Zebra WS50 Android Wearable Computer (Discontinued)

Discontinued: Zebra stopped selling the WS50 on 30 June 2026 and names the WS301 and WS501 as its replacements.

Technowave supports existing WS50 users in the UAE with repairs and accessories until Zebra ends service in July 2030, and can advise on the WS301 and WS501 for new deployments.

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Description

Discontinued: Zebra ended sales of the WS50 on 30 June 2026, and service and support end on 30 July 2030. Zebra names the WS301 and WS501 as replacements.

The Zebra WS50 is a compact Android wearable computer with a built-in scanner, worn on the wrist, back of the hand or finger, used for hands-free picking, sorting and manufacturing tasks.

Support for existing users

We can keep your WS50 devices running with repairs, batteries and mounts while available, and help you test and move to the WS301 or WS501. Ask us for availability and a comparison.

Technical summary

Status Discontinued (last sale 30 June 2026; support until 30 July 2030)
Replacements Zebra WS301, WS501
Type Android wearable computer with integrated scanner
Typical use Hands-free picking, sorting and manufacturing

Why work with Technowave

Technowave has supplied and supported Zebra technology across the UAE and GCC for more than 27 years. Keep existing devices covered with our Zebra AMC and repair service, or contact our team to plan an upgrade.

Additional information

Features

True ‘no-host’ one-piece wearable

With the all-in-one WS50, workers only need to wear one device to capture and access data instead of a host mobile computer and ring scanner, providing a true converged wearable solution. And push-to-talk (PTT) support eliminates the need for separate voice devices.

Better connect your workforce with push-to-talk (PTT) and task management applications

All models are PTT ready, enabling managers and workers to instantly collaborate for faster issue resolution and increased staff productivity. All models also support task-management applications, enabling better staff utilization and management.

High-resolution camera for light barcode scanning and photo capture

A 13 MP camera in the wrist-mounted model supports occasional barcode scanning and can capture detailed photos to document proof of condition and more.

Advanced enterprise-class scanner for intense barcode scanning

The converged two-finger-and back-of-hand mount WS50 models include Zebra’s SE4770 imager, delivering superior data capture performance. Scan virtually any barcode in practically any condition, as fast as you can press the trigger — even if they are damaged or poorly printed. Superior motion tolerance enables the capture of barcodes, even if scanner and barcode are in motion. No need to depress the trigger for every scan — scan continuously with an optional integrated proximity sensor.

The power of Android

This industry-standard mobile operating system provides a future proof platform designed to easily accommodate new features.

Advanced touchscreen display

The two-inch AMOLED color display offers exceptional performance. It is extraordinarily bright — no backlight is required. Better contrast and better viewing angles deliver superior readability. And low power consumption extends battery run time.

All the wireless connections you need

Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC are all standard in the WS50, enabling robust Wi-Fi ‘won’t fail’ connections and easy one-tap connections to Bluetooth peripherals.

Full-shift perpetual power

With removable, hot-swappable batteries, devices can remain in service every minute of every shift. An 800mAh battery powers the wrist mount model, while a 1300mAh battery powers the ring-style and back-of-hand models. With fast charging, batteries are ready to go in less than three hours. And with hot swap support, users can just swap batteries and keep on working — no need to power down.

CPU

Snapdragon Wear™ 4100 Platform/SDW429w,
quad-core, 2.0 GHZ

OS

Android 11 AOSP

Memory

1 GB RAM/8 GB Flash

Display

2 in. AMOLED 460 x 460 color display; optically bonded to touch panel

Barcode Scanner

Converged: SE4770 1D/2D standard range omni-directional imager
Wrist: 13 MP camera with flash, or no data capture option

Supported 1D Symbologies
Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, Codebar/NW7, Code 11, MSI, UPC/EAN, I 2 of 5, Korean 3 of 5, GSI DataBar, Base 32 (Italian Pharma)

Supported 2D Symbologies
PDF417, Micro PDF417, Composite Codes, TLC-39, Aztec, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, Micro QR, Chinese Sensible (Han Xin), Postal Codes

Supported OCR Symbologies OCR-A, OCR-B

Battery

Standard (Wrist): 3.08 Watt Hours; 800 mAh
High Capacity (Converged): 5 Watt Hours; 1300 mAh
PowerPrecision; Hot Swap (2 minutes, memory persistent)

Communication

USB 2.0 High Speed (host and client),
WLAN and Bluetooth
NFC Tap to Pair, ISO 14443 Type A and B, Felica and ISO 15693 cards, and Card Emulation via Host (HCE) suppor

Camera

13 MP with Flash (Wrist only)

Why Technowave

More than a supplier: your Auto-ID & RFID partner

🏆27+ years of expertise

Trusted by 110+ brands across retail, logistics, hospitality and government. See our clients

🧭Right device, first time

Free consultation, site surveys and demos to match hardware and software to your workflow.

🛠️Installation & integration

Staging, MDM enrolment and integration with your ERP, WMS or POS, plus user training.

🔧AMC & repair

Keep devices running with our annual maintenance contracts and repair centre.

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