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Google Play Store Gets Redesign for Wear OS
A preview of what's to come in Wear OS 3.0
By Allison Murray Allison Murray Tech News Reporter Southern Illinois University Allison reports on all things tech. She's a news junky that keeps her eye on the latest trends. Allison is a writer working out of Chicago, IL, with her only coworker: her cat Norbert. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on July 7, 2021 12:47PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Smart & Connected Life Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Google released an updated Play Store for Wear OS ahead of the upcoming Wear OS 3.0. A Reddit user spotted the updated Google Play Store look earlier this week, posting photos of the new changes. 9to5Google notes that the new design looks less cramped on the watch’s small screen, thanks to the pill-shaped cards, and includes a bit more color to make the options stand out. Getty Images/Westend61 The new Play Store UI is reportedly rolling out to select users slowly before a wider rollout to all Wear OS devices. It’s all a part of the complete overhaul of Google’s smartwatch operating system coming later this year and announced at the Google I/O Conference in May. During the event, Google said that it is merging its smartwatch operating system with Samsung's to improve Google’s Wear OS and Samsung’s Tizen-based software platform. These improvements will include better battery life, 30% faster loading times for apps, and smoother animations. More customization options also will play a crucial part in how you use your Wear OS-powered smartwatch. In addition, the release of new tiles and personalization features will help bring that experience to users. "At Samsung, we have long focused on creating the best possible connected experiences between Galaxy smartwatches and smartphones, working in perfect harmony together," Janghyun Yoon, an executive vice president at Samsung, wrote on the company’s website. "This new platform is the next step in that mission, and we’re looking forward to giving consumers the best mobile experience.” The last time Google did a Wear OS redesign was November 2019, when the company added My Apps, Accounts, and Settings at the bottom of the main page, rather than in a pulldown menu. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Samsung Galaxy Watch 4: Price, Release Date, Specs, and News How to Install Google Play on Kindle Fire Wear OS vs. watchOS: Which Is the Better Software? The 5 Best Features of Wear OS Google I/O 2023: Dates, News, Rumors, and Everything Else To Know How to Add Apps to a Galaxy Watch The Official Android Versions Guide: Everything You Need to Know Samsung Unpacked 2022: Announcements, News, and More Michael Kors Access Gen 5E MKGO Review: Luxury Styling Combined With Smart Chops What Is Tizen OS? LG Watch Style Review: The Old Standard of Wear OS 2.0 Smartwatches Amazon Fire vs. Samsung Tablet: Which Is Right for You? Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 GPS Review: Dual Displays Extend Battery Life How to Add Apps to a Samsung Galaxy Watch The 10 Best Tips and Tricks for Wear iOS App Store vs. Google Play Store Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies