Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Google Fit app updated to support lower-power GPS on Wear OS

Wear OS isn't the most popular smartwatch platform available. Both Apple and Samsung have Google beat on that front. Battery life has been both a concern and a weak point when it comes to Wear OS but owners of the TicWatch Pro should see battery improvements with a new update to Google Fit. The update, outlined by 9to5Google, brings support for a new low-power GPS mode that contributes to better battery endurance while tracking workouts. From Mobvoi's website While Google didn't specifically mention which smartwatches other than the TicWatch Pro will support the feature, it...