Qualcomm confirms the new Wear OS can work on existing smartwatches
(Android Central)

Qualcomm is switching up the already confusing narrative around the upcoming Wear OS update. What you need to know Qualcomm has stated that its current smartwatch chips can support the upcoming Wear OS update. The company says that it is working with Google on bringing the new update to current chips. Fossil has already stated that current watches aren`t getting the update, and Mobvoi seems unsure. Qualcomm has stated that its current smartwatch chips can support the upcoming Wear OS update that Google and Samsung are developing. The company spoke to XDA-Developers and confirmed support with the new Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100, and even the older Snapdragon Wear 3100. This could potentially enable many of the best Wear OS watches to extend their lifespans. That said, Qualcomm`s statement still leaves plenty up in the air. We are working with Google on bringing Wear OS 3.0 to Snapdragon Wear 4100+ and 4100 platforms. Snapdragon Wear 3100, 4100+ and 4100 platforms are capab...