Wear, formerly Android Wear, doesGoogle smartwatch-platformthat powers the watches of dozens of manufacturers. Some smartwatch manufacturers pack a lot of features into their default apps, but you can turn a simple, cheap smartwatch into a powerhouse with the right smartwatch apps.
Find the best Android smartwatch apps
Reduced version of GoogleGoogle Playis available on your wrist, making it easy to discover new smartwatch apps for your Wear device. In the Wear edition of Google Play, you'll find a list of popular apps, some useful categories, and even a list of apps on your phone for which smartwatch versions are available.
Because it can be difficult to scroll through thousands of smartwatch app options on such a small screen, we've rounded up the 15 best Wear apps to help you be more productive, access important information, and entertain yourself as you are not using your watch. telephone.
The apps in this list are available for free on Google Play. Some of them have a premium version that you can purchase and some have optional in-app purchases. Still, you can use the basic version of each app for free.
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Find parking: Parking
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what we like
Automatically determine where you park.
He works in the construction of underground and internal parking garages.
What we don't like
The interface does not work properly on some devices.
A Bluetooth device is required for automatic parking.
ParKing is a handy app with which you no longer have to remember where you parked your car. When you launch the app on your smartwatch, all you have to do is tap the little car icon to save where you parked. When it's time to find your car, you can zoom in on the viewGoogle Mapsdisplay of the exact location.
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Take notes: Google Keep
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what we like
Create and access notes and reminders.
It syncs with other devices.
Connect to Android and iOS devices.
What we don't like
Problems syncing some phones and watches.
You cannot open notes on your phone from the clock interface.
Google Keep, which appears on the Wear smartwatch as Keep Notes, is a lightweight note-taking app available across devices and through a web interface.
With the Google Keep version for your smartwatch, you can access your notes on the go and take notes wherever you are. Notes created on your watch are synced to the cloud so you can access them later on other devices.
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Never stand in the rain again: AccuWeather
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what we like
Accurate predictions suitable for small screens.
The Companion app provides detailed information about the forecast.
What we don't like
Moving is difficult.
You cannot switch between multiple locations.
The AccuWeather app gives you the same forecasts you access online or on your phone on your Wear smartwatch. You won't get information from MinuteCast, Radar, or other bells and whistles because the information is scaled down with the limited screen size on smartwatches. You get a weather app that is easy to read at a glance.
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Listen to podcasts: use templates
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what we like
Download podcasts to your smartwatch.
Automatically download new episodes.
Discover new podcasts.
What we don't like
Requires phone to import podcasts.
Requires Android 7.0 or later on the phone.
Wear Casts is a standalone Wear app, meaning it works independently of your phone (other than sending podcasts to your watch). With Wear Casts you can download podcasts to your watch, pair Bluetooth headphones and listen to podcasts whenever you want, even if your phone is out of Bluetooth range.
Because Wear Casts doesn't require a constant Bluetooth connection to your phone, it uses less battery than other apps.
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Access to Alexa: Listen to Alexa
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what we like
Use your smartwatch to do almost anything Alexa can do.
Extend Alexa functionality throughout your home.
What we don't like
Does not support all skills.
Some features are missing from official Alexa devices.
Amazon has an officialAlexa app for Android phones, but not compatible with Wear. This is where the third-party app Listens for Alexa comes into play. This app brings Alexa to your wrist and includes most of the features of a real Alexa device.
You can even use this app to control any smart home device you normally control with yoursthere is Amazon.
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Make a shopping list: Bring!
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what we like
Generate shopping lists on your watch.
Save your loyalty card details.
Share shopping lists with family members.
What we don't like
Items cannot be added using a barcode reader.
Searchable items do not contain specific brands.
To take! is a shopping list app that lets you create, edit and share lists right from your smartwatch. It comes with a library of items with easy-to-understand icons, and you can add items to your list using the smartwatch's voice transcription feature.
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Search public transport: Citymapper
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what we like
Ensures travel time by public transport, walking and cycling.
It supports mixed transport routes.
Enter Uber time and cost.
What we don't like
Only works in certain cities.
Departure times are not always correct.
Citymapper is a must if you use public transport in any of the cities it serves or plan to visit a city it serves. It brings tons of information about buses, trains, subways, ferries and taxis straight to your wrist.
The downside is that it's only available in a limited number of cities and is useless if you don't live in one of these cities and don't plan to visit.
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Track your sleep: sleep like an android
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what we like
Lucid dream mode.
Integrates with the Sleep as Android phone app.
The only true sleep tracking option in Wear.
What we don't like
Does not work without the Sleep as Android app.
Settings can be confusing.
One major feature missing from Wear smartwatches compared to dedicated fitness devices like Fitbit is sleep tracking. Sleep tracking apps on Google Play that work with Wear but Sleep are also missing as Android fits the bill nicely.
Sleep as Android is packed with features, some of which are not available on dedicated fitness devices. For example, Lucid Sleep Mode can detect when you're entering REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep and provide an audible alert to help you realize you're asleep without fully waking you up.
The only downside to Sleep as Android is that the smartwatch app doesn't work independently of your phone. That's why you want to make sure your phone is charged, paired with your watch, and always with you when you go to bed.
useApps on your phonein the Google Play Store on your watch to download it.
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Verify your identity: Google Authenticator
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what we like
It's your Google Authenticator, but on your watch.
Large numbers are easy to read.
What we don't like
It doesn't work without a phone.
It does not act as a backup for your phone's authentication token.
If you useGoogle Authenticator app on your phone, this app is a great accessory to add to your arsenal. It offers easy access to authenticators with a swipe, and the numbers are large enough to be easy to read even on small smartwatch screens.
The only downside is that it relies on the phone to function, so it can't act as a backup for the authenticator on the phone.
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Crunch Numbers: Calculator
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what we like
It loads and works quickly.
Large numbers are easy to read.
What we don't like
There is no scientific calculation function.
No graphics functions.
If you're a math genius, having a calculator on your wrist might not be very appealing. For the rest of us, the humble Google Calculator app is a great answer to the bulky calculator watches of the 80's and takes the headache out of calculating tips.
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Get new watch faces: Mr. Time
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what we like
Tons of free watch face designs.
New designs are added regularly.
Make your own watch faces.
What we don't like
Bluetooth errors may prevent you from downloading new watch faces.
It works slowly on some devices.
Many free and paid apps give you access to new watch faces, but Mr. Time is at the top of the list. It includes free watch faces, premium watch faces that you can buy, and you can design your own watch faces.
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Golf: hole 19
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what we like
Access range information while playing golf.
Decent range including small local courses.
You don't have to take out your phone for every shot.
What we don't like
It doesn't work without a phone.
Analysis tools you can fall back on after your round.
Hole19 is a golf distance tracking and score keeping app that runs on your phone. In addition, it has an accessory smartwatch application that allows access to the most important information from a comfortable wrist.
If your home course is one of the more than 40,000 courses offered by Hole19, you can use the smartphone and smartwatch apps for free. There is a paid version, but it mainly offers high-definition graphics rather than unlocking additional course information.
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Test your brain: infinite loop
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what we like
Works well with limited screen space.
Challenging but relaxing game.
What we don't like
It is not stored in the cloud.
If you have to reinstall, you will lose your progress.
Despite the minimal screen space available on Wear smartwatches, there are some decent games available on the platform. Infinity Loop is especially suited for small screen gaming. This puzzle game uses the basic mechanics of tapping puzzle pieces to rotate them until they form a pattern.
It's easy to download and simple compared to the big smartphone games, but it's a small waste of time that you can play without reaching for your phone.
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Stay Hydrated: Reminder to drink water
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what we like
Automatically generate reminders on your watch and phone.
Handy if you have the habit of drinking too little water.
What we don't like
Annoying warning sounds.
Problems syncing some phones and watches.
There are many benefits to staying hydrated. Still, most people have a hard time remembering to take a few sips here and there throughout the day.
Water Drink Reminder is designed to remind you to drink regularly so that you drink the optimal amount of water based on your height and weight. It works on both your phone and smartwatch, so you're less likely to miss a reminder.
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Find your way: Google Maps
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what we like
Automatically reorients the map based on the direction you are looking.
Makes it easy to find local attractions.
What we don't like
Reduced from the regular Google Maps app.
Limited options and functions.
The Google Maps app is an easy sell on Wear. This is simplified compared to the full smartphone app. However, it makes it easier to get around and find local points of interest while walking. It also allows you to pin a pin to your destination and start full navigation on your phone.
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