Google has confirmed a lot about the Pixel Watch 2 already, but a new report is laying out the watch colors, new band options, and a possible new charging speed boost.
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Following the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro yesterday, Google this morning shared a sneak peek of the full Pixel Watch 2 design.
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The Pixel Watch 2 was officially announced (partially, at least) by Google today, roughly a month ahead of the launch event where we’ll see the smartwatch sequel fully announced. One early detail about Pixel Watch 2 that’s already come out, though, is that the watch may have higher requirements for its connected Android phone.
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While the Pixel 8 Pro has thoroughly leaked, the smaller Pixel 8 hasn’t. We’re now getting the second teaser of the day with a “Sneak Peek at Google Pixel 8 & Pixel 8 Pro” on YouTube and the Google Store showing off the full design.
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As the countdown to October 4 continues, Google today shared a “The W8 is Almost Over” tease that shows off the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2.
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Believe it or not, we’re less than two months away from the launch of Google’s next Pixel products, and a brief leak on the Google Store this week shows off the Pixel 8 Pro as well as what is probably the Pixel Watch 2.
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Yesterday we reported that the Pixel Watch 2 hit the Google Play Console, which confirmed the specs and more of the upcoming sequel. In that listing was also a picture, but that picture was not the Pixel Watch 2.
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Google’s second smartwatch is around the corner, and this morning the Pixel Watch 2 passed through the Google Play Console, confirming the use of Snapdragon W5 and Wear OS 4.
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Ahead of a fall launch alongside the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, three models of the Pixel Watch 2 have arrived for regulatory certification at the FCC.
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Back in May, 9to5Google reported that the Pixel Watch 2 would switch to a Snapdragon chip, get over a day of battery life, and offer Fitbit’s cEDA and skin temperature sensor, while we later revealed the use of aluminum. Additional Pixel Watch 2 specs have leaked, like how Google will use the same size screen.
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We’ve reported that Google is set to debut a Pixel Watch 2 this year with a new chip and updated hardware. Now, a new leak is offering a look at new watch faces coming to Google’s smartwatch sequel.
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We reported back in May that Google’s next wearable would be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon chip and other key specs. 9to5Google can now report that the Pixel Watch 2 will switch to aluminum, while Fitbit is readying “Coach” workouts.
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Rumors currently point to Google releasing its second Pixel-branded Wear OS smartwatch this fall, bringing significant internal upgrades. Now, a Google app update reveals an “Eos” code name for Pixel Watch 2 and suggests the design may not change much from last year’s model.
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We reported earlier this week that the Pixel Watch 2 would feature a continuous electrodermal activity (cEDA) sensor for stress tracking. Google is now out with a post today explaining how “Fitbit’s Body Response feature to detect stress.”
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We revealed at the start of May that Google is planning to announce the Pixel Watch 2 alongside the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro this fall. 9to5Google can now report some key Pixel Watch 2 specs, including the processor, battery, and health sensor upgrades.
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When we reported last week that a Pixel Watch 2 is coming with the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, we did not know what it would be called. According to a leak this evening, that indeed appears to be the name.
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After introducing its first smartwatch last year, Google is now preparing a “Pixel Watch 2” to be unveiled later this year as we exclusively reported on Friday. What do you want to see changed?
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Fitbit smartwatches are updated on a two-year cycle, while wearables from Samsung and Apple see annual refreshes. 9to5Google can now report that the Google Pixel Watch 2 is coming later this year with the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.
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