Pebble iOS app exits beta with full support for old and new watches
The Pebble app for iPhone is now live on the App Store. It replaces the earlier TestFlight beta and brings full support for both the new generation of Core watches and the original Pebble lineup. The Android version of the app should follow soon.
The official iOS release replaces all workarounds
With this public release, iPhone users no longer need to sideload or rely on workarounds like Rebble. The Pebble Core app replaces the beta version and is now listed under Core Devices LLC. It provides a unified place to manage your watch.
This release supports both of the upcoming models, the Pebble 2 Duo and Pebble Time 2, as well as older Pebble watches. That includes the original Pebble, Pebble Steel, Pebble Time, Time Steel, Time Round and Pebble 2. It’s the most comprehensive support list we’ve seen so far and confirms the team’s ongoing commitment to the old user base.
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Android users will have a bit longer to wait. In fact that version of the app is already in Beta. And some users have had success signing up on this link. You can give it a go if you are impatient.
Health sync and legacy support are built in
The iOS app lets you pair your device over Bluetooth, browse and install from the watchface and app gallery, manage notifications and apply firmware updates. It also includes developer tools for sideloading and debugging, which will be useful for advanced users and tinkerers.
Health tracking support is mentioned in the feature list. The app includes sync options for steps, sleep and heart rate. A note at the bottom points out that these features may vary by device model and are marked as “coming soon.” This implies that while the options are listed, they might still be rolling out or awaiting final tweaks depending on which watch is paired.
Layout and functionality feel like classic Pebble
The interface feels familiar. As you can see from the screenshots, the layout looks clean and functional. Watchfaces are displayed in a grid format with likes shown below each one. App browsing is divided into categories like notifications, fitness and games. Installed watch apps appear with visual previews, and pairing a new device is a one-tap process from the Devices tab. The gallery includes many of the original fan favourites and community-built apps that long-time Pebble users will recognise.
Another thing worth noting is the compatibility warning. The Devices tab includes a red notice telling users to uninstall other Pebble apps to avoid conflicts during setup. This suggests the app is designed to take over entirely, acting as the sole bridge between phone and watch.
The new app is built on top of libpebble3, an open-source project maintained by Core Devices. That’s what enables communication with both older and newer watches. The GitHub repo is linked directly in the App Store description, underscoring the project’s transparency and developer-friendly approach.
With the iOS app now live and Android already in beta, the Pebble reboot is edging closer to full release. For anyone still using a Pebble or eagerly waiting for the new models to ship, this is a big piece of the puzzle now in place.
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