Google I / O 2016: date and place

The date is already confirmed, Google I/O 2016 will take place between 18 and 20 May at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Montan View, San Francisco.

What will we see at Google I/O 2016?

Android N

We have already written a great article about new operating system Android N. Speaking briefly, we are waiting for new notifications menu, quick settings menu and other features.

Virtual reality

There are two main rumors about virtual reality projects related to Google.

The first one talks about a new virtual reality glasses that will compete with Samsung Gear VR. Google has already launched its affordable Cardboard glasses, but this year could launch a more serious device with lenses and improved sensors.

The second rumor says that Google intends to improve Android for virtual reality applications. Whatever it means, we expect that virtual reality will soon become part of our lives.

Chrome OS

Chrome OS may become the center of attention at Google I/O 2016. The latest rumors suggest a complete unification with Android, portable and mobile merger would create an experience never seen before.

The representative of Google have denied these rumors, however it is well known that both systems have long been in talks. In addition, the lines between hardware devices are increasingly blurred, Pixel C, for example, is more netbook than previous tablets Google, so it’s not unreasonable to think that Google is working on something new.

Android Wear

Modern smartwatches work almost without the help of smartphones but what is expected of them is still a mystery. Google could announce further improvements in voice control, more gesture controls and perhaps new devices.

In addition, we know that Android Wear is compatible with iOS since 2015, so we should not be surprised if this year Android Wear will be compatibility with Windows Phone.

Internet of Things

When Google purchased Nest for $3.2 billion in 2014, they were interested in expanding the market of Internet of things.

In 2015, Google took a step in this direction when it announced its Project Brillo – an operating system designed to facilitate the development of specific applications for this sector.

Also in 2015 Google launched OnHub: a pair of router solutions for Wi-Fi that produced in collaboration with Asus TP-Link and in order to provide better and faster Internet access.

In other words, Google has three main pillars to provide solutions for future new internet technologies: Nest, new devices, routers and its own operating system.

Project Ara

We’ve been listening to Project Ara modular phone Google since 2013, but we are still waiting for its release. In 2015, the company expected to launch a trial version but the project was delayed and eventually launch was canceled.

The official Twitter page of Project Ara confirmed that device will go on sale in 2016 somewhere in the United States. We expect more details of this project in Google I/O 2016.

Nexus 7 (2016)

7-inch tablet Google, Nexus 7, was launched for the first time in 2012 with the collaboration of ASUS. The latest rumors suggest the return of tablet in 2016 with new friend of Google – Huawei.

It is expected that Nexus 7 (2016) will have a metal body and a lower price than Pixel C, while the screen remains the same size – 7 inches.

New messaging application

Some rumors suggest that Montan View giant plans to launch a new messaging application. The main difference from other messengers on the market is artificial intelligence that uses bots to answer questions.

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Price Huawei Watch is about $ 450, making it among the most expensive Android Wear smartwatches today.

Huawei Watch: Design and screen

We start with the design, as Huawei has really succeeded in this area. Smartwatch Huawei Watch is beautiful device with a classic appearance. Especially we like silver stainless steel case with black leather strap.

In general, the watch looks high quality, premium materials and leather strap.

Huawei Watch has a button, which is responsible for the power, as well as Home button. The user controls watch via 1.4-inch AMOLED touch screen.

Screen Huawei Watch is one of the best we’ve seen on smartwatches. The pixel density is 286 ppi, and the color is really bright.

Huawei Watch: Battery life

Huawei Watch is equipped with a battery capacity of 300 mAh, which will provide about two days of battery life with the turn off screen, and about 1.5 days with active use of the functions of watch.

Charging the battery takes about an hour. Charging station is a small disk, similar to Apple Watch.

Huawei Watch: Features and performance

Smartwatch Huawei Watch comes with powerful hardware – 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor and 512 MB of RAM. The smartwatch has 4 GB of internal memory to store music and applications.

Also Huawei Watch is equipped with 6-axis motion sensor, barometer and pulse sensor.

Device works with a smartphone via Bluetooth 4.1 BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), as well as Wi-Fi access for remote notification.

The operating system, applications, and compatibility

Huawei Watch runs on the latest version of Android Wear 5.1.1. Last update has some important features such as compatibility with the iPhone, Wi-Fi, messaging between watches and gesture support.

The user interface is Google Now cards with information that you can view and expand.

It should be noted that Android Wear looks the same on all devices, because Google does not allow manufacturers to use custom skins.

Android Wear devices compatible with Android devices, but a recent update has allowed a platform to work with smartphones iPhone. However, compatibility iPhone quite limited without the application and voice control.

Conclusion

Huawei Watch is among the best smartwatches, because it is one of the most expensive smartwatch on the market.

Huawei Watch is a premium device with powerful specifications and one of the best screen of all smartwatches.

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Platform Android Wear was announced in March 2014 and June 25, 2014, at the conference Google I / O introduced the first smart watch on Android Wear: Samsung Gear Live and LG G Watch.

Rumors about the update Android Wear 1.3 walked for a long time, and it is not surprising, since the current version of the operating system, there are some aspects that can be improved. The main feature of this update is the interactive dials for devices running Android Wear, which in turn leads to greater information content on the screens of hours. Now the user will be able to bring to dial any interesting information or a label on the desired application. For example, the dial that shows the current weather conditions, when you open the details.

In our today’s article, we look at how to change the platform, as well as consider new applications and functions that include an update.

We have written this review after two weeks of using Android Wear 1.3 (Build LCA44B) on smart watches Moto 360 (2014) paired with Samsung Galaxy S6 EDGE. At the time of this writing, the update Android Wear 1.3 is available for 10 different hours from different manufacturers.

Initial Setup Android Wear

Platform Android Wear 1.3 is designed so that it relies on a connection and receive instructions from your smartphone. This does not mean that the device on Android Wear 100% of the time must be connected to the smartphone, but most of the information is transmitted to the wearing device when connecting to the smartphone. For the connection usually used Bluetooth, but you can also use Wi-Fi.

To connect a wearable device with Android Wear 1.3 your smartphone, you do not need a long time to dig into the settings. All you need to do – just install and run the application on Android Wear 1.3 your smartphone. The application including Bluetooth, and try to find a portable device running Android Wear 1.3, which fall within the range of Bluetooth. For the connection of portable devices to your phone, you will need to enter the code interface.

Operating System Android Wear 1.3 check for updates, and if they are upgraded to the latest version. Then you can choose which applications you want to install on your watch and synchronize them. Synchronization can take from 1 to 15 minutes.

After synchronization is complete, the wearing device will show you how to navigate the interface. As part of the training is complete, you will have access to all the applications and features that have been added to your clock with your smartphone.

Overall, this is a fairly simple process. Application Android Wear 1.3 is now much better informs the user, explaining in detail how and what to do. Therefore, if you carefully read the instructions, you are unlikely to have questions on the use of Android Wear 1.3.

Compared with the previous version of Android Wear, Google made it so that the user easily to explore the operating system, even if he never had the experience of using it.

Navigating the interface of Android Wear 1.3

Interface Android Wear 1.3 comprises five main parts – the face, the application section, a list of contacts, voice commands, and settings. By default, when downloading is always displayed face. Dial interactive and on him you will receive information from your smartphone and will be able to interact with it. This includes Google Now, incoming calls, battery status information and other notices.

Any notification, which support clock on Android Wear, can be displayed directly on the home screen and portable devices with the same screen you can interact with them. These interactions can be as simple (for example, marking the incoming e-mail as read) or complex (eg, a response to the message by voice). This greatly simplifies the work of your smartphone, and you will not have to get every time your machine, unlock it and include exactly what the application in which it was notified.

Alert that you are not interested, you can close using swipe or unlock your smartphone and remove it without downloading to watch.

All of your applications that can be synchronized with the clock arranged in alphabetical order down the left side. For those users who have installed on your phone a very large number of applications, this list may seem very long. If you are tired of flipping back and forth between multiple applications, the last three applications you chose to appear at the top of the list. Some of the applications are ordered according to the manufacturer (eg, Motorola has its own applications for fitness and heart rate monitor).

Under Settings, you can change the font, see the remaining amount of the battery, reboot your watch, if something went wrong or view information about the system. Once you once everything is set up, it is unlikely you will go to this section frequently.

Contact section looks quite interesting. All your contacts are arranged in alphabetical order, it is also possible to write a text message or a call to the number that is not in the list.

Voice commands and access to the service Google Now can be accessed from any partition hours. To activate Google Now, you just need to say: «OK, Google». If you do not want to completely dictate the name of the team, you can scroll through the commands and options to choose from them right. However, after this, you will still need to use your voice, because the clock is not the keyboard. Many will say, “why not set the clock keyboard” … The answer is simple – use it will disastrously uncomfortable, so the only option through the clock input is voice commands.

Gestures wrist Android Wear

One of the most frustrating things in the previous version of Android Wear was that even simple management functions of hours needed a second hand. In order to, for example, browse incoming notification to be done is a second hand. The Android Wear 1.3 Google has found a solution to this problem by adding the function of gestures wrist.

Now, instead of having to scroll through your notice to the other hand, you can do it with the help of gestures. For example, if you shake the clock away, you will be notified from one to another, and shaking the clock in the opposite direction, back to the list of notifications. This allows you to quickly view the notice, without being distracted, for example, from driving when you hold the steering wheel with both hands.

Having experienced this method of controlling the clock with the help of gestures, you will quickly get used to it, and training you will need to spend quite a bit of time.

Application Android Wear

The first thing you will notice that the updated application for smartphones Android Wear 1.3 changed the icon. The image that you can see below is an improved version that is better matched to the style of Material Design.

Another interesting feature, for which say “thank you” to the developers, it is an opportunity to select a device in debug mode.

A new feature «Together» and new dials are perhaps the main feature of the updated Android Wear. Thanks «Together» owners of “smart” watches will be able to “connect” their dials messaging, reminders, events, smiles, and various media content.

In addition, interactive dials allow you to change the default behavior when you click on them, thereby providing a new way to interact with the device. For example, you can quickly change the background color or the hours to begin training.

As for new applications in the Android Wear, they presented “weather” and “translator”. “Weather” from a simple Google Now cards in the previous version has turned into an interesting application with which you can learn the forecast for the next four days, as well as more detailed weather information.

The feature of “translator” is that in it the ability to use voice recognition in the form of, “Okay, Google. Translate …”.

Notifications Android Wear

If you use your smartphone for “anything”, and get a lot during the day the notification of all applications installed on it, you will certainly be annoying constant notifications on your watch. The Android Wear 1.3 is there a way to remove the display notifications on the clock by using the “never show me notice of this application.”

You can configure notifications from any application to be displayed on the clock, and from none, adding and removing them from the blocked section. You can, for example, to turn off all notifications that come with your application Facebook or disable only the specific types of notifications.

Once you have selected an application, notice of which you want to disable all notifications from it immediately cease to come. If later you decide to take, they made a mistake, you need to go back to the settings and to remove the application from the list.

Fitness Tracker in Android Wear

Despite the wealth of changes in Android Wear 1.3 over the last year, at the moment only one clock can act as a fitness tracker particularly well, and this Sony SmartWatch 3. The functionality of “smart” watches of previous generations as a fitness tracker, including the Moto 360 limited heart rate monitor and usually inaccurate meter steps. In the second generation of hours, the situation has improved slightly, but the lack of GPS in most cases does not give the opportunity to get accurate results.

What the devices on Android Wear 1.3 lacking in a hardware point of view, they are trying to catch up with the help of software. Integration with Google Fit is a key part of the Android Wear. The application is able to gather all the usual statistics for these products, as well as work with the objectives which the user can specify. Google Fit distinguishes between walking, running and cycling, said of overcoming distance, pace, calories burned, and even gives you recommendations based on your achievements. You can also set themselves specific goals for yourself, such as the duration of employment or the number of steps you want to go. After that, Google Fit will create a graphical visualization for easy tracking of a particular job. You can also link to any third-party application fitness trackers, services and applications for more precise tracking of physical activity.

If you – happy owner of a smart watch on Android Wear 1.3, the Google Fit is already installed.

Verdict Android Wear 1.3

Operating System Android Wear 1.3 has improved significantly over the last year. The developers were able to not only remove all errors and defects but also to make the interface more friendly to newcomers so that even users without experience with this platform is easy to learn throughout.

Many people ask, “Should I buy a smart watch Android Wear 1.3?” The answer: “Definitely worth it!”. The reasons for this are many. First, smart watches will help you to get less out of pocket your smartphone due to the fact that it came to any notice. Secondly, they will relieve you of unnecessary movements when you’re behind the wheel, because if you get any notice, You will need only to look at your watch, without taking the stand or smartphone with bags. And in the end, the smart watch – a stylish accessory with which you will always look modern because we live in a century of innovation and endless progress.

Source: androidcentral

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Feature of the new wireless headphones from Parrot

The first innovation – support for wireless chargers standard Qi, and such accessory is supplied. Charge the new wireless headphones for 2 hours, after which can work Zik 3 18. Connect the sound source can be as a Bluetooth, or via a cable. In the first case to accelerate the proposed use of technology NFC, which is also supported by innovation.

Among other features of note detector head (when you shoot the headphones, the music automatically pauses), noise reduction system with 4 microphones and linked to the noise map using GPS, support for USB-audio, and the ability to work with the clock Apple Watch and models to Android Wear.

Information about the price of the new new wireless headphones yet. But we know that Zik 3 will be available in black, brown, green and red colors.

Source: theverge

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Feature of the new teaser for smartwatch Samsung Gear S2

Representatives of the company lifted the veil a little on the characteristics of watches. In particular, it is clear that as the operating system will not be used Android Wear – interface at a very unusual smartwatch Samsung.

Icons on the screen are situated at the edges of the housing circumference. The watch can display the time, calendar events and other data needed by the user.

Next month, smartwatch Samsung has promised to demonstrate Gear S2 at IFA, in Berlin.

Source: engadget

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As a modern, high-tech accessory, ZenWatch 2 allows you to emphasize the personal style of the user due to the wide choice of housing options (two sizes, three colors), the strap (18 different combinations of materials and colors) and the dial (in addition to standard, you can create your own design screen hours) .

Hours ZenWatch 2 different from the first model, improved design, software updates and additional functionality. In particular, there is now a body of the metal button, used as a control, and a completely new magnetic charger significantly accelerates the battery charging hours.

Especially for the second generation ZenWatch has developed a new version of the application Wellness («Cheers”), which serves as a personal fitness manager, helping the user to track the level of physical activity and improve their physical shape.

Haute Horlogerie – ZenWatch 2

ZenWatch 2 – is a stylish product that differs exclusive design, premium materials, and excellent workmanship. The watch is in a robust stainless steel housing, which is available in two sizes and three colors. Their display is covered with a durable protective glass Corning Gorilla Glass 3, preventing scratches.

Hours ZenWatch 2 offers multiple-choice strap, which differ in color and material. Durable and flexible rubber strap, available in blue, orange, red and gray-brown color, perfect for athletes, people who lead active lifestyles, and generally all those who prefer an informal style of dress.

Versatility is an elegant leather strap (khaki, brown, gray, blue and orange versions), and to create a representation of the image is worth paying attention to stainless steel bracelet, whose color (silver, metallic gray or pink gold) matches the color of the body as much as possible themselves hours. In addition, the result of a collaboration with the company ASUS Swarovski Professional has become a luxury leather strap embossed with figure decorated with crystals Swarovski.

Unlike traditional hours, ZenWatch 2 makes it easy to change the look of the dial under the current mood or style of the user. In addition to a wide selection of standard dials can apply their own, creating them with the help of a special application.

Intelligent functionality

Hours ZenWatch 2 uses the latest version of the operating system Android Wear and can be used in conjunction with the Android smartphone, extending their functionality. The display clock shows the details of incoming calls and messages, various notices and other information that can be viewed without taking your smartphone out of your pocket or bag. Total hours greatly expanded functionality compared with the first model ZenWatch.

One of the most popular features of the original clock ZenWatch had the opportunity to display their images with viewfinder screen smartphone. This is especially useful when taking group photos and self to which you want to capture, and the photographer. In ZenWatch 2 this function was not only maintained, but also improved. For example, it is possible to switch between the front and rear cameras smartphone.

In addition to software improvements ZenWatch there are 2 hardware. Watches boast enhanced water resistance that allows them not to shoot in the rain, and the new Charger significantly reduces the charging time of the battery.

The new version of the application Wellness («Cheers»)

With built-in sensors and special application Wellness, hours ZenWatch 2 can be used as a personal fitness manager. They are able to track user activity throughout the day and specially optimized for such sports activities as running and cycling. All the collected information is displayed in the form of the application of intuitive charts and graphs. There, the user can set goals to improve their physical fitness and to monitor their achievement.

Source: Pocket-lint

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What device differs from its predecessor? Design and more advanced functionality. Developers from Taiwan offer 2 modifications.

Model WI501Q boasts strap width 22 mm and 41-mm case. WI502Q modest dimensions – 18 mm and 37 mm, respectively. Let’s look at the main features of the device.

Features of Asus ZenWatch 2

Both assemblies are equipped with excellent AMOLED screen with curved glass (like 2,5D). Scratches and bumps, they are not afraid of it thanks to the protection Gorilla Glass 3.

Another important point: water resistance. The device is made according to the standard IP67. And the 30-minute dive to a depth meter chronometer will not hurt.

“Heart” is a unit processor Qualcomm Snapdragon. Chip model, unfortunately, is not specified.

Yet it is worth noting the improved version of Remote Camera & Wellness, magnetic charging system. And also control wheel, similar to the Digital Crown from Apple.

If we talk about the colors of the dial, three of them: a pink-gold, bronze and silver. Plus bracelets for every taste – rubber, metal and leather.

Conclusion of Asus ZenWatch 2

New smart watches Asus ZenWatch 2 offer a good packaging to suit all tastes. The price information is not available.

Source: NextPowerUp

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Wearable devices overflow our world. And many companies want to show their individual devices. A few days ago, Motorola has shown their smart watches Moto 360 with metal bands. As reported sales have already begun. Location sales oriented while in India for US $ 315.

According to the manufacturer sales, have already begun in India smart watches Moto 360 with metal bands. But it does not limit sales in the near future promises of sale and in other countries. As you know Moto 360 is a great competitor Apple Watch. And now the company Google and Motorola have begun a large supply of its products to other markets.

According to Motorola, the delivery of smart watches with leather bands do not stop, and the prices remain the same. There is also an opportunity to buy a new separate metallic strap for your watch. Many reasons for the increase new acquisitions are possible now.

Features Moto 360 With Metal Bands

Technical features remain unchanged, and smart watch with a metal band will be delivered with the same charge processor TI OMAP 3. In addition to the onboard device is 512 GB of RAM. And for a comfortable storage notebooks data, the device has 4GB of internal memory.

The display of the device remains unchanged, and the choice of only one size is 1.5 inch screen. Inside the device is set the pretty good battery to operate for about one week. In addition, you can find the functions Qi wireless charging device. Which is very convenient for weakly charged battery.

Smart watches offer to work with OS Android Wear. And according to the manufacturer update Android Wear get a lot of innovations and shortcomings have been finalized.

In conclusion, a new watch Moto 360 With Metal Bands proven themselves from the good side, both in terms of design. But in terms of choice of sizes and features, there is little work to be the manufacturer.

Source: Geeky-Gadgets

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Like most hours on the Android Wear. ASUS ZenWatch can not boast of more than 2-day battery life. Apparently, the company has heard all the comments on this account. And now ready to release new watches ASUS VivoWatch. The clock can work up to 10 days extra battery life without recharging. While the basic specifications are shrouded in mystery. ASUS has said. New wearable device has a rugged stainless steel housing. IP67 protection against dust and water. And be able to watch the heart rate and sleep phases.

Judging by the picture, the device is equipped with a black and white screen. And colored lights. ASUS VivoWatch likely will not work on Android Wear. Previously, there were assumptions. And that new watch ASUS will support the platform Windows.

In the market of portable gadgets already have a number of devices. Gadgets differ viable battery. Among them Fitbit Surge, Pebble Time, Basis Peak and Garmin Vivoactive. All of them have different price range. How much will cost new VivoWatch – yet to learn. Despite the fact that ASUS declined to comment on the matter. Cost and technical capabilities device will be partially open. Namely design exhibition in Milan.

Source: Engadget

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Google is actively working to ensure that the platform for smart watches Android Wear could work with the iPhone.

According to a source close to the development team, this process is already nearing completion. If Google still be able to realize his dream. And Apple will give OK, it will watch for Android Wear compete with Apple Watch.

At the moment, Android Wear already works in conjunction with a mobile application for the iPhone and supports the basic functions. For example, the watch displays a notification that can be seen in the photo below.

Just as with the Android-smartphone, hours, working with the iPhone, support options Google Now, voice search and other voice features. It is possible that users will be able to reply to messages in Gmail.

By analogy, Android smartphones, hours, working with the iPhone, support options Google Now, voice search, and other voice features. It is possible that users will be able to reply to messages in Gmail.

Back in October last year, product manager for Android Wear Jeff Chang did not rule out the possibility that Google will be able to implement his dream. In discussing the compatibility of iOS and Android Wear, he said: “We are very interested in the fact that it happened.”

With regard to this statement, it is difficult to say what they think Apple is compatible with Android Wear-Watch app in your store App Store. Of course, the apple company does not make sense to do it before the exit Apple Watch. Meanwhile, Apple declined to comment, and Google representatives said that “there is nothing about what it would be possible to say.”

Source: TheVerge

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