# Smartwatch Phone Integrations The New Line of Fossil Wear OS Watches Can Now Make iPhone Calls By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-10-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-calls References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/10/19/fossil-gen-5-iphone-calls/) & [fossil](https://www.fossil.com/) New [Fossil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sport-tourer1) Wear OS watches are now able to make [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elrow-industries-miniphone) calls. Previously Fossil promised the feature for its Gen 5 smartwatches, and due to a software update, it is now available to users. Owners of Fossil Wear OS watches are able to pair their smartwatch with an Apple device, this makes one of the first instances of a Wear OS watch being compatible with [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-payment-terminal). The ability to make iPhone calls is the result of software that is owned exclusively by Fossil, so it will not be induced in similar smartwatches. The new feature allows iPhone users to better integrate their watch with their mobile phone. The increased compatibility could result in more iPhone users purchasing the smartwatch. Image Credit: Fossil ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Increased Compatibility with Iphones:** The new line of Fossil Wear OS watches being compatible with iPhones presents an opportunity for other smartwatch manufacturers to explore ways to expand their compatibility with different mobile phone brands. - **Enhanced Integration Between Smartwatches and Mobile Phones:** The ability of Fossil Wear OS watches to make iPhone calls highlights the potential for further innovations that improve the integration between smartwatches and mobile phones, opening doors for collaborations with mobile phone manufacturers. - **Exclusive Software Features:** The exclusive software owned by Fossil for making iPhone calls showcases the potential for smartwatch companies to develop unique software features that differentiate their products from competitors and provide added value to consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Smartwatch Manufacturing:** The increased compatibility with iPhones presents an opportunity for smartwatch manufacturers to tap into the Apple user market and potentially boost smartwatch sales. - **Mobile Phone Manufacturing:** The improved integration between Fossil Wear OS watches and iPhones suggests potential collaborations between smartwatch and mobile phone manufacturers to enhance cross-device functionality and create a seamless user experience. - **Software Development:** The development of exclusive software features for smartwatches, like the ability to make iPhone calls, presents opportunities for software developers to collaborate with smartwatch manufacturers and create innovative features that enhance user experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Improved Smartwatch Operating Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wear-os-5.md) - [Accessible LTE-Enabled Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-watch-fe-lte.md) - [Watch-Like Smart Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wristphone.md) - [AI-Powered Watch Operating Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wear-os-6.md) - [Bike-Connected Smartwatch Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peloton-watch-app.md) - [Accessible Smart Watch Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-watch-4.md) - [Hypertension-Detecting 5G Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-series-11.md) - [Omni-Compatible Budget Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorola-moto-watch-120.md) - [Advanced Smartwatch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-series-8.md)