Pebble has relaunched its companion app on the App Store and Google Play, making its smartwatch more accessible for iOS and Android users. The reintroduced app simplifies connectivity, including setup guides and improved notifications for storage issues during Bluetooth installations.
Enhanced Features and Accessibility
The updated app now offers access to a vast library of around 2,000 apps and over 10,000 watch faces from a catalog in Taiwan. This integration eliminates the need for sideloading and eases pairing with newer phones. The app supports essential functions such as notifications, watch face browsing, and firmware updates across all Pebble generations.
- Pebble app relaunched: available on iOS and Android.
- Includes over 10,000 watch faces from Taiwan catalog.
- 2,000 apps available: simplifies pairing and setup.
- Supports all Pebble watch generations.
- Expands audience for developers.
New Hardware and Market Position
Pebble started shipping new hardware with the Pebble 2 Duo series, beginning with 2,960 units in white. The devices are lightweight, have always-on displays, and promise multi-day battery life, contrasting with competitors like Apple and Samsung by focusing on utility and community-driven culture.
This comeback follows Pebble's earlier closure after Fitbit's acquisition, underlining a revitalized blend of community involvement and new hardware developments. Pebble's strategic emphasis on battery life and practical utility aims to carve out a niche in the wearables market.
