Archive · 13 Jun 2025
WearOS Smartwatches to Get Earthquake Alerts from Google
Google is adding earthquake alerts to smartwatches that use WearOS.
These watches will receive warnings about earthquakes, just like Android phones do now.
The system uses the phone's sensors to detect shaking and provide information about the quake's strength and location.
This means you'll get alerts even if your phone is not with you, such as when exercising or in another room.
The update is expected to be released soon.
Google is expanding its earthquake alert system to WearOS smartwatches.
The feature uses sensor data from Android phones and will send alerts to WearOS devices.
Alerts will include magnitude, distance to the epicenter, and expected shaking information.
The update is expected to roll out with Google Play Service version 25.21.
This feature provides alerts even if the user's phone isn't nearby.
- Who
- Google is implementing this feature for WearOS users.
- What
- WearOS smartwatches will soon receive earthquake alerts.
- When
- The feature is expected to roll out soon.
- Where
- WearOS smartwatches.
- Why
- To provide users with timely warnings about earthquakes, even if their phones are not readily accessible.
- Feature
- Earthquake Alerts on WearOS
- System
- Uses Android phone sensor data
- Alert Information
- Magnitude, distance, and shaking alerts
- Update Rollout
- Google Play Service version 25.21
- Target Devices
- WearOS smartwatches from brands like Samsung and Fossil