The latest update for Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 is here, bringing essential safety features and improved functionality. Let’s delve into the key highlights:
- Enhanced Safety: Pixel Watch now boasts Car Crash Detection, automatically contacting emergency services if you’re involved in an accident and unable to respond.
- Tattoo-Friendly On-Wrist Detection: Improved wear detection ensures seamless operation even if you have tattoos on your wrist.
- Sharper Bicycle Fall Detection: The updated fall detection algorithm is more adept at recognizing falls specifically while cycling.
Beyond Safety: A Smoother Experience
While safety takes center stage, the update offers additional refinements:
- Google Home Favorites Tile: Quickly access your favorite smart home devices directly from your watch face.
- Device Complication: Control specific smart home devices through a convenient complication on your watch face.
Getting the Update
The update is rolling out gradually. You can check for it manually by heading to Settings > System > System updates. To expedite the download, disable Bluetooth and rely solely on Wi-Fi.
This update reinforces Pixel Watch’s commitment to user well-being and overall user experience. With enhanced safety features and convenient additions, the Pixel Watch remains a compelling choice for a smartwatch that keeps you safe, connected, and in control.
