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Google Pixel Watch 3 Leaks Show Refined Design, Enhanced Features

Pixel Watch 3 will be available in two sizes: 41mm and 45mm with improved battery life
Reduced bezel size with 2,000-nit brighter displays
Includes Ultra-Wideband (UWB) support for precise device finding
New colour options including Rose Quartz

Google is set to launch the Pixel Watch 3, addressing key issues from its predecessor and introducing new features.

It will be unveiled next month alongside the Pixel 9 series and Android Authority was able to find out some of the key specs and features of the watch ahead of its official launch.

Here’s what you should know

Pixel Watch 3: Expected Features and Specs

Specification	41mm Model	45mm Model
Display Size	41mm	45mm
Battery Capacity	310mAh	420mAh
Display Brightness	2,000 nits	2,000 nits
Bezel Size	4.5mm	4.5mm
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon W5	Qualcomm Snapdragon W5
Co-Processor	Custom	Custom
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Cellular (both variants)	Wi-Fi, Cellular (both variants)
Ultra-Wideband (UWB)	Yes	Yes
Colours	Including Rose Quartz	Including Rose Quartz
Camera	N/A	N/A
OS	Wear OS	Wear OS
Special Features	Digital Car Key functionality	Digital Car Key functionality
Water Resistance	Yes	Yes
Health and Fitness Tracking	Comprehensive tracking suite	Comprehensive tracking suite

The Pixel Watch 3 will come in two sizes: 41mm and 45mm, both available in cellular and Wi-Fi variants.

The larger model may be called the Pixel Watch 3 XL. While the 41mm model retains the 310mAh battery, the 45mm version will feature a larger 420mAh cell, promising improved battery life.

Pixel Watch 3: Display Specs and Case Options

Specification	Pixel Watch 2 (codename eos/aurora)	Pixel Watch 3 (41mm) (codename selene/helios)	Pixel Watch 3 (45mm) (codename luna/sol)
Display Size	30×30 mm	32×32 mm	36×36 mm
Bezel Width	5.5 mm	4.5 mm	4.5 mm
Screen Resolution	384×384 px	408×408 px	456×456 px
Brightness (Declared)	1,000 nits	2,000 nits	2,000 nits
Case and Band Options	Silver case / Bay band	Silver case / Rose Quartz band	Hazel case / Hazel band
	Black case / Obsidian band	Black case / Obsidian band	Black case / Obsidian band
	Gold case / Hazel band	Gold case / Hazel band	–

A significant upgrade is the reduction in bezel size, with both models featuring 4.5mm bezels, down from 5.5mm on the Pixel Watch 2.

The displays will also be brighter, with 2,000-nit screens on both sizes, doubling the brightness of the previous model.

Pixel Watch 3 sizes over the years

The Pixel Watch 3 will include Ultra-Wideband (UWB) support, potentially enabling precise device finding and Digital Car Key functionality.

Pixel Watch 3 will include Ultra-Wideband (UWB) support

New colour options will be available, including a Rose Quartz variant that may complement the rumoured pink Pixel 9 Pro.

Both sizes will continue to use the Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 platform with a custom co-processor, similar to the Pixel Watch 2.

This suggests that while there may be some optimizations, significant performance leaps are unlikely.

The reduced bezels and brighter display should contribute to an improved user experience, addressing one of the main criticisms of previous models.

The addition of a larger size option also caters to users who prefer a bigger watch face.

Future Implications

Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 platform with a custom co-processor

The continued development of the Pixel Watch line demonstrates Google’s commitment to the wearable market.

As the company refines its hardware and integrates it more closely with its software ecosystem, we may see more innovative features in future iterations that leverage Google’s strengths in AI and data processing.

FAQs

What are the size options for the Google Pixel Watch 3?

The Pixel Watch 3 will be available in two sizes, 41mm and 45mm, with the larger model possibly being named the Pixel Watch 3 XL.

What improvements have been made to the display of the Pixel Watch 3?

The new models feature reduced bezels (4.5mm) and brighter displays with 2,000-nit screens, doubling the brightness of the previous model.

What new features does the Pixel Watch 3 include?

The Pixel Watch 3 includes Ultra-Wideband (UWB) support, which may enable precise device finding and Digital Car Key functionality.

Will there be new colour options for the Pixel Watch 3?

Yes, new colour options will be available, including a Rose Quartz variant, which may complement the rumoured pink Pixel 9 Pro.

What can we expect in terms of performance for the Pixel Watch 3?

The Pixel Watch 3 will continue to use the Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 platform with a custom co-processor, similar to the Pixel Watch 2, suggesting incremental optimizations rather than significant performance leaps.

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