Google Pixel Watch Polished Silver with Charcoal Active Band
Solid but has some 1st…
11/12/2022 23:43
A decent 1st try at a smart watch however this should be expected as google is a little bit late to the smart watch game compared to it's rivals Ie: Apple, Samsung Etc...
Hardware design is excellent with the curved edges feeling very classy. Significant Bezels are present on the device however when using a the majority of watch faces it blends into the black so it is not really a factor. The obvious shortcoming here is the device only comes in the 41mm screen size so is really only appropriate for females or those with really skinny wrists. The supplied band feels a bit heavier and sturdier than my Samsung Galaxy W5 Pro Sports Band but this making the Pixel watch feel a little more premium.
Software wise the UI is fantastic. Scrolling across the tiles is very snappy and smooth compared to my Galaxy W5 Pro. It will require you to download the Fitbit app/premium (additional cost if you want those features). It would be good if customisation of watch faces and the fitness components could be incorporated into one app however comparing it to what you do in the Samsung Galaxy Ecosystem the steps are tracked on Samsung Health whilst customisation is controlled through the Galaxy Wearable App so not too dissimilar.
Battery life for such a small device was also a bit of a negative. However with a lot of pixel devices it does learn behaviour so I would hope this doe improve as it gets used to my regular routines. I would often have to recharge some time during the day which isn't generally an issue as I have my charger at my work station but could be an issue for those that can't recharge during the day. My typical day would include a run/cycle in the morning and then just muted notifications during my work day from 8 till 6. If I don't recharge the devices is sitting at 10 - 15% by the end of my work day.
Overall an impressive first go and would recommend for anyone that has an android phone and has a skinny wrist. I would be excited for the second generation offering a larger screen size maybe 45-46mm even if it does cost a bit more.
Sandy_magic
Allenby Gardens , Austrálie
Age: 34
Gender: Female