The main topic of the article is the availability of emergency features on different smartwatch brands.
The key points are:
1. Apple Watch offers fall detection, emergency SOS calls, and satellite messaging for emergencies.
2. Google Pixel Watch offers emergency SOS calls and fall detection, but only the LTE version allows direct contact with emergency services.
3. Garmin watches offer emergency contacts, emergency assistance calls, and satellite messaging through InReach devices.
- The official Google Pixel Watch metal band is a high-quality and well-built accessory for the Pixel Watch.
- It has a classic and elegant design that complements the watch's aesthetic.
- The band is easy to adjust and has a simple and fast clasp mechanism.
- Google Assistant support on Wear OS 2.x will end soon
- TicWatch users are receiving notices about the end of Google Assistant support
- TicWatch Pro 5 still does not have Google Assistant support despite running Wear OS 3
Google Assistant on Wear OS is getting a new Tile feature.
The Tile will show suggested Assistant queries and shortcuts.
Wear OS 2 watches will lose access to Google Assistant.
Google's second Pixel Watch, the Pixel Watch 2, will come pre-installed with Android 13 (Wear OS 4) and will feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chip. The new smartwatch is rumored to have a lightweight aluminum body and a slightly larger battery capacity compared to its predecessor.
- Topic: Google's Watch Unlock feature for Pixel phones
- Key points:
1. The Watch Unlock feature allows users to unlock their Pixel phones using their Wear OS device.
2. The feature is convenient for situations where other unlocking methods may not work, such as wet hands or unrecognized face.
3. It is unclear when exactly the Watch Unlock feature will be rolled out, but it is being tested and may be released soon.
Google is expected to unveil the newest Pixel Watch and Pixel phones at its upcoming event, and a leaked 360-degree view of the Pixel 8 Pro has already surfaced, revealing new features such as a temperature sensor and a revamped camera app.
Version 1.4 of the Pixel Watch app introduces minor visual changes and the ability to link your Google Account, although the watch transfer feature is not yet available.
Google has introduced new features for Android devices, including an AI-powered widget, an app for describing images, photo import for Google Wallet passes, support for Zoom and Webex on Android Auto, and the ability to get activity and sleep data from Fitbit or Google Fit.
Google has released teaser videos of the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Watch 2 ahead of their launch event on October 4th, giving a glimpse of the new devices and their features.
Google has partially announced the Pixel Watch 2, revealing that it may have higher requirements for its connected Android phone, potentially requiring Android 9.0 or higher.
主题: Google发布Pixel Watch 2的预告和细节
重要内容:
1. Pixel Watch 2具备IP68级别的防尘和防水功能，比上一代更加耐用。
2. Pixel Watch 2的设计与上一代相似，仅有一些小的装饰性改变。
3. Pixel Watch 2将在10月4日的Made by Google活动上正式发布，并且预购将于同一天开始。很可能在下个月推出。
The Pixel Watch 2 will feature IP68 dust- and water-resistance, making it more durable than the previous model, and will be available for pre-order on October 4.
Google is teasing the upcoming release of the Pixel Watch 2, revealing new details such as its water resistance, EDA sensor, and improved battery life and performance.
The Pixel Watch's September 2023 update, which includes the latest security patch, has been delayed and will be rolled out starting on September 11, with Canadian devices receiving the update on September 18.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a rugged smartwatch with a faster processor, improved health sensors, and a new U2 chip for GPS tracking, featuring a new on-device version of Siri and enhanced sustainability with increased recycled content and carbon neutrality.
The Huawei Watch 4/Watch 4 Pro offers non-invasive blood glucose monitoring, while the Apple Watch Ultra is a top-end watch with a durable titanium exterior and extended battery life; the rumored Google Pixel Watch 2 may feature an enhanced version of the Body Response stress detection system; the Amazfit Cheetah incorporates generative AI coaching, and the Fitbit Ace 4 is designed as a fitness tracker watch for children; finally, the Citizen Smart Touchscreen Gen-2 is an AI-assisted watch powered by IBM's Watson AI engine.
Pixel Watch owners have discovered that Google does not have a screen replacement policy in place, leading to concerns about electronic waste and raising questions about why the smartwatch is excluded from Google's repairability policy.
Google does not have a repair program or replacement parts for the Pixel Watch, making it e-waste if it breaks.
Google's upcoming Pixel Watch 2 is expected to have improved battery life and performance but may have a similar design to its predecessor, with the addition of new metal bands to differentiate it from the original Pixel Watch.
Google has announced the global launch of the redesigned Fitbit app, which includes three tabs for easy access to daily stats, personalized coaching, and achievement badges.
Samsung's dominance in the smartwatch market may soon be challenged by upcoming Wear OS-based smartwatches from Google, OnePlus, and Xiaomi, including the Google Pixel Watch 2 with improved hardware and features like a skin temperature sensor.
