Mobvoi Releases Wear OS 3 on Older TicWatch Models, Ending Software Drought!
Google’s latest announcement in May, Wear OS 4, marked a significant upgrade to its wearable platform. Initially featured on Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 6 in July, it later extended to Samsung’s Watch 5 and Watch 4 lines. October saw the release of Google’s Pixel Watch 2, accompanied by updates to the original variant, both running on Wear OS 4.
Now, breaking its notorious pattern, Mobvoi has surprised its users by rolling out Wear OS 3 to many older smartwatches from TicWatch. Yes, you read it correctly – Wear OS 3.
Their post-release software support has been questionable for people who are familiar with Mobvoi’s history. However, the latest move indicates a shift as Wear OS 3 becomes available for TicWatch Pro 3, TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, and TicWatch E3. This comes after a prolonged period of uncertainty and delayed promises.
Wear OS 3, initially announced in 2021 with exclusivity to Samsung, eventually opened up for other manufacturers in 2022. Fossil seized the opportunity, releasing Wear OS for its watches. Mobvoi, however, seemed to lag behind, with sporadic updates and vague promises.
Almost all smartwatches, including Gabb, are equipped with OS 3. Despite the embarrassment and delays, Mobvoi confirmed its commitment to bringing Wear OS 3 to TicWatch Pro 3, TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, and TicWatch E3. In May, just before Google unveiled Wear OS 4, Mobvoi reassured users that they were actively working on the Wear OS 3 update.
For TicWatch owners still holding on, Mobvoi has provided detailed information about the update process, emphasizing a necessary factory reset. If you’ve been patiently waiting for this overdue update, it’s time to dive into Mobvoi’s post for the specifics.
This unexpected move from Mobvoi aligns with the evolving landscape of wearable technology, bringing older devices up to speed with the latest software advancements. It remains to be seen if this signals a shift in Mobvoi’s approach to ongoing software support for its devices.
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