Google pauses Wear OS 5 update rollout

Wear Pause

Google has paused the rollout of the Wear OS 5 update for the first-generation Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2. Some users reported issues with their devices becoming soft bricked after attempting to install the update. On September 27th, Google confirmed they halted the update due to an “issue affecting some Pixel Watch users.” The company stated they are “actively working on a resolution.”

Over the past few hours, Pixel Watch owners have been unable to download Wear OS 5.

Attempts to update via the Settings menu have been unsuccessful. Some users who tried the update were met with a screen displaying only a small Bluetooth logo at the bottom. Most users have successfully installed Wear OS 5 without facing any issues.

However, for those affected by the problem, the fix involves resetting the device from Fastboot and setting it up again.

Wear OS 5 update paused

This process is straightforward, especially for users with a Google One backup.

Still, Google’s decision to pause the update until the problem is resolved is viewed as the right call. A Google spokesperson confirmed the halt and the ongoing efforts to resolve the issue. Users have reported the update improving battery life, smoother animations, and less hanging for those whose updates did succeed.

Further updates from Google are awaited as they work towards a solution for the issue. It is advisable to keep an eye out for more information from Google regarding the resolution of this problem. For more updates on the Pixel Watch and other Google news, stay tuned to reliable sources.

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