Google has set a date in August for the disclosing of the Pixel 9 sequence, and we may effectively see the Pixel Watch 3 then as effectively: the smartwatch simply handed a key regulatory hurdle within the US, and it seems to be as if a minimum of one key improve is incoming.
The arrival of the Pixel Watch 3 on the Federal Communications Fee (FCC) within the US was noticed by Android Police, and these filings normally occur near the launch of the related units – making an August debut now very doubtless.
There are 4 fashions in complete right here, codenamed GBDU9, GRY0E, GG3HH, and GGE4J. Two have LTE mobile connectivity, whereas the opposite two keep on with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, so it seems to be like we’ll get 41mm and 45mm variants of the watch (as has been rumored).
There’s apparently going to be help for each 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi bands, plus Wi-Fi 6 – extra upgrades over the present Pixel Watch 2, which ought to enhance connectivity and efficiency when linked to wi-fi networks.
Extremely-wideband prepared
Considerably, all 4 fashions have ultra-wideband (UWB) expertise, which upgrades close-range connectivity and site monitoring. It is a helpful function that is already obtainable within the Apple Watch 9, Apple’s AirTags, and the most recent iPhones.
One of many methods UWB can be utilized is to provide extra precision when finding a misplaced system, though Google’s Discover My System community sadly does not help it but. It may additionally assist with improved integrations with different units, probably together with Chromebooks and Pixel telephones. It is an improve that is been rumored earlier than, too.
Many of the Pixel Watch 3 leaks thus far have been centered on the brand new bigger mannequin that is supposedly coming this yr, giving customers a selection of sizes for the primary time with the Pixel Watch. There’s additionally been speak of recent sensors being fitted contained in the smartwatch.
The large occasion day has been set for Wednesday, August 13, and in addition to the Pixel Watch 3 we must always get a number of different shiny new devices, too. We’ll after all carry you all of the information from the present – in addition to any extra Pixel Watch 3 leaks that seem within the meantime.