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Now here’s a better looking gadget-watch! Motorola is set to release Motorola 360 with Google’s Android Wear. It will hit stores in summer, this year. US will be the first region to experience Moto 360. Watch this space for price of Moto 360 Watch.
From pictures shown by Moto, Moto 360 android watch seems capable of conducting most functions of Google Glass. That’s what Android wear is about, a Google project that is designed to support wearable devices with Android OS.
Similar to Google Glass, Moto 360 can operate functions on voice command for eg. say “OK Google” lead me to XYZ place or what’s the soccer score of ABC team.
Motorola 360 or Motorola watch boasts of features already seen on wrist gadgets. Features like health statuses, calorie count etc. Motorola and Google are already asking developers to come up with ideas to make this gadget more useful.
Android Wear lets you access and control other devices from your wrist. Just say “Ok Google” to fire up a music playlist on your phone, or cast your favorite movie to your TV. There’s a lot of possibilities here so we’re eager to see what developers build.
Motorola claims to have used high quality materials to construct Moto 360. Motorola android watch is expected to come in several styles. You can see two strap styles in some of its first glances below. Also do check out video of Motorola watch, at the end, you will notice a rectangular piece too.
Personally, I find the round dial, better. However, will have to wear it in and tell if it takes wearable tech to a new level or not. Watch gadgets are a welcome entry in mass consumer segment but those already in stores lack majorly on delectable aesthetics.
#Moto360 does not have inbuilt camera. It charges wirelessly. Has changeable straps . Motorola new watch is compatible with Android devices with OS 4.3 and later.
Watch this space to know latest on Motorola watch 360 and its price.
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