The article discusses the legacy of the Pebble smartwatch, which gained significant popularity through a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2012. Initially priced at $115, it was a premium choice for its compatibility with both iOS and Android and its open ecosystem that encouraged third-party app development. Following acquisition by Fitbit in 2016 and its subsequent purchase by Google, Pebble’s software assets are now set to be open-sourced, promising a revival spearheaded by its founder Eric Migicovsky, who still values the Pebble experience.
The monochrome e-paper smartwatch stood out with its low $115 price, ability to work with iOS and Android, and an open ecosystem.
Eric Migicovsky plans to bring back Pebble, with Google’s intent to open-source the Pebble software stack.
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