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Fossil finally gets Google Assistant on its Wear OS 3 smartwatches

Google Assistant vanished on many smartwatches when the Wear OS 3 update arrived, leaving just the Pixel Watch and Samsung's newer Galaxy Watches supporting the feature. Thankfully, you no longer have to switch brands just to talk to Google on your wrist. Fossil is rolling out an update this month that adds Assistant to Gen 6 watches running Wear OS 3. This includes both Fossil's own models as well as counterparts from Diesel, Michael Kors and Skagen, although you'll need to be paired with a phone running standard Android with Google apps (Android Go and many Chinese phones won't count).

The functionality will be familiar if you've used either Google or Samsung wristwear. You can invoke the AI helper by saying "hey Google," holding a button or tapping a watch face complication. The feature lets you answer texts, control music or otherwise handle tasks that would normally require your phone. Unlike many alternatives, though, you'll also have Alexa on hand. You won't be locked into one ecosystem for speaking commands.

This won't be much help if you're using a Wear OS 3 watch from another brand, like Mobvoi or Montblanc. Fossil is one of the most popular names in Google-powered smartwatches, though. Support here ensures that many more wearable owners can use Assistant and avoid tapping a minuscule screen.

You might want to wait before purchasing if you're new to smartwatches. Fossil historically introduces new Wear OS models in late summer, with the exception being this year's mildly upgraded Gen 6 Wellness Edition in January. While there's no word on when Gen 7 will arrive or what it might entail, it's likely to be a significant upgrade if and when it appears — we wouldn't buy Gen 6 just because Assistant is ready. The update is more for existing owners who lost functionality last year.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/fossil-finally-gets-google-assistant-on-its-wear-os-3-smartwatches-194519611.html?src=rss
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Fossil has partnered with Razer to make the Razer X Fossil Gen 6 smartwatch, which brings the gaming brand’s colorful aesthetic to Fossil’s latest wearable.
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Amazon Alexa is coming to your Fossil Gen 6 smartwatch before midyear

Amazon Alexa will arrive on Fossil Gen 6 smartwatches before the mid-2022, according to the company, where it will operate alongside Google Assistant.
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Fossil preparing their first LTE Wear OS smartwatch

Fossil looks like they might be ready to dive into the LTE smartwatch market, according to an FCC filing. It doesn’t look like it’ll be a full Gen 6 upgrade, but if you’re looking for a solid smartwatch contender with a data connection, it might be your best bet. Fossil LTE smartwatch Despite Qualcomm announcing […]

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UK might ban sales of fossil fuel cars as early as 2030

The UK might soon move up its ban on sales of combustion engine cars — yes, again. The Financial Times and the BBC both claim Prime Minister Boris Johnson will announce a ban on fossil fuel car sales by 2030, five years ahead of the most recent targe…
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The Fossil Gen 5E smartwatches are slimmer (and cheaper)

Fossil has released several new smartwatches, detailing the Fossil Gen 5e devices powered by Google’s own Wear OS. These watches are a little more design and price focused, with slimmer designs and price tags that should be a little easier on your wallet. Fossil Gen 5e You might recognize these smartwatches as being very similar […]

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[Deal] Snag a refurbished Fossil Sport smartwatch with WearOS for just $49

If you’ve been on the fence about dipping your toes into the Wear OS platform, there’s no better time than right now to strap a smartwatch with Google’s smartwatch platform on to your wrist. And with Fossil’s refurbed Sport smartwatch reduced all the way down to just $ 49, there’s no need to break the bank. […]

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EU lending bank aims to cut funding for fossil fuel projects by 2020

The European Union has some very long-term environmental goals, but it might not wait around to make some crucial changes. The Guardian has seen proposals from the EU's lender, the European Investment Bank, that would bar funding for any energy infr…
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Android Wear goes upscale with watches from Fossil, Tag Heuer, more at Baselworld

Baselworld 2017 is nearly here, and we’re expecting to see a ton of great new smartwatches from the likes of Tag Heuer, Movado, and more. Here’s everything we expect to see at the annual watch and jewelry trade show.

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Ireland may become the first country to completely divest from fossil fuels

In a decisive victory for the Earth, Ireland has become the world’s first country to completely divest from fossil fuels. In a 90 to 53 vote, the Irish Parliament passed legislation that will drop coal, oil, and gas investments.

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Fossil could be the only company that really gets wearables right in 2017

Fossil is taking the same approach to its wearable tech as it does to its fashion-forward watch range, by updating them seasonally to reflect the latest trends. We’ve been looking at the latest versions.

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Fossil Q Crewmaster Hybrid Smartwatch Review

Not everyone wants to wear a touchscreen smartwatch, or a sporty fitness band, but does want the benefits both bring. The Q Crewmaster may be the answer, as it combines the best features found in both, and matches them with a cool, traditional watch body.

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Hands on: Fossil Q Wander and Q Marshal

Fossil got its feet wet in wearable tech with the Q Founder, and now it has two more smartwatches for us, the Q Marshal and the Q Wander. We go hands on with these two gorgeous Android Wear smartwatches.

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Fossil pops out 7 more stylish wearables, including two Android Wear smartwatches

Fossil is making good on its promise to deliver 100 new connected devices before the end of the year. It announced two new Android Wear devices, new fitness trackers, and even new “smart analog watches.”

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Fossil Q Founder review

The day has arrived when a smartwatch no longer has to look like a second-class citizen next to a regular watch. The Fossil Q Founder may lack on the tech side, but it makes up for it in style and class. Here’s our review.

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