# The Anticipated Update Has Arrived: Wear OS 4 is Now Available for TicWatch Pro 5 Series
After what felt like a prolonged wait for owners of the TicWatch Pro 5 and Pro 5 Enduro, Mobvoi has at last commenced the rollout of the eagerly awaited Wear OS 4 update. This long-delayed update introduces a variety of new features and improvements designed to reinvigorate these smartwatches. Nonetheless, the timing of this release has led to mixed feelings among some users, especially with Wear OS 5 already on the way.
## Key Information
– **Wear OS 4 Rollout**: Mobvoi has initiated the distribution of Wear OS 4 for the TicWatch Pro 5 and Pro 5 Enduro models.
– **Exciting New Features**: This update includes two notable features: “Backup and Restore” and “Phone Transfer,” in addition to multiple enhancements for TicExercise and TicMotion.
– **Delayed Release**: The update is rolling out a year later than expected, as speculation around the impending Wear OS 5 starts to intensify.
## What’s New in the Wear OS 4 Update?
### Backup and Restore
A highlight of the Wear OS 4 update is the “Backup and Restore” feature. This functionality allows users to easily back up their data and settings from their previous watch, ensuring that everything from data to settings and watch faces is preserved. This is especially beneficial for users who frequently transition between devices, removing the need for a factory reset when shifting data from one phone to another.
### Phone Transfer
Another major addition is the “Phone Transfer” feature, which facilitates the straightforward movement of the watch between phones without the inconvenience of device resets. This feature significantly simplifies the experience for users who regularly change smartphones.
### Enhancements to TicExercise
The Wear OS 4 update also includes numerous upgrades to TicExercise, the fitness tracking application available on the TicWatch Pro 5 series. Users can now explore 25 new activities, such as hiking, pickleball, CrossFit, and stair stepper, along with enhanced workout data displays for outdoor activities that show detailed information including GPS tracking, distance, and speed. The update also introduces customizable workout lists, an auto-pause function, and refinements to the user interface and calorie calculations.
### Improvements to TicMotion
TicMotion, the motion detection component of the TicWatch Pro 5 series, has also been refined. The latest update improves cycling detection, enhances data accuracy, and adds a workout tile to the ultra-low power display, making it easier for users to monitor their activities.
### Other Updates
In addition to these significant enhancements, Mobvoi has rolled out a variety of other improvements:
– **Enhanced Multi-language Translation**: Improvements have been made to the translation features for multiple languages.
– **Watch Face Personalization**: Users can now personalize watch face styles, colors, and complications for a more tailored experience.
– **Customizable Side Button**: The side button on the TicWatch Pro 5 can now be configured to launch a user-selected app, with the default option being recent apps.
– **General Bug Fixes and Stability Improvements**: Various bug fixes and stability enhancements have been enacted to bolster overall device performance.
## Timing: A Mixed Blessing
While the Wear OS 4 rollout is a significant upgrade for TicWatch Pro 5 series users, the timing of its launch has caused some disappointment. The update arrives a year after the initial introduction of Wear OS 4, coinciding with growing excitement over the imminent Wear OS 5. This delay has raised doubts regarding Mobvoi’s ability to keep pace with the rapidly evolving wearable tech landscape.
Mobvoi’s sluggish rollout of the Wear OS 3 update last year had already led to user dissatisfaction, and the postponed arrival of Wear OS 4 has only compounded these frustrations. With Google pushing for greater consistency within its Wear OS ecosystem, it remains uncertain whether Mobvoi can keep up with future enhancements.
## Future Prospects: The Evolution of Wear OS
With Wear OS 5 approaching quickly, Mobvoi faces increased pressure to enhance its update rollout process. The company must guarantee that future updates are timely to maintain user satisfaction and stay relevant in the fast-changing smartwatch industry.
For the time being, owners of the TicWatch Pro 5 series can finally reap the rewards of Wear OS 4, with its new functionalities and improvements providing a refreshed experience for their devices. However, as Wear OS 5 draws near, it is evident that this journey is far from complete.
## Conclusion
The much-anticipated Wear OS 4 update for TicWatch Pro 5 series is now available, delivering an array of features and improvements.
