LG G Watch gets $50 price cut

The G Watch R was supposedly just an option for those who didn’t want the G Watch. Now, it looks like the South Korean brand is preferring the rounder brother with a US$50 price cut on G Watch over at Google Play Store. This means the G Watch is now $179. The sale will reportedly be until September 23. But we won’t be surprised if the price sticks though.

Source: Google Play Store | Via: Engadget

Update on Friday, September 12, 2014 at 10:19PM by Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

-Oops, it seems the discount is nor for the Canadian buyers as the Google Play Store in Canada still lists the LG G Watch at $249.99. Sucks but it is what it is.

LG will reportedly launch OLED screen-toting G Watch 2 at IFA

Looks like LG was taking the criticisms against their first Android Wear device seriously, if rumours are to be believed that is. The South Korean tech firm just barely introduced its first G Watch and now there are reports that they will be introducing the G Watch 2 at IFA next month. The updated version of the smartwatch will reportedly carry an OLED screen, which will be a big departure from the LCD screen of the first-gen smartwatch. It will also feature an updated look to counter criticisms against the G Watch’s plain, uninspired design.

Source: SlashGear

LG releases software fix for G Watch to fix residue buildup

LG is releasing a rather unusual update for its G Watch device. There are some users reportedly seeing residue buildup on the charging pins of their smartwatches. While it doesn’t have an effect on the device’s performance, LG wants to remedy the issue with its software update. The problem is due to the battery current causing the terminal pins to discolour. The fix will disable the current when the G Watch is not connected to its charging dock. They are pushing the update to all G Watch owners.

Source: SlashGear

LG debuts Android Wear-powered G Watch

Just in time for Google I/O, LG has introduced its G Watch, an Android Wear-powered smartwatch. This wearable device is much like those out on the market that lets users give a quick peek at the contents of their smartphones. But Android Wear adds more functionality with the card-based UI that shows information it deems important for you. The G Watch also comes with voice recognition so you don’t even need to press any buttons to activate it (not that you have buttons to press on this smartwatch). Just remember the magic words: “Ok Google.”

It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor and is built with an Always-On 1.65-inch IPS display. The device connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth. It is dust- and water-resistant for up to 30 minutes to a depth of one metre thanks to its IP67 Ingress Protection rating. It will be available in Black Titan or White Gold and can be customized with any standard 22mm strap. You can now pre-order the smartwatch here in Canada. The price has not yet been revealed but according to Engadget, it is $229 in the US.