• AsteroidOS 2.0Linux-based, open-source smartwatch operating system has just been released with features such as always-on display support, Tilt-to-Wake, a customizable QuickPanel, multiple launcher styles, Nightstand mode, performance improvements, and support for about 30 devices. • It’s been a long journey. • We first noted the open-sourceproject in 2016when Florent Revest showcased a basic user experience on theLG G Watch, just before giving a talk atFOSDEM 2016introducing AsteroidOS. • This was followed by the launch of theConnect Watch(crowdfunded) AsteroidOS smartwatch in 2017 by a French company (which didn’t get funded), andAsteroidOS 1.0 was released in 2018. • So it’s been ten years since it all started, and the developers have now releasedAsteroidOS 2.0. • AsteroidOS 2.0 highlights: New featuresAlways-on Display, Tilt-to-wake, Palm-to-sleepHeart rate monitor appInitial step counting supportMusic volume controlCompass supportSupport for Bluetooth HID and Audio Always-on Display, Tilt-to-wake, Palm-to-sleep Heart rate monitor app Initial step counting support Music volume control Compass support Support for Bluetooth HID and Audio Design, Usability, and App ImprovementsNew QuickPanel with more settings toggles, app shortcutsSeven new app launchersEnhanced Wallpaper and Watchface gallery, along with new wallpapersNightstand mode to use your watch as a bedside clock or simply show charging much more clearly.New background animation for more organic feeling of “breathing”.Diamonds - A 2048-like gameWeather app design overhaul with different fonts (e.g.

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  • AsteroidOS 2.0 Linux-based, open-source smartwatch operating system has just been released with features such as always-on display support, Tilt-to-Wake, a customizable QuickPanel, multiple launcher styles, Nightstand mode, performance improvements, and support for about 30 devices. It’s been a long journey. We first noted the open-source project in 2016 when Florent Revest showcased a basic user experience on the LG G Watch, just before giving a talk at FOSDEM 2016 introducing AsteroidOS. This was followed by the launch of the Connect Watch (crowdfunded) AsteroidOS smartwatch in 2017 by a Fre

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