Gemini Arrives on Your Wrist: What's New with Wear OS?

Google's latest AI helper, Gemini, is now making its way to smartwatches. This isn't just a simple update; it's a whole new way to interact with your wearable tech. The change is rolling out slowly, so not everyone will see it right away.

A New Look for Google Assistant

The old Google Assistant app is getting a makeover. It's now called "Google Gemini on Wear OS." The app's icon and screenshots have already been updated in the Play Store. The current version of the app is 1.21.49.763997078, but a new version, 1.22.5.780344288, is what brings Gemini to life.

New Features and Improvements

This new version is packed with features:

A fresh four-color logo
Updated complications
A tweaked user interface now saying "Ask Gemini" instead of "Ask Google Gemini"

It's a small change, but it shows that Google is trying to make Gemini feel like a separate entity from Google Assistant.

Enhanced Workout and Health Tracking

Gemini on Wear OS lets you control your workouts and check your health stats. You can:

Start, pause, or end an activity with simple voice commands
Ask about your heart rate or step count

It's all about making your smartwatch more helpful and intuitive.

Ongoing Efforts to Improve

This update is part of Google's ongoing efforts to improve its products. It's not a full operating system update, but it's still a significant change. It's like a mini feature drop, adding new functionalities without a major overhaul. This approach allows Google to roll out updates more frequently and keep their products fresh.

Availability

The update is currently limited to certain users and devices. It's expected to be fully available in the coming weeks for Wear OS 4+ devices. This includes popular brands like:

Pixel Watch
Samsung
OPPO
OnePlus
Xiaomi

So, if you have one of these devices, you might see Gemini popping up on your wrist soon.