Want to deploy Windows 7 on an Android Wear smartwatch? Now, you can, thanks to a video tutorial provided by YouTube user Hacking Jules.
The Android developer this week released a YouTube video that shows viewers how to launch Windows 7 on Android Wear.
However, those who follow the step-by-step instructions may require time and patience, as booting Windows 7 on an Android Wear smartwatch requires about three hours to complete.
Haha, neat! A developer got Windows 7 running on an Android Wear smartwatch https://t.co/LHIKqUGCJj pic.twitter.com/5IhgK3sVHX
— Usability Matters (@umatters) May 14, 2016
Hacking Jules accomplished a rare feat that drew praise from many members of the development community.
I'm still boggled someone managed to get Windows 7 running on an Android Wear watch. https://t.co/AVoHeLDRhv
— Florence Ion (@Ohthatflo) May 13, 2016
However, some developers questioned Hacking Jules' motivation.
@Ohthatflo I keep wondering "Why?". I mean, it's a technical feat, but otherwise just pointless.
— Tony (@TonyRetrobot) May 13, 2016
Many developers were concerned about the long boot time required to deploy Windows 7 on Android Wear as well.
Windows 7 On Android Wear Boots, Takes Forever https://t.co/GIZdn5riAe #gadgets gadgetkingXL pic.twitter.com/xndftjDdKb
— Gadget King (@gadgetkingXL) May 11, 2016
But ultimately, Hacking Jules showed that Android Wear experimentation can drive smartwatch innovation.
It's crazy, what's possible with some hacking. YouTuber Hacking Jules just showed in two videos.. https://t.co/ICG1wjGQXx #Tech
— OpenTech (@opentechvault1) May 11, 2016