Android Wear supports LTE networks, it no longer matches the smartphone

Last updated Nov 21, 2018 416

With the support networks of cellular connectivity, Android Wear become completely independent and does not need a smartphone combined to access to its essential functionalities.

Google announced the arrival of the native support for LTE networks on Android Wear. This means that smartwatch OS based Big G can operate in a completely independent even if not coupled with an external device. Support for network connectivity cell arrives simultaneously with the first release in the States smartwatch that can use them, LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition.

The Android Wear Watches compatible with LTE networks are continuing to share a phone number on a smartphone activated outside, but integrate all the functions necessary to operate correctly even if the two devices are not combined or are distant from each other. With the smartwatch they will be able to make calls or send SMS text messages in a completely autonomous.

Likewise, the clock can run all applications and their accessory functionalities at any time. But it can really replace the smartphone? At the moment, this hypothesis seems a stretch, especially considering the narrow operating range typical of the product category. Google also believes there is still much, recommending the use of smartwatch independently only for limited periods.

For example during marathons or in those circumstances where you cannot carry around your smartphone but want to stay connected. There are already other smartphones that can run independently, but are not based on Android Wear. The first with the operating system of Mountain View is LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition, which debuts today in the United States and that will come ” in the next few months ” on other markets.

We had talked extensively clock on this page, but here are the technical specifications:

Processor : 1.2GHz Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM 400
Operating System : Android Wear (version Cell-connected)
Display : P-OLED 1.38 inches (480 x 480 / 348ppi)
Dimensions : 44.5 x 14.2mm
Memory : 4GB eMMC / 768MB LPDDR3
Battery : 570mAh.
Connectivity : Bluetooth 4.1 / Wi-Fi / LTE / 3G
Sensors : Accelerometer / gyroscope / compass / barometer / PPG / GPS
Color : Space Black / Blue Opal / Luxe White / Signature Brown
Other: resistance to dust and water (IP67)