One of the most disappointing things about the original Pixel Watch was that it couldn’t actually be repaired. Instead, users would need to get a replacement watch. This trend seemingly continued with the Pixel Watch 2, and it now turns out the brand-new Pixel Watch 3 can’t be repaired, either.

In response to an Android Authority query, a Google representative revealed the steps you need to take if your Pixel Watch 3 is damaged:

If your device is damaged, you can contact the Google Pixel Watch Customer Support Team to check your replacement options.

The above statement didn’t mention repairs, so does that mean the Pixel Watch 3 can’t be repaired at all?

“Correct! Pixel Watch 3 is replacement only,” the representative told us in response to a follow-up question.

The Google representative also noted that Preferred Care is available in the US. This insurance program covers accidental damage and out-of-warranty issues, although Pixel Watch 3 owners still have to pay a $49 service fee. Needless to say, you’ll be getting a replacement smartwatch instead of a repaired device.

This is nevertheless a disappointing turn of events as it strongly suggests that any broken Pixel Watch 3 units could end up in landfills. This is also bad news if you were hoping to keep your new Google smartwatch for years and wanted to swap out the battery or conduct any repairs yourself.

Google has just rolled out the Pixel Watch 3, and it’s already being hailed as the company’s best smartwatch yet. The Pixel Watch now offers a unique blend of Google’s top-tier software and Fitbit’s legendary fitness tracking, making it one of the most well-rounded smartwatches to date. But here’s the kicker: it might be the only smartwatch you’ll be seeing from Fitbit moving forward.

In an interview with Engadget, Sandeep Waraich, senior director of product management for Pixel Wearables, hinted at the future of Fitbit’s smartwatch lineup. When questioned about the potential for new Fitbit smartwatches, Waraich stated, “Pixel Watch is our smartwatch part of the portfolio.”

Before you gasp, Fitbit isn’t disappearing altogether. The report notes that while the Fitbit brand will stick around, its focus will be solely on fitness trackers like the Inspire, Luxe, and Charge series, leaving the smartwatch game to the Pixel Watch line.

We reached out to Google for a comment, and the company had this to say:

“We are very committed to Fitbit, and even more importantly to the customers that use and depend on those products and technology. It’s also worth noting that many of the health and fitness features we launched in Pixel Watch 3 were because of Fitbit’s innovation and ground-breaking fitness advancements. In addition, we just launched Fitbit Ace LTE, and you’ll continue to see new products and innovation from Fitbit.”

Now, while this statement shows Google’s love for Fitbit, it doesn’t really address the elephant in the room. The statement keeps things vague about whether we’ll actually see any new Fitbit *smartwatches*. Instead, it talks up Fitbit’s fitness features being integrated into the Pixel Watch — a detail that, while true, leaves the original report’s assertion basically unchallenged.

When you look at what Google's been doing with Fitbit recently, it kind of makes sense.

The company never explicitly announced any plans to phase out the brand. However, there have been clear signs, like the Fitbit Sense 2 being an objective downgrade from the original Sense. Ever since the Pixel Watch came along, it felt like Fitbit smartwatches were being nudged out of the spotlight. The older Fitbit Versa 3 and Sense models boasted features like third-party app support, Wi-Fi connectivity, and Google Assistant integration, which are absent in the newer Versa 4 and Sense 2.

Given these developments, one could argue that rather than continuing to release diluted versions of Fitbit smartwatches, Google might be better off retiring the Fitbit smartwatch line entirely. This would preserve the brand’s reputation rather than risking it with subpar offerings. For fans of Fitbit, there is still hope that the brand’s legacy will continue through its fitness trackers, like the Fitbit Charge 7.

Událost Made by Google je nabitá významnými hardwarovými oznámeními, na která uživatelé a technická komunita dlouho čekali. I když se zdá, že se událost točí kolem sestavy Pixel 9 a upgradů, které k ní přicházejí, není to jediné pozoruhodné oznámení, které společnost učinila.

Google Pixel Watch 3 byly uvedeny na trh vedle a jsou další nositelnou kartou. Chytré hodinky jsou vybaveny novým displejem a menšími rámečky a jsou uvedeny na trh ve dvou velikostech.

Událost Made by Google je nabitá významnými hardwarovými oznámeními, na která uživatelé a technická komunita dlouho čekali. I když se zdá, že se událost točí kolem sestavy Pixel 9 a upgradů, které k ní přicházejí, není to jediné pozoruhodné oznámení, které společnost učinila. Google Pixel Watch 3 byly uvedeny na trh vedle a jsou další nositelnou kartou. Chytré hodinky jsou vybaveny novým displejem a menšími rámečky a jsou uvedeny na trh ve dvou velikostech.

První věc, kterou si na Pixel Watch 3 všimnete, jsou varianty velikosti: Nyní je k dispozici v 41 mm a 45 mm. Zatímco design nezaznamenává žádné zásadní změny oproti předchozímu modelu kromě možná hladších hran, jsme nadšeni barevnými možnostmi chytrých hodinek, které zahrnují modrou, růžovou a modrozelenou.

Největším vylepšením je však tentokrát masivní vylepšení displeje, která nejen znamenají možnost větší velikosti, která je dvojnásobná oproti předchozí verzi, ale také vylepšený jas, který dosahuje až 2 000 nitů pro lepší vizuální zážitek a další. jasnost. Rámečky se znatelně zmenšily, zejména u 45mm varianty, díky čemuž je esteticky přitažlivější díky snížení z 5,5 mm na 4,5 mm.

Pixel Watch 3 jsou také nabité výdrží baterie, která se prodlouží až na 24 hodin používání a může poskytnout 36 hodin podpory na jedno nabití v režimu úspory baterie. Přichází s vyšší rychlostí nabíjení než jeho předchůdce, což snižuje potřebu nepřetržitého nabíjení zařízení.

Se začleněním 5 GHz Wi-Fi technologie do nového nositelného zařízení by se výrazně zlepšil přenos dat díky větší stabilitě a snížení přetížení. Dlouho očekávaná podpora UWB se konečně dostala na Pixel Watch 3 a připravila by cestu pro vylepšení zámku Watch, kterou uživatelé dlouho hledali.

Nový displej má obnovovací frekvenci 60 Hz, což je obrovský skok oproti obnovovací frekvenci 30 Hz předchozího modelu. To slibuje vizuálně plynulejší a citlivější zážitek. Předchozí verze měla shodně 2GB RAM a 32GB flash úložiště, takže k žádnému zásadnímu upgradu kapacity úložiště nedošlo.

Pixel Watch 3 pohání čipset Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 a koprocesor Cortex M33. Ačkoli to nezohledňuje nárůst výkonu oproti svému předchůdci, uživatelé se těší na větší displej a oříznuté rámečky nového nositelného zařízení. Pixel Watch 3 představují dosud nejhlubší integraci s Google a Pixel a jsou nabité novými funkcemi, které vám pomohou sledovat vaše zdraví a kondici.

Nová funkce Cardio Load vám dá vědět, kdy byste měli odpočívat nebo se tlačit do práce na základě fyzické zátěže. Bude také přidán Ranní přehled, který denně shrnuje všechny informace.

Google také tvrdí, že je průkopníkem nové funkce nazvané detekce ztráty pulsu, která zjistí, zda někdo zmeškal puls nebo se jeho srdce přestalo pohybovat, aby vyvolalo nouzovou situaci. Tato funkce by mohla být velmi užitečná pro uživatele s chronickými onemocněními. 41mm model začíná na 349 dolarech a 45mm model začíná na 399 dolarech a je k dispozici pro předobjednávku ode dneška.

Článek Pixel Watch 3 představen se dvěma velikostními variantami, menšími rámečky, podporou UWB a dalšími se nejdříve objevil na MOBILE PRESS.

Článek Pixel Watch 3 představen se dvěma velikostními variantami, menšími rámečky, podporou UWB a dalšími se nejdříve objevil na GAME PRESS.

It would be an understatement to say that we know a lot about the Pixel Watch 3 already. Not only did Android Authority reveal exclusive specs and design details earlier last month based on an inside source, but we’ve seen even more rumors in the weeks since. If you still haven’t seen enough, a new leak from Android Headlines brings us what appears to be the official promo video.

The new video is actually in Spanish, but it’s pretty easy to follow along. To be fair, there’s really nothing here anyhow. Recently leaked promo materials already gave us a deeper look at some of the same features this video showcases. Still, it’s nice to have a more interactive look at the Watch, as video is just more expressive than photos in this case.

The new promo not only confirms the watch will come in 41mm and 45mm sizes, but it also gives us a better look at a few new fitness features. Specifically, there are a few new features aimed at runners, such as a new Cardio Load feature, real-time advice during a run, and a new mode that lets you challenge your personal best run. The promo also focuses on the new Morning Brief notification, which will include things like a “Readiness Score” and will give you all the info you need to get started with your day.

The video doesn’t give us anything else, but thankfully we can fill in the blanks due to the plethora of existing rumors.

The Pixel Watch 3 is expected to arrive on August 13 and while we don’t have all the official specs yet, it’s very likely it will have a Qualcomm Snapdragon W5, at least if the rumors prove accurate. Besides coming in two form factors, you can also expect the same 24-hour battery life as its predecessor. While we would have liked to see greater battery life, the good news is UWB is supposedly coming to the Pixel Watch series for real this time. This feature was previously tested for the Watch 2, but more evidence suggests it is actually happening this time. Be sure to check out our Pixel Watch 3 rumor guide for even more details on the upcoming watch.

It would be an understatement to say that we know a lot about the Pixel Watch 3 already. Not only did Android Authority reveal exclusive specs and design details earlier last month based on an inside source, but we’ve seen even more rumors in the weeks since. If you still haven’t seen enough, a new leak from Android Headlines brings us what appears to be the official promo video.

The new video is actually in Spanish, but it’s pretty easy to follow along. To be fair, there’s really nothing here anyhow. Recently leaked promo materials already gave us a deeper look at some of the same features this video showcases. Still, it’s nice to have a more interactive look at the Watch, as video is just more expressive than photos in this case.

The new promo not only confirms the watch will come in 41mm and 45mm sizes, but it also gives us a better look at a few new fitness features. Specifically, there are a few new features aimed at runners, such as a new Cardio Load feature, real-time advice during a run, and a new mode that lets you challenge your personal best run. The promo also focuses on the new Morning Brief notification, which will include things like a “Readiness Score” and will give you all the info you need to get started with your day.

The video doesn’t give us anything else, but thankfully we can fill in the blanks due to the plethora of existing rumors.

The Pixel Watch 3 is expected to arrive on August 13 and while we don’t have all the official specs yet, it’s very likely it will have a Qualcomm Snapdragon W5, at least if the rumors prove accurate. Besides coming in two form factors, you can also expect the same 24-hour battery life as its predecessor. While we would have liked to see greater battery life, the good news is UWB is supposedly coming to the Pixel Watch series for real this time. This feature was previously tested for the Watch 2, but more evidence suggests it is actually happening this time. Be sure to check out our Pixel Watch 3 rumor guide for even more details on the upcoming watch.

We're big fans of the Pixel Watch 2 it's one of our favorite smartwatches. It's not the flashiest update coming from the first-gen Pixel Watch, but it makes improvements where it counts: battery life, in particular, is much improved in the newer model. But now that we're used to Google's latest wearable, we can't help but think about what could be in store for a future Pixel Watch 3.

One of the major issues with the Pixel Watch 2 and its predecessor is that they are only available in one 41mm casing size. This makes the watch unsuitable for people with large wrists, as it looks comically small on their hands. Rumors from early January 2024 suggested Google was potentially working on two sizes for the Pixel Watch 3. A new report now sheds more light on Google's 2024 smartwatch lineup and reveals tidbits about the Pixel Buds Pro 2 as well.