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Pebble’s founder wants to relaunch the e-paper smartwatch for its fans

Migicovsky is currently self-funding the project and aims to build it based on consumer interest.
Pebble sold 2 million smartwatches during its initial run and has a dedicated online community.
Migicovsky emphasizes a simple approach for the new Pebble, focusing on essential features and user experience.

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ZDNet

The Pebble smartwatch is set to return with these major upgrades - and I can't wait

It's been a decade since Pebble watches were available, but the enthusiast community lives on, and its CEO plans to revive the hardware with Google's support.

22 days ago·United States

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Tech Spot

Google open-sources Pebble smartwatch software framework – News 7

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust. The big picture: Though Pebble has long ceased to exist as a functioning commercial entity, the brand continues to enjoy a loyal following and a vibrant online community. Enthusiasts have spent years restoring and maintaining functionality for Pebble devices, and now they even have access to the original OS code to support their efforts. Google has

23 days ago

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Ars Technica

Pebble’s Founder Wants to Relaunch the E-Paper Smartwatch

Eight years after the original Pebble smartwatch fizzled, a new team is working on a modern reboot using open source software. The e-paper screen is coming back too.

24 days ago·United States

Pebble Founder Is Bringing the Smartwatch Back as Google Open-Sources Its Software

Pebble was beloved by gadget nerds who sought a no-frills smartwatch with simple features.

24 days ago·United States

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Engadget

Google open-sources the Pebble smartwatch’s software, and its creator is making a new model

Google has open-sourced most of the Pebble smartwatch’s software. The wearable’s creator is already plotting a spiritual successor, which he says will be nearly identical to the original.

24 days ago·United States

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Boing Boing

Pebble e-ink watch to return

The e-ink Pebble watch (reviewed here 12 years ago) was a Kickstarter success story and much-loved by users who still appreciate its stylish simplicity. But it was soon lost to the smartwatch revolution and the company behind it went under in 2016. — Read the rest The post Pebble e-ink watch to return appeared first on Boing Boing.

24 days ago·United States

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