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The Fossil-size hole in Wear OS


Is there a point in filling Fossil’s shoes when Google and Samsung dominate?

Fossil eventually got it on its watches, but it took so long, it turned to a partnership with Amazon Alexa to fill the gap in the meantime. Like Fossil, it’s missing LTE connectivity, EKGs, and safety features, but I’ve heard from plenty of folks who aren’t quite as interested in much beyond the basics. Mobvoi hasn’t given up, and OnePlus has entered its hat into the ring — but I don’t think it’s a coincidence that both have similar limitations and constraints.

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