Eric Migicovsky announced the return of the Pebble smartwatch, emphasizing its fundamental features that are missing in current models. Powered by the now open-source PebbleOS, the new Pebble seeks to provide an always-on e-paper display, long battery life, and a simple user experience. Migicovsky expressed his disappointment with every smartwatch tried, underlining the necessity for buttons for essential tasks and hackability. With Google backing the project after acquiring Pebble’s intellectual property, he is assembling a team to innovate while sticking to Pebble’s core values and functionalities.
Migicovsky stated that his emotional letter highlighted a need for a smartwatch offering essential features like an always-on display and long battery life.
The founder emphasized the desire to revert to the Pebble's key functionalities, as he has found every current smartwatch lacking in essential aspects.
He expressed hope for a new team to develop sustainable gadgets that align with Pebble's original specifications while introducing enjoyable new features.
Migicovsky remarked on being able to hack the Pebble, citing the platform's openness compared to other smartwatches like Apple's.
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