| LG G Watch | |
| Aka: | W100 |
| Developer: | LG Electronics |
| Type: | Smartwatch |
| Os: | Android Wear 1.5.0.4047106 (based on Android 6.0.1 "Marshmallow"), upgradable to WearOS 2.14.0 (based on Android 7.1.1) via sideloading.[1] |
| Power: | 400 mAh |
| Soc: | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8026 |
| Cpu: | Quad-core 1.2 GHz |
| Memory: | 512 MB |
| Storage: | 4 GB |
| Display: | 1.65inches LCD with RGB matrix 280 × 280 pixels |
| Connectivity: | Bluetooth LE |
| Dimensions: | 46.5 x 37.9 x 9.95 mm (LxWxH) |
| Weight: | 63g |
| Successor: | LG G Watch R |
| Service: | Google Play, Google Now |
The LG G Watch (model W100, codenamed Dory) is an Android Wear-based smartwatch announced and released by LG and Google on June 25, 2014. It was released along with the Samsung Gear Live as launch devices for Android Wear, a modified version of Android designed specifically for smartwatches and other wearables.[2] It is compatible with all smartphones running Android 4.3 or higher that support Bluetooth LE.
G Watch was, as of June 2014, only available in the United States and Canada at US$229 or in the United Kingdom for £159 on the Google Play Store.[3] As of July 2014, the G Watch was also made available in Australia, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, South Korea, and Spain.[4]
The G Watch R is a variant featuring a round face and an OLED screen.[5]
The G Watch has IP67 certification for dust and water resistance. It has a user-replaceable buckle-based strap. The watch has no buttons. It uses an always-on rectangular shaped display.
The G Watch runs Android Wear, which features a notification system based on Google Now technology that enables it to receive spoken commands from the user.[6] Users may also install the open-source AsteroidOS[7] or PostmarketOS.[8]
JR Raphael of Computerworld liked the LG G Watch's superior dimmed-mode display, comfortable band, and easy-to-use charging cradle, but did not like the uninspired design and poor outdoor visibility display compared to Samsung Gear Live.[9]