How to Install 3rd party apps on Wear OS via SureMDM

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to provide step-by-step guidance on installing 3rd party app Wear OS devices using SureMDM. This process uses SureMDM jobs such as File Transfer and Run Script to remotely deploy and start the 3rd party application on managed wearable devices.

By following this method, administrators can centrally install any 3rd party app without requiring manual interaction on the device. This ensures faster deployment, standardized device configuration, and improved control over Wear OS devices.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation and launch of SureLock on a Wear OS device, ensure the following requirements are met:

1. Enrolled Wear OS Device
   The target Wear OS device must be successfully enrolled and actively managed in the SureMDM console.
2. SureMDM Administrative Access
   Administrator permissions are required to create and execute File Transfer and Run Script jobs.
3. 3rd party  Wear APK Availability
   The Administration should have the access to erd party wear APK file or the direct downloadable link
   Wear OS Management Enabled in SureMDM
   Ensure Wear OS device management is properly configured and the device is online to receive jobs.
4. Active Internet Connectivity
   The Wear OS device must have network connectivity to receive jobs and download the APK file.
5. Device should be enrolled in DO Mode

Steps

Step 1: Create a File Transfer Job

1. Create a File Transfer Job with File URL or the APK file
   • Destination Path:
     /data/data/com.nixwear/files
2. Apply the job to the target Wear OS device.

Reference Article: file-transfer-wear-os

Step 2: Install 3rd party app  using Run Script

1. Create a Run Script Job.
2. Use the following script to install 3rd party app:

!#suremdm

install(sample.apk);

3. Apply the job to the required device(s).

Conclusion

Using SureMDM File Transfer and Run Script jobs, administrators can remotely install any 3rd party app on Wear OS devices efficiently. This approach enables centralized management, reduces manual setup efforts.

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