Google Android Wear - a new OS for wearable electronics

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Google demoes Android Wear, a new version of Android designed specifically for wearable electronics. According to the rumor mill, LG and Motorola are developing smart watches based on Android Wear, and ASUS, HTC, Samsung and Fossil are also said to be working with Google to create Android Wear based devices.



Providing contextual information is the central mission for the OS. Android Wear looks like a glorified version of Google Now shrunk down to fit on a tiny screen, but that's not such a bad idea. Google Now does an excellent job of displaying relevant information, and its voice integration is great. 


Google says Android Wear can also be used to control devices remotely. The OS has a health and fitness monitoring component, too, and a developer preview is available for folks who want to start tinkering. The first Android Wear devices will reportedly start showing up next quarter.


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