Google has announced that it is open-sourcing the Pebble Smartwatch operating system, making it freely available for developers and enthusiasts. This move aims to stimulate innovation and further development in the wearable technology sector.
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Pebble Smartwatch OS Now Open Source Under Google Auspices
Google has released the source code for the Pebble smartwatch operating system, making it available to the public under an open-source license. This move allows developers and enthusiasts to modify, redistribute, and build upon the original Pebble OS, potentially leading to community-driven development and new applications for the platform. The release includes the core operating system, along with associated tools and resources. This initiative marks a significant shift from the closed-source nature of the original Pebble platform before its acquisition.
Pebble Innovator Rejuvenates Smartwatch Segment, Google Embraces Open Source
Pebble founder Eric Migicovsky makes a triumphant return to the smartwatch industry with a new venture, while Google takes a strategic move by open-sourcing its wearable software.
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