Google makes an update to android wear that allows smartwatch based on that operating system can also be coupled to Apple devices.
Google announced Android Wear for iPhone so they can be made compatible with iOS and the various ” iDevices ” devices based on its platform wearable. IPhone users will have the opportunity to purchase one smartwatch android wear that can be matched to your smartphone thanks to update software already available for download.
It worth noting some limitations: android wear for the iPhone will be used only on devices from iPhone 5 onwards and provided you have installed the operating system iOS 8.2 or newer.
We will not support all Android devices Wear outstanding: LG Urban will be the first smartwatch to be compatible and will be followed by the next models of watches offered by Asus, Motorola and Huawei. Devices android wear older will be usable only if able to install the latest version of android wear.
The features of android wear for iOS are:
- Information at a glance : check information such as calls, messages and notifications from favorite apps.
- Follow your physical activities : set goals and have a vision of the daily and weekly progress.
- Save time with smart help : get suggestions at the right time for appointments, traffic information and flight status.
In any case, with the progression of functionality, user experience of iOS with android wear it should be comparable to that possible using an Android smartphone.