Pixel Watch 4 finally brings the one upgrade Google fans have been begging for
Unlike its three predecessors, the Pixel Watch 4 can actually be opened and serviced. That's a huge win for users — and the environment — considering the domed glass design that's been prone to cracks. iFixit gave the Pixel Watch 3 a dismal 4/10 repair score. We're expecting the Watch 4 to fare much better when the teardown hits.
From smarter health tracking to better battery life, the Watch 4 is shaping up to be Google's best yet.. | Image credit — Onleaks and 91mobiles But it's not just hardware durability that's getting a boost — the Watch 4 may also be a lot smarter. As we recently reported, Google is upgrading the co-processor inside the Pixel Watch 4 . While it sticks with the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 as the main chip, the watch is expected to swap out the old M33 co-processor for a more modern Cortex-M55.That's important because the M55 is significantly more efficient and five times more capable at handling on-device AI workloads. That means features like continuous health tracking, smart notifications, and possibly even Gemini-powered voice features could become faster and more useful — all without killing the battery.Speaking of battery, the 45mm model is tipped to last up to 40 hours with always-on display turned on, and up to 72 hours in Battery Saver mode. That's a welcome upgrade over previous generations.
The Pixel Watch 4 keeps the familiar look but adds a brighter 3,000-nit display and slimmer bezels. | Image credit — Onleaks and 91mobiles
Externally, the Pixel Watch 4 might look familiar, but there are meaningful changes. You get 16% smaller bezels and a new 3,000-nit peak brightness display — a sharp jump from the 2,000 nits offered by the Pixel Watch 3. That puts Google's wearable on par with the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Galaxy Watch 8 when it comes to screen brightness.Under the hood, the Watch 4 is expected to ship with 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage — consistent with its predecessor. Software-wise, we're likely looking at Wear OS 5 with deeper Google AI integration.
The Pixel Watch 4 is scheduled to launch on August 20, alongside the Pixel 10 series at Google's Made by Google event. It's shaping up to be a meaningful upgrade for those who've been holding out — especially for users who've cracked a Pixel Watch screen in the past and had no choice but to buy a whole new device. Secure your connection now at a bargain price!
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