Google updates Wear OS so smartwatches can receive independent earthquake alerts via Google Play Services, warning users even ...

Google has added standalone earthquake alerts to Wear OS, allowing smartwatches to warn users over Wi-Fi or data even when not paired to a phone.

Today, Google tipped us to a change that will allow earthquake alerts to arrive on Wear OS watches, even if they aren’t paired with your smartphone. To be clear here, Wear OS has had earthquake alerts ...

A small change that makes a big safety difference ...

Wear OS smartwatches can do a great many things, and one of those things is a new feature being added this week, specifically ...

They will now reach you even if your watch isn't currently connected to your phone. Google is now sending earthquake alerts ...

Wear OS watches might soon be able to deliver these safety alerts even when they are not paired with a smartphone.

Android earthquake detection has reshaped how people stay safe in seismic events by turning billions of smartphones into a global detection network. These everyday devices act as miniature sensors, ...

Google is quietly giving its Wear OS smartwatches more independence during emergencies. According to the latest Google Play Services release notes, ...