Google just redesigned its smartwatch operating system, Wear OS - here's everything that's new
It's easier to access and use Google Assistant now.
Google redesigned the Google Fit app, and that extends to the watches, too.
The redesigned Google Fit has two new goals, which you'll find on Wear OS watches: heart points and move minutes. Heart points give you credit for getting your heart rate up, while move minutes give you credit for any time you move throughout the day, like climbing stairs or walking around the block.
On Wear OS smartwatches, you'll now be able to see these goals, along with the rest of your activity, by swiping left. There, the new interface has activity rings similar to the Apple Watch. You'll also be able to start a workout from that screen.
Notifications are easier to view and dismiss.
Google redesigned the notifications screen on Wear OS. Not only is it better-looking now, it's easier to view more notifications at once and dismiss the ones you've already seen.
For Android users, you'll also be able to send quick replies to texts using the built-in smart replies. Google says those quick replies will adapt to your speaking style over time.
Google added more shortcuts that are now easier to find.
On the new Wear OS, Google Pay and "find my phone" will be available as shortcuts when you swipe down from the top of the watch.
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