AsteroidOS is an open-source operating system for smartwatches.

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AsteroidOS 2.0, an open-source smartwatch operating system, has been released with major improvements including Always-on-Display, expanded device support (now covering 30+ watches), UI performance optimizations, battery life enhancements, and new launcher styles. The release adds support for Samsung Gear 2 with mainline Linux kernel (no libhybris), introduces sync clients for Gadgetbridge, Amazfish, and UBports, and establishes a community repository for apps and watchfaces. The project has grown significantly with 20+ language translations, new team members, and enhanced documentation including comprehensive watchface creation guides.

AsteroidOS 2.0 Released