts to disable analytics services, ad services, diagnostic services, tracking services, wakelocks, and run-in-background packages. Due to the nature of these services, some of them will run every 4 hours on WearOS based on the time WearOS was last restarted.

After flashing the script on my Fossil Q Venture HR, I've noticed a it to be a bit snappier in responsiveness. The battery life and usage is a hit or miss. Whether or not it's a placebo remains to be seen.

As of this writing, I have 3 other WearOS devices to test including the 1st Gen Pixel Watch.

Feel free to download the attached script and make sure you are in your shell in that location.

Run: adb push adb.sh /sdcard/

Next Run: adb shell sh /sdcard/adb.sh and let it do it's thing

Ignore any Java errors that appears towards the end of the run.

Of course, your mileage and battery life may vary.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
I find the script very interesting, it is a great contribution. Although now I have it somewhat parked, I was some time ago researching on appropriate commands for optimization in Wear OS, I implemented some in Wear OS Tools (which I see also in your script), however in the tests I did in the past I found that many of the commands I tried did not give any result and I only implemented in the tool a few, since most are indicated for Android devices and very few also for Wear OS. If you think about it carefully, some you know will not do anything without testing them, for example the command to neutralize advertising services, in Wear OS is useless because there is no advertising, at least for now.

I wish I had known about this script before, I would surely start testing every command in this script. I'll be watching for progress from you or another user on commands that really optimize Wear OS, and if any of them are useful, I'm sure I'll want to implement them in updates to Wear OS Tools.
[Wear OS General] rodken:
As a small disclaimer,

One may be able to still utilize some of these tweaks even though root access is not needed. Understand, this does not and cannot include any of the disablers from within the script because the disablers require root.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News, 09 to 22 October

October 09 - Google launches Google Calendar app for Wear OS 3 and Wear OS 4.

October 12 - Google reports that Pixel watch update to Wear OS 4 increases load times.

October 13 - Google updates Google Messages and now allows sending and listening to voice notes.

October 17 - Pixel Watch updated to Wear OS 4.

October 17 - Qualcomm announces that it is developing a new microprocessor for Wear OS called RISC-V.

October 18 - Pixel Watch update to Wear OS 4 does not include the new watchfaces and does not sync Do Not Disturb mode.

October 18 - Google Assistant for Wear OS 3/4 is updated and now allows custom shortcuts on tiles.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News, 23 October to 05 November

October 25 - Google Clock for Pixel Watch is updated and now allows you to sync alarms with your phone.
[Wear OS General] hasebu:
Is there a program that can read the office and PDF files in the notifications received on the watch?
[Wear OS General] rodken:
Wear Document Reader or Documents for Wear OS.​
[Wear OS General] paulgood:
Do you know how to remove/delete "Button Launcher" from a TicWatch Pro 5 running WearOS 3.5? (since it was sideloaded it doesn't show up in the Google Playstore which is the usual way to delete an app. Thanks.
[Wear OS General] rodken:
Why haven't you:

Open the Settings

Scroll down and tap on "Apps"

Find Button Launcher in the list of apps and tap on it

Tap on the "Uninstall"
[Wear OS General] paulgood:
Thank you very much! Greatly appreciated. I was going through the Google Play Store app on the watch...which you can do on an android phone. But your way is so much simpler and it worked!
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News, 06 November to 03 December

November 06 - System update for Ticwatch Pro 5.

November 07 - System update for Pixel Watch 2.

November 17 - Google surveys Pixel Watch 2 owners to find out what battery life would be ideal.

November 20 - System update for Galaxy Watch 6.

November 28 - System update to Wear OS 3.5 for Fossil Gen 6 and Skagen Falster Gen 6.

November 30 - Google announces several new features coming: improvements to Remote Device Control from the watch, button to indicate that you are at home, use Assistant routines from the watch...

December 01 - Google clock is updated for Wear OS: interface improvements.
[Wear OS General] Doom Slayer:
I managed to install Proton Pass on the Ticwatch 5. Had to set lower DPI, but it works. For those who don't know that's a password manager with authenticator.

But since most of passwords are randomly generated typing them manually is not an option.

I didn't find any ways to sync clipboard between devices, so I installed KDE connect.

Apart from syncing clipboard between android and linux devices, it can also control mouse/ keyboard and media. + files sharing and executing terminal commands.

So you can:

Connect watch to Linux PC (might be windows port out there) and use it as HID device, sync clipboard,transfer files.

Or connect phone to watch and use phone to control mouse cursor on watch , which is useful when you need to access settings button on non wear app with low dpi. Which I did to set dark theme on app.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
It is very interesting your proposal, are they original APKs? unmodified?

KDE connect have you also lower DPi?
[Wear OS General] Doom Slayer:
KDE connect is from here, proton pass had to be installed from apk mirrror, because wear install having issues with split apks that I have installed on a phone. As far as I know it's not modified. Kinda sucks to install critical security app from 3rd party source, but app is not officially supporting wear os and version of play store is split apk.

I had to temporary lower DPI to access settings on KDE connect. It doesn't really need changed DPI as it's main purpose is a button that is available in a persistent notification. But proton pass will be unreadable on high DPI
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
I like it, I do not usually use this password manager so it is a bit heavy to migrate passwords to this manager but KDE connect seems to me that it has many outputs, sure I will try it, plus I check that it is also compatible for Windows or MacOS platforms.
[Wear OS General] Doom Slayer:
Once you get used to it, it's a game changer, especially option to create alias email for registration, that you can just delete and stop receiving spam from website you registered at, or unlimited free trials.

Also seems that even when resource ask you to use any specific authenticator app like google, you can still use proton instead.

As for KDE connect, that's sometimes a reason why people switch to linux, because of integration between devices
[Wear OS General] DerekZool:
Hi Everyone, I had seen a post somewhere to restore the DND function between smartwatch and phone, but I can't find it anymore. Could you help me find it? Thank you
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Wear OS News, 04 to 17 December

December 12 - Mobvoi announces that the update to Wear OS 3 for Ticwatch Pro 3 and Ticwatch E3 will be done next week (before December 25).

December 12 - Google Wallet for Wear OS is updated and now allows viewing and manage added loyalty cards.

December 14 - System update for Galaxy Watch 5.
[Wear OS General] Firecats:
It's now Dec 17 and counting...no updates from Mobvoi yet, as far as I know.
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
I didn't think I needed to explain this, but here goes....

I wrote the post today, that is, next week is from tomorrow, since according to the information provided by 9to5Google is "before December 25", therefore, if 9to5Google.com is correct (and taking into account that from December 12 until today there was no update) the week that there should be updated is from December 18 to December 25.

In short, according to 9to5Google.com the update will arrive before Christmas Day.
[Wear OS General] Firecats:
Ok I got it, however there is nothing in the actual note I received directly from Mobvoi that suggests the update may not happen prior to Dec 18. Only that it will happen before Dec 25th. The next few days will be interesting. Thanks
[Wear OS General] Lord Sithek:
If I'm not wrong, the site says that ROLLOUT will start before Christmas and may take 1-2 months to reach all users...
[Wear OS General] bernarbernuli:
Yes, it is possible, that's what the news says, however it seems to me a very strange rollout (even for Movboi), they usually deliver updates for maximum 3–4 days.
[Wear OS General] Firecats:
Nope you aren't wrong. Mobvoi messaging is clear as mud.
[Wear OS General] Lord Sithek:
Actually it's the statement from the website editors, allegedly obtained from Mobvoi. So... we can just wait and see.
[Wear OS General] smithbill:
Coincidentally, I emailed Mobvoi Support last week moaning about the fact that my TWP3 was stuck on WearOS2 and that Strava was no longer available on WearOS2. Here's the reply I eventually got from Mobvoi Support today:

Hello,

We are delighted to inform you that we have commenced the rollout of the Wear OS 3 system update for the Pro 3 GPS and 3 Ultra GPS on December 18, 2023. The update will be made available to a designated 10% of users on December 18th and December 19th.

If you have already received the update, kindly follow the steps provided to download and complete the update process. In case you haven't received the update yet, we kindly request your patience as our system continues to roll out the update to all eligible devices.

We truly appreciate your patience and cooperation throughout this process. Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please feel free to contact our customer support team.

Thank you once again for your understanding and cooperation.

Best regards,

The Mobvoi support team