Following the roll-out of Wear OS 5.1 last month, Google is now pushing out an April 2025 update for its Pixel Watch lineup that includes the Pixel Watch, Pixel Watch 2, and the latest Pixel Watch 3. This update, carrying the build number BP1A.250305.019.W7, appears to be primarily focused on bug … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch April 2025 update is now available for installation
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Pixel Watch scam detection feature is rolling out now
Last month, Google introduced real-time Scam Detection with the Pixel 9 series, a feature that utilizes Gemini Nano's multimodal capabilities to identify suspicious call patterns. Now, this valuable protection is extending to your wrist with the Pixel Watch 2 and 3 receiving the same scam detection … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch scam detection feature is rolling out now
Wear OS 5.1 is arriving for Pixel Watch 2 and 3 with LTE
The Wear OS 5.1 update - initially deployed to the non-LTE Pixel Watch 3 and 2 a couple weeks ago - has now expanded to include the LTE Pixel Watch 3 and 2, as well as the original Pixel Watch. Google released the new builds for sideloading earlier on March 18th and on-device OTA updates are also … [Read more...] about Wear OS 5.1 is arriving for Pixel Watch 2 and 3 with LTE
Pixel Watch 3 gains FDA approval for AI-powered ‘Loss of Pulse’ detection
The Pixel Watch 3 has officially gained FDA approval for loss of pulse detection, a first-of-its-kind feature that enables the watch to recognize when its wearer’s heart stops beating. First announced back in April 2024, his technology uses multiple factors to detect a "loss of pulse" event and is … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch 3 gains FDA approval for AI-powered ‘Loss of Pulse’ detection
Google expands Pixel Watch Performance Loop Band availability
Just before Thanksgiving, Google quietly released the Pixel Watch Performance Loop Band but if you wanted to pick one up for yourself, you would have to purchase it from the Google Store. But now, you can head over to Amazon and grab the 41mm variant in three of the four colors. This band works with … [Read more...] about Google expands Pixel Watch Performance Loop Band availability
Google finally releases the Pixel Watch Performance Loop Band I’ve wanted all along
Google has finally released the sporty-looking Pixel Watch band that was teased alongside the Pixel Watch 3 back in August. This band caught my eye immediately but was never actually put on sale, but now the Performance Loop Band is available on the Google Store! This band definitely seems geared … [Read more...] about Google finally releases the Pixel Watch Performance Loop Band I’ve wanted all along
Nearly-free Pixel Watch 3 LTE deal for Google Fi customers is wild [U: Ended]
UPDATED 11/20/24: This deal was too good to last! For now, anyway, it is no longer being offered. If it re-appears, we'll let you know! Google Fi has introduced a Pixel Watch 3 LTE (both sizes) deal that's almost too good to be true. If you're a Fi subscriber, you can snag the 41mm or 45mm … [Read more...] about Nearly-free Pixel Watch 3 LTE deal for Google Fi customers is wild [U: Ended]
The Pixel Watch security update for November is rolling out now
Google is finally back on track with their Pixel Watch updates. After a bit of a botched update in September when they paused the Wear OS 5 update for older devices, the November 2024 update is rolling out today. This time, it's packing new stuff for Pixel Watch, Pixel Watch 2, and Pixel Watch 3 … [Read more...] about The Pixel Watch security update for November is rolling out now
Pixel Watch 3 and Wear OS 5 made moving to a different phone wildly easy
I've been sitting on this for a bit, but last night was the right time for me to move back over to my Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5. I've had the foldable itch for about a month at this point, but I've declined to make the actual move over. I spent a few days with the Pixel 9 Pro Fold and while it is a … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch 3 and Wear OS 5 made moving to a different phone wildly easy
Pixel Drop October 2024: big updates for all of Google’s devices
Coinciding with the update to Android 15, Google released another round of updates for their Pixel ecosystem, and this one is packed. The previously-named Pixel Feature Drops have gone through a bit of a re-brand and are now simply known as Pixel Drops. Though the name may have changed, the regular … [Read more...] about Pixel Drop October 2024: big updates for all of Google’s devices
Don’t overlook the Pixel Watch 2: This deal is too good to miss
The Pixel Watch 2 might not be the newest kid on the block anymore but don't sleep on it just yet. With the arrival of the Pixel Watch 3, the price of its predecessor has taken a tumble, and a few retailers are sweetening the deal even further. Right now, you can snag a Pixel Watch 2 for as low as … [Read more...] about Don’t overlook the Pixel Watch 2: This deal is too good to miss
Wear OS 5 is now rolling out to Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2
For those of you with the original Pixel Watch or the Pixel Watch 2, the wait for Wear OS 5 is officially over. Following hot on the heels of the Pixel Watch 3 launch, Google has brought Wear OS 5 to both the original Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2. It's a pretty major update (based on Android 14) … [Read more...] about Wear OS 5 is now rolling out to Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2
