These wearable operating system innovations are changing the face of smartwatches and other forms of wearable tech. While mobile technology continues to advance, wearable tech manages to squeeze cutting-edge features into devices that are small enough to fit the human body. However, it is not the hardware that makes these devices so impressive, but the operating systems that they run on.
One of the most popular operating systems for wearable devices is Android Wear. Android Wear enables smartwatches to perform a variety of cutting-edge tasks that help consumers stay connected throughout the day. For example, smartwatches that run on Android Wear are equipped with everything from voice activation to accelerometer integration.
While Android Wear mainly allows wearable devices to perform the same kinds of tasks as Android devices, there are other wearable operating systems that feature more proprietary software. For example, the latest software update for the Apple Watch features custom complications that allow developers to display the most important features of a given app directly on the face of the device. The Watch OS 2 system also allows users to carry out tasks such answering emails or accessing transit directions.
As the consumer demand for wearable tech continues to grow, developers are increasingly turning their attention to the operating systems that power these devices.
21 Wearable Operating System Innovations
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Low-Cost Compatible Smartwatches
The Alcatel OneTouch Watch Works With Both iOS and Android
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Luxury Swiss Smartwatches
Android Wear is Now Available for Tag Heuer Watches
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Dark Luxurious Smartwatches
Tag Heuer Continues to Tease its Upcoming Android Wear Smartwatch
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Round-Faced Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch Android Wear Device Features a Classy Round Dial
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Elegant Handcrafted Smartwatches
The Asus ZenWatch Blends Classic Watch Design & Modern Technology
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Sophisticated Smart Watches
The LG Watch Urbane Blends Classic Aesthetics With Modern Technology
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Stylish Versatile Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Comes in Three Models with Six Different Straps
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Stylish Round Smartwatches
The Samsung Gear S2 is a Sleek Take on Wearable Technology
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Battery-Preserving Smartwatches
'Vector' Released a New Smartwatch with Extended Battery Life
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Holistic Health Trackers
This Smartband is Designed to Measure Wearers' Well-Being at All Times
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Upgraded Connected Smartwatches
The LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition Has a Higher Resolution Display
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Gesture-Controlled Smartwatches
The Deus Ex Aria Enables Hands-Free Interaction With Your Watch
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Group Communication Devices
This Walkie-Talkie Replacement Keeps You Connected
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Android-Powered Smartwatches
The LG 'G Watch' Can Be Linked to Android Smartphones and Apps
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Car-Controlled Smartwatches
The Hyundai Android Wear App is Demonstrated at CES 2015
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Digital Coaching Smartwatches
Onyx Motion is Building Android Wear-Based Coaching Solutions
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Trailblazing Smartwatches
The Samsung Gear Live is Samsung's First Android Wear-Based Smartwatch
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Camera-Packing Smartwatches
The Epic Signature Edition Smartwatch Can Take High-Quality Photos
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Real World VR Headsets
These Glasses by Magic Leap Project Images Onto the Real World
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Contemporary Smartphone Watches
Motorola's Smartwatch the Moto360 Combines Past with the Future
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Improved Smartwatch Interfaces
The Google Android Wear Provides a Passive Approach to Data Display
Related Ideas
Luxury Watchmaker Smartphones
The Realme 12 Pro+ Rolex Edition Plays Homage to Classic Timepieces
Conceptual AI-Powered Wearables
The Rabbit R1 AI Watch by Alisher Ashimov is Feature-Rich
Wrist-Worn eSports Watches
The Conceptual MSI Gaming PC Watch by Eslam Mhd is Dragon-Themed
Retro-Futurism Smartwatch Designs
The Conceptual 'JUSTWATCH' by Jacek Janiczak is Feature-Rich
Hybrid Low-Power Smartwatches
The Conceptual 'Ksana' Hybrid Smartwatch has an E Ink Display
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Noninvasive Smartwatch Glucose Monitors
Samsung's Galaxy Watch Will Have Advanced Sensors
Multi-Sport Lifestyle Smartwatches
The COROS PACE 3 Has a Lightweight, Low-Profile Design
Satellite-Enabled Gold Watches
Huawei Releases the 'Ultimate Gold Edition' Timepiece
Affordable Android Smartwatches
OnePlus is Rolling Out the Watch 3 Alongside its New Flagships
All-in-One AR Glasses
The 'Limicross Alpha' Augmented Reality Android Glasses are Ultra-Advanced
Rectangular AMOLED Smartwatches
The Amazfit Band 7 Offers 18 Days of Battery Life
Consumer-Focused Smart Glasses
Vuzix is Launching its First Non-Enterprise 'Z100' Smart Glasses
Cartoon-Branded Smartwatches
The Green House GH-SMWL x Sanrio Wearables Celebrate Hello Kitty
Malleable Wearable Smartphones
The Motorola Adaptive Display Concept Bends to Sit on the Wrist
Opulent Anniversary Smartwatch Concepts
This Apple Watch X Concept by Lukas Gehrer is Industrial
ChatGPT-Powered Wearable Rings
The 'L-Ring 2' Offers AI-Powered Translation and More
Smartphone-Controlling Sneakers
The Samsung Shortcut Sneaker Can Perform Five On-Device Actions
Collaboration Automotive Smartwatches
The Porsche x Garmin Epix Pro Has an Elegant Yet Sporty Form
AI Web3 Smartphones
Up Mobile Redefines the Mobile Experience with Integrated AI & Blockchain Tech
Productivity-Focused Smart Glasses
The ASUS AirVision M1 Has Dual 1080p Micro OLED Displays
Rotating Button Panel Smartphones
The Conceptual 'PHONE ONE' by Wayne Lu Adapts to Usage Needs
Low-Cost Feature-Packed Smartwatches
The CMF Watch Pro Offers 13 Days of Battery Life
Wearable Temperature Control Units
The Sony REON POCKET 5 Offers 17-Hours of Climate Control
Ultra-Rugged Adventurer Smartwatches
The Garmin Fenix 8 Meets Military Standards
Athletic Nordic Smartwatches
The New Polar Vantage V3 Smartwatch has a Classy Aesthetic
Watch-Like Smart Phones
Fire-Boltt's WristPhone Offers Crystal-clear Calls and So Much More
Personal AI Wearables
WhereAble AI is a CES 2025 Innovation Awards Honoree
Wearable AI Productivity Devices
The 'Omi' Wearable Works with the User's Smartphone
Wearable XR Neckbands
Viture's Pro Headband Enhances the Capabilities of its XR Glasses
Projector-Embedded Rugged Smartphones
Oukitel Debuted Its Revolutionary WP100 Titan at CES 2025
Fashion-Forward Gadgets
This Open-Ear Earbud Concept Serves as a Functional Accessory
Versatile Women-Focused Smartwatches
Garmin Unveils a Sleek New Wearable Smartwatch for Women
Cutting-Edge Smart Ring Designs
Nova Has Introduced Two New Smart Rings — the Nova X and Nova Pay
Vehicle-Forward Watch Apps
Tesla's Apple Watch App Turns Your Watch into a Car Key
AI-Fueled Smartwatch Concepts
Rabbit Joins Teenage Engineering on the R1 Smartwatch Design
Flagship Space Flight Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch 4 Pro Space Edition Has a Dual-Color Bezel
Gesture-Controlling Smart Tech
The Wow Mouse App Transforms Android Smartwatches into Controllers
AI-Powered Smartwatch Designs
Crossbeats Unveils the New 'Crossbeats Nexus' Smartwatch
Intuitive AI-Powered Smartwatches
The iQOO Watch GT Has the AI Smart Window Feature
Pocketable Handheld Devices
'Cake' is a Case That Transforms Apple Watches into Pocketable Devices
Habit-Building Wearable Devices
The Conceptual 'DAY ONE' Tracker Can Be Attached onto Anything
In-App Retail Expansions
Garmin Allows You to Buy Apps & Watch Faces Through the Connect IQ Store
Clutch Purse Smartphone Concepts
The Honor V Purse Transforms the Mobile Device into an Accessory
Future-Facing Smart Home Displays
The 'Overlay' Display by Susanna Kim is Packed with Sensors
Tablet-Integrated Fashion
The Lenovo Tab Wear Collection Explores the Concept of "Me Time"
Wearable AI Smart Rings
The WIZPR RING Can Control a Smart Home Without the Need for a Remote
Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays
The 'zIng' Hand-Worn Smart Display by Anuj Pate is Intuitive
Rugged Fashion-Forward Watches
The New G-SHOCK G-STEEL GBM-2100 Series Has Three Models
Nostalgic Fashion-Tech Collabs
Sandy Liang and Android Partner Up to Turn Tech Stylish
Ruggedized Sustainable Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is Powered by the S9 SiP
Carbon-Neutral Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Series 9 Shows off a Gesture Control Interface
New Mobile Operating Systems
Huawei's HarmonyOS Next 5 Does Not Run an Android Base
Accessible Titanium Smart Rings
The 'Y-RING' Supports Health Monitoring, Gesture Control and More
Athletic Output-Analyzing Wearables
NNOXX One Tracks Muscle Oxygenation and Nitric Oxide Levels
Retro-Futuristic Cellphone Designs
The Conceptual Noka 7610 5G by AndroidLeo Merges Aesthetics
Child-Friendly Safety Smartwatches
The Verizon Gizmo Watch 3 - Adventure Connects Kids to Parents
High-End Affordable Smartwatches
Mobvoi's Latest TicWatch Atlas Offers Competitive Features
Slender Metallic Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Series 10 Comes in Titanium and Aluminum
Omni-Compatible Budget Smartwatches
The Motorola Moto Watch 120 Works with Android and iOS Devices
TV App Expansions
The Apple TV App Expands to Android, Bringing Apple TV+ to More Viewers
Hybrid Health-Tracking Smartwatches
The Withings ScanWatch Light Offers Health Guidance
Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches
The WatchOut WearPods Smartwatch Has a Multifunctional Design
Flagship Health Wearable Smartwatches
The Google Pixel Watch 2 Integrates FitBit Technology
Cohesive Ecosystem Smart Rings
The Samsung Galaxy Ring Made its Debut at MWC 2024
Senior-Targeted Wearable Devices
Lifeline Canada Debuts 'On The Go with Wandering'
Blood Pressure-Monitoring Smartwatches
The YHE BP Doctor FIT Takes Readings Around the Clock
Sporty Cubic Smartwatch Models
The Redmi Watch 5 Active Offers 18 Days of Battery Life
Comprehensive Health Fitness Trackers
The HONOR Band 9 Has a 1.57-Inch AMOLED Display
Retro Digital Tracking Watches
Casio Presents the WS-B1000 Watch with a Simplistic Design
Feature-Packed Smartwatches
Samsung Showed Off the Watch Ultra at its Summer Unpacked Event
Brain-Tracking Smartwatches
Timex is Working to Integrate Pison Sensors in Wearables
Hybrid Fitness Smartwatches
The Moto Watch 40 Strikes a Balance Between Device Styles
Sporty Vital-Tracking Smartwatches
The Polar Vantage V3 Boasts a Triple-Sensor Array
Mechanical Hybrid Smartwatch Concepts
Priyanshu Jaiswal Designs the Lunar Eclipse Hybrid Watch
Health-Tracking Smart Rings
The 'Helio Ring' Monitors Exercise, Sleep and Health Metrics
Automated Insulin Delivery Wearables
The Tandem Mobi Works with or Without a Smartphone
Wearable Stress Management Monitors
Stress & Anxiety Monitor App is a Tool That Records Triggers
Touch Message Wearables
The Bond Touch 4 Helps People Stay Connected with Haptic Technology
AI Wellness Companions
NOWATCH Insights Delivers Personalized Well-Being Insights in a Custom Way
Muscle-Monitoring Health Wearables
The CLOMP Muscle Oxygen Monitor Captures Real-Time Data
Fall-Detecting Smart Watches
The MobileHelp Smart is Always Connected to its Alert System
Smartwatch-Turned Nostalgic Handheld
tinyPod Transforms the Apple Watch Into an iPod Replica
Stylish Multifunctional Item Trackers
The Moto Tag Works with Motorola and Android Smartphones
AI-Backed Personal Assistive Earbuds
A Team of Designers Create the Personal OSO AI Earbuds
Health-Tracking Sleek Wearables
The Ring One Features a Plethora of Tracking Technology
Stylish Sensor-Packed Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch GT4 Comes in Two Size Options
Recycled Aluminum Smartwatches
The Google Pixel Watch 3 Offers 36-Hours of Use in Battery Saver
Personalized Health Gadgets
Bevel Launched a New Product That Leverages Data from Wearable Devices
Unique Dual-Boot Laptops
Lenovo's Latest Hybrid Laptop Combines Windows and Android in One
Smart Running Gloves
On's Weather Glove is Touch Screen-Compatible and Sweat-Proof
Motion-Sensing Wristwatches
The Casio Digital Basic GDB500 Series Shares Simple Step Trackers
Accessible LTE-Enabled Smartwatches
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE LTE Supports Calls, Texts and More
Smart Wearable Pet Trackers
ANOCRD Design Creates the Sustainable GoChip Device for Pets
Sleek AR Lifestyle Headsets
OPPO's Air Glass 3 Improves Experiences Using AI Technology
Two-Way Kids Messaging Wearables
The BoT Talk Communicator Keeps Kids Connected to Parents
Minimalist Accessible Smartphone Models
The HMD Arc Runs the Android 14 Go Operating System
Android-Powered Infotainment Systems
The 2025 Ford Explorer Boasts Advanced Tech in the Cabin
Neural Interface Wristbands
This New Wristband Enables Gesture Control Of Apple Devices
AR Watch Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. and TIMEZ Created a Digital Experience for Luxury Watch Shopping
Luxury Collaboration TV Experiences
Samsung and Loewe Partnered to Merge Content and Hardware
Nap-Detecting Smartwatches
This Fitness Smartwatch Incorporates Naps Into Your Rest Metrics
Wilderness-Ready Smartwatch Models
The Garmin tactix 7 AMOLED Edition Has an Adaptive Display
Haute Health-Minded Smartwatches
The Withings ScanWatch Nova Brilliant is Medical-Grade
Stylish Leather Smartwatch Bands
WITHit's New Range of Smartwatch Bands are Chic and Durable
Curvaceous Display Smartwatches
The Oppo Watch 4 Pro Has a Stainless Steel Build and More
Foldable Flagship Smartphone Models
The OnePlus Open Prioritizes Mobile Productivity
Sizeable Wellness Wearable Debuts
Samsung Previews Two New Galaxy Rings with Upgraded Features
AI Wearable Assistants
Friend Necklace Provides Open-Source AI for Tasks, Notes, and Notifications
Streamlined Phone Operating Systems
Xiaomi Announced its Next-Gen Mobile OS 'HyperOS'
Tech-Powered Business Solutions
Apple Business Connect Leverages the Brand's User Base
Industrial Gesture Control Smartwatches
The SnapSync Band-1 has an Open-Source Build
Health-Focused Smart Rings
Samsung Showcases the Galaxy Ring to Track Health Stats
Device-Locating Digital Ecosystems
Google is Officially Launching its 'Find My Device' Service
Real-Time Blood Sugar Monitors
The Dexcom G7 Integrates to Apple Watch with Real-Time Reading
Active Lifestyle-Focused Rugged Smartwatches
Garmin Recently Debuted the Instinct 3 Series
Opulent Workout-Tracking Smartwatches
The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro Smartwatch Runs the Google Wear OS
Smart Wearable Companions
'Friend' is A Wearable Device for Combatting Loneliness
Planet-Resembling Watch Faces
Samsung Presents its Galaxy Time Series of Timepieces
Efficient Productivity Smartwatches
The OnePlus Watch 2 Will Offer 100-Hours of Power Per Charge
AI-Enabled Smartwatches
The Galaxy Watch7 from Samsung Features 'Galaxy AI' Onboard
Personalized Fitness Plan Smartwatches
The Amazfit Active Smartwatch Has a BioTracker PPG Sensor
Eye-Tracking Interface Smartphones
The Honor Magic 6 Will Feature the Magic Capsule Technology
Wearable Health-Management Sunglasses
The 'iSportWear' from 'ITRI' Monitors Physiological Data
Modular Mobile Phones
The HMD Fusion Features Swappable Components with Different Features
Mobility Assistive Wearable Devices
WIRobotics Unveils the WIM Mobility Assist Wearable
Handheld Gaming Operating Systems
'PlaytronOS' is Optimized for Small Screens and Gamepad Use
Wellness Energy-Monitoring Smartwatches
The Garmin Vivoactive 5 Features Body Battery Monitor
Advanced Carbon Fiber Smartwatches
The Garmin MARQ Carbon Includes Three Device Models
Advanced Mini Fitness Trackers
The Samsung Galaxy Fit3 Has a 1.6-Inch AMOLED
Smartwatch Sleep Apnea Detections
Samsung Develops a New Galaxy Watch Feature for Sleep
Watch-Compatible Audiobook Apps
Audible Releases a New Application Compatible with Wear OS
Stylish Smartwatch Designs
The Amazfit Active 2 Smartwatch Enhances Fitness & Everyday Convenience
Personalized TV Operating Systems
The webOS Software Will Greatly Enhance LG Smart TVs
Durable Low-Cost Smartwatches
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE Has a Sapphire Glass Crystal
Minimalist Phone Alternatives
tinyPod Turns Apple Watches into an Essentials-Only Phone
Highly Customizable Smartwatches
Sō Labs Introduces the Dynamic Layer 2 Collection
Transformative Mindfulness Apps
Waking Up 3.0 is A New Operating System for Your Mind and Life
Low-Cost Aluminum Smartwatches
The OnePlus Watch 2R Offers 100-Hours of Use Per Charge
Sleel Customizable Smartwatches
CMF by Nothing Designed the Watch Pro 2 with New Updates