HMD Global might be gearing up to launch its first smartwatches powered by Google’s Wear OS, according to a new leak shared by @smashx_60 on X. The two rumored models—Rubber 1 and Rubber 1S—suggest a playful name and possibly a youth-focused design direction, echoing HMD’s recent collaboration with kid-friendly smartwatch maker Xplora.
The Rubber 1 appears to be the more capable of the two, featuring a 1.85-inch OLED display and what could be Wear OS’s first onboard 2MP camera—a rare addition in the category. Other listed specs include Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi, NFC, and a full suite of health sensors: accelerometer, heart rate monitor, and SpO2 sensor. The watch is said to be powered by a 400 mAh battery with Qi wireless charging and has a 5ATM water resistance rating, putting it on par with many fitness-focused wearables.
Meanwhile, the more compact Rubber 1S is tipped to sport a 1.07-inch OLED screen, drop the camera and NFC, and settle for Bluetooth 5.0. It retains the same health sensors and 5ATM durability, but with a smaller 290 mAh battery, also supporting Qi wireless charging.
The leak points to a possible youth or family focus, particularly with the Rubber 1. The design and feature set align closely with what we’ve seen in Xplora’s X6Play, a kid-centric smartwatch already on the market. That’s no coincidence—HMD and Xplora have an ongoing partnership, and this could be their first collaborative leap into Wear OS territory.
There’s no word yet on pricing, release windows, or hardware renders. But if the specs are accurate, HMD’s debut Wear OS effort could carve out a niche in a relatively untapped market: affordable smartwatches for younger users that don’t skimp on functionality.
Whether HMD is aiming for kids, first-time users, or the budget-conscious remains to be seen—but the Rubber 1 and 1S are shaping up to be intriguing additions to the Wear OS lineup.
via fonearena
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