Context Awareness on Android Wear

Some of the most powerful user experiences with Android Wear are based on context-aware notifications and actions. By using device sensors and other contextual cues, your app can reveal information and functionality precisely when the user needs it, at a glance.

For example, if you’re building a social app for restaurants, you can recommend popular menu items when your app recognizes that the user is at a restaurant. More examples below provide basic ideas about what you can do with a notification and action confirmation in your Android Wear app.

Pinterest

Displays a notification when one of your geo-tagged pins is within walking distance.

Trulia

Displays property details and contact options when you are near a new home.

Ski Conditions

Displays lift status and slope conditions when you arrive at a ski resort.

Thermostat

Controls automatically appear when you are at home.

Airport

Displays air miles while you are waiting at the gate.

Hotel

Displays late check out option on the morning of your departure.

Conference

Shows which of your friends are also attending the conference.

Restaurant

Provides suggestions for the healthiest items on the menu when in a restaurant.

Oil Change

Offers to set a reminder to change the oil again in six months while waiting at the garage.

Car Sharing

Unlocks the car as you approach it.

Zoo

Notifies visitors when the penguins are going to be fed.

Location-based Query

Ask questions like, "Are there any picnic tables free at the park?" and get answers in real-time from people in the area.