The future looks bright for the Pebble smartwatch community, thanks to Google’s decision to open-source PebbleOS. Originally developed by Pebble and later acquired by Fitbit, PebbleOS is now available on GitHub, allowing enthusiasts and developers to access and modify the code. This move supports the Rebble community, which has been dedicated to expanding Pebble’s capabilities since official support ended in 2018.
Rebble, a community-driven initiative aimed at keeping the beloved Pebble smartwatches alive, is transforming into a non-profit organization to ensure long-term sustainability and community ownership. Upcoming plans include more hackathons and updates to the RebbleOS. The source code for Snowy, a popular Pebble assistant, has also been acquired for updates.
In parallel, Pebble’s founder, Eric Migicovsky, is launching a new company to create a modern version of the Pebble smartwatch. This new device aims to stay true to the core features of the original, such as an always-on e-paper screen, long battery life, simplicity, physical buttons, and hackability, while also incorporating new elements to cater to today’s needs. Unlike the previous mass-market approach, this new venture is self-funded and intends to cater to specific user groups, focusing on building a sustainable business and fostering an open-source community around the project.
The Pebble community remains a crucial part of this revival effort, with a shared passion for the iconic smartwatch driving these new endeavors forward. With Google’s open-sourcing of PebbleOS and the continued enthusiasm of its community, the Pebble smartwatch is poised to make a significant comeback.

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PebbleOS has been open-sourced by Google, supporting the Rebble community dedicated to expanding Pebble smartwatches' capabilities. Rebble is becoming a non-profit to ensure sustainability, while Pebble's founder, Eric Migicovsky, is launching a new company to develop a modern version of the Pebble smartwatch. This new device will maintain core features like an always-on e-paper screen and long battery life, with additional updates to meet current needs.

Pebble Smartwatch Set to Return Under New Leadership