For the first time, Google’s smartwatch will be available in two sizes – 41mm and 45mm – both of which use the same processor as the Pixel Watch 2 but feature a larger, brighter display. Google claims the wearable device has a battery life of up to 36 hours, and the thinner bezels provide more space to display information, read messages and perform other tasks.
On the software side, Google’s upcoming wearable offers a variety of advanced running features, including one that lets you send customized workouts from your phone to your wrist. Your daily readiness score now also takes into account how hard your heart is working during training, while a new missing pulse detection feature can help you if it detects a missing pulse – however, due to regulatory hurdles in the US, it Available only in Europe at launch. Google’s third-generation watch also integrates with more Google devices, allowing you to view Nest Doorbell information or control your Google TV from your wrist.
In our short time testing the Pixel Watch 3, we were impressed by the many new features it offers. We haven’t tested its health and wellness features yet, but the watch is definitely brighter, and the Nest Doorbell/Nest Cam integration shows promise. The Wi-Fi connection wasn’t great during our testing, but we could easily hold a conversation with the person on the other end.
We’ll have a full review soon, but in the meantime, you can pre-order any model from Google.
As mentioned earlier, the Pixel Watch 3 now comes in two sizes, 41mm and 45mm, both of which come with small and large bands. Both models are available for pre-order in a matte black aluminum case with an obsidian strap, or a polished silver case with a ceramic strap. The 41mm watch is also available in two other styles: one with a champagne gold aluminum case and hazel strap, and the other with a polished silver finish and a rose quartz strap. Meanwhile, the 45mm configuration comes in matte ecru aluminum with ecru banding.
Starting today, you can pre-order the 41mm Pixel Watch 3 with Bluetooth/Wi-Fi directly from Google for $349.99. Google is also selling LTE-capable configurations for over $100, and both models will be available on September 10th.
If you want a bigger watch, Google is selling the 45mm Pixel Watch 3 with Bluetooth/Wi-Fi for $399.99 or cellular connectivity for $499.99.
