Google's debut smartwatch, the Pixel Watch, remains a popular choice for Android users even after being on the market for a year and a half. And while the second iteration boasts improvements like better performance and battery life, the original Pixel Watch still packs a punch in 2024. And now, the … [Read more...] about At $100 off, the OG Pixel Watch is the one to buy
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Why UWB (ultra-wideband) may be on the way for Pixel Watch 3
If you rock a Pixel Watch, you probably already know how awesome the Watch Unlock feature is. If your face is covered or your hands are wet, just tap on the watch display, and boom, your Android phone magically unlocks without messing with passwords or fingerprint sensors. As seamless as it is, … [Read more...] about Why UWB (ultra-wideband) may be on the way for Pixel Watch 3
My wearable dreams may come true with a larger Pixel Watch 3 option
While I've made the jump largely to Samsung phones over the last year (9 months or so with the Galaxy S23 Ultra and the past month with the Galaxy Z Fold 5), my feelings for both their watch and their earbuds are quite a bit more tepid. The latest Galaxy Buds2 Pro are just alright and are easily … [Read more...] about My wearable dreams may come true with a larger Pixel Watch 3 option
Moving your Pixel Watch to a new phone is easy once you know where to look
Last night, I needed to help a friend set up his Pixel Watch on his new Pixel 8. He had recently upgraded to the Pixel 8 from the Pixel 7 and knew there was supposed to be a way to simply move the watch from one phone to the other with little hassle since the Wear OS 4 update. I also thought this … [Read more...] about Moving your Pixel Watch to a new phone is easy once you know where to look
Why it’s awesome that Pixel Watch 2 has adjustable haptics
Of all the things a smartwatch does, the gentle nudge on your wrist signaling a notification or alarm is probably one of the most important. While it is clear that the haptics on the Pixel Watch 2 are better this time around, it turns out that there are not only improvements in the actual hardware - … [Read more...] about Why it’s awesome that Pixel Watch 2 has adjustable haptics
Pixel Watch gets Wear OS 4 update: Why it matters
If you own the original Pixel Watch, you have an important update coming your way. Google announced this Tuesday that its first Pixel Watch will soon receive the Wear OS 4 update (build: TWD4.2301005.002). The phased rollout has already begun and will extend “over the coming weeks,” according to … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch gets Wear OS 4 update: Why it matters
The Pixel Watch 2 does not support wireless charging
Google's Pixel Watch 2 might bear an uncanny resemblance to its predecessor, but there's more to it than meets the eye. The new smartwatch from Google includes some solid upgrades this year, like better performance from a quad-core CPU, three new sensors to capture better activity data, longer … [Read more...] about The Pixel Watch 2 does not support wireless charging
Why the Fitbit Charge 6 is on my wrist instead of the Pixel Watch 2
First things first: I can't give any opinions on either wearable for now. We can talk about each one's features and other public details for now, but I can't weigh in on my thoughts. And that's OK since I don't have a ton of those just yet, anyway. But I wrote a piece not long ago about the fact … [Read more...] about Why the Fitbit Charge 6 is on my wrist instead of the Pixel Watch 2
Google unveils the Pixel Watch 2, complete with a stress detector, temperature sensor, and more
At the Made by Google event today, Google officially unveiled its Pixel Watch 2, the second generation of its wearable meant to bridge the gap between WearOS and Fitbit. While it may look nearly identical to the original, this new iteration boasts several new features and hardware improvements. … [Read more...] about Google unveils the Pixel Watch 2, complete with a stress detector, temperature sensor, and more
Leaked Pixel Watch 2 promo video shows off new features and bands
With the unveiling of Google's Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2 just around the corner, the floodgates of leaks have officially burst open. Leaks from a few days ago unveiled the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro pricing and an additional 2 years of software updates, but now a 1-minute teaser video, shared by 91Mobiles, … [Read more...] about Leaked Pixel Watch 2 promo video shows off new features and bands
Google will be handing out the Pixel Watch 2 for free for Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders
If you were waiting until October 4th to learn all about Google's new hardware, it looks like you won't have to hold out that long after all. In a barrage of tweets in the past few hours, noted leaker Kamila Wojciechowska has spilled the beans quite extensively, and it doesn't stop at the Pixel 8 … [Read more...] about Google will be handing out the Pixel Watch 2 for free for Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders
It’s totally ridiculous that Google has no repair path for Pixel Watch screen cracks
The Pixel Watch has been largely regarded as one of the best overall Wear OS devices you can buy. But if you happen to already be an owner of a Pixel Watch, you might want to consider how you handle it and make certain you do so with a bit of extra care; because Google currently offers no official … [Read more...] about It’s totally ridiculous that Google has no repair path for Pixel Watch screen cracks
