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Wear OS 7 is now official, and Google says the new update focuses on smarter AI experiences, improved battery life, and a more flexible smartwatch interface. Announced during Google I/O 2026, the platform is based on Android 17 and will power upcoming smartwatches launching later this year. Here are seven important things to know about Wear OS 7.

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6Gemini can control apps through voice commands

Google is introducing AppFunctions support, allowing Gemini to trigger actions inside apps. For example, users can ask Gemini to start tracking a workout in Samsung Health without touching the watch.

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