Google May Bring Android Wear Support To iOS
Google may have a huge advantage
iOS support could give Google a large advantage in the currently crowded wearables market, especially since the Apple Watch remains limited to iOS. Some people may prefer the features of the Apple Watch but would rather have Android’s phone platform because they don’t want to switch phone platforms.
Another benefit involving Android’s software is affordability. The Apple Watch starts at $349, but that price is for the cheapest model. Earlier this week, one analyst an Piper Jaffray speculated that the mid-tier Apple Watch could range from $499 to $549. The most expensive gold Apple Watch Edition could retail for as much as $7,500. Android’s products range from $199 to $399, making the devices significantly cheaper.
source: http://www.valuewalk.com/2015/03/google-may-bring-android-wear-support-to-ios/
Google may have a huge advantage
iOS support could give Google a large advantage in the currently crowded wearables market, especially since the Apple Watch remains limited to iOS. Some people may prefer the features of the Apple Watch but would rather have Android’s phone platform because they don’t want to switch phone platforms.
Another benefit involving Android’s software is affordability. The Apple Watch starts at $349, but that price is for the cheapest model. Earlier this week, one analyst an Piper Jaffray speculated that the mid-tier Apple Watch could range from $499 to $549. The most expensive gold Apple Watch Edition could retail for as much as $7,500. Android’s products range from $199 to $399, making the devices significantly cheaper.
source: http://www.valuewalk.com/2015/03/google-may-bring-android-wear-support-to-ios/