Sources say Xiaomi will launch a smartwatch based on Google Wear OS

Thanks to CTOnews.com netizen OC_Formula for the clue delivery! CTOnews.com, March 4 (Xinhua) after years of releasing watches with proprietary systems, Xiaomi seems to be preparing to launch a smartwatch running Google's Wear OS 3 system.

Recently, Xiaomi launched its S1 Pro to the global market, offering a high-quality but traditional smartwatch design, 12nm chip (CTOnews.com Note: Hengxuan 4 core chip equipped with 2.5D GPU), a range of health sensors and long enough battery life to last up to two weeks on a single charge.

For high-end models, Xiaomi claims that its watches run "MIUI Watch OS", but at the bottom, these smartwatches are still based on Android. But Xiaomi watches often lack some of the exclusive features provided by Google's apps and services.

According to sources, Xiaomi will be equipped with Google Play services and a complete "Wear OS" system on the new watch model, is expected to support Wear OS 3, and will be managed through the "Mi Fitness (xiaomi Wear)" app. The new watch is expected to be released in 2023.

In addition, Xiaomi will continue to launch other non-Wear OS watches with proprietary "MIUI Watch OS". By comparison, the life of the Wear OS watch is not good.

Google Pixel Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 series, etc. have been equipped with Wear OS 3 system, as well as Fossil Group and its various brands Diesel, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Montblanc, Suunto, Tiger Heuer, West Rail City watches also use Wear OS 3 system.