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Would like to know more about Pixel Watches (lemmy.world)

submitted 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) by NemoWuMing@lemmy.world to c/googlepixel@lemmy.world

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I see pre-ordering a Pixel 8 Pro would get me a free Pixel Watch. A quick look makes me see they can be used with FitBit (which I don't use nor need).

For those of you who use those watches, what are the other features you enjoy the most? What has improved your daily routine? What would you miss if you lost the watch? Etc.

Thanks for any insights!

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[–] I_Am_Jacks_____@lemmings.world 10 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I like that I can actually take calls on my watch. I have been on the tennis court where my phone is in my bag off the court and I was able to confirm a doctor's appointment with my watch.

I like that I can read notifications from just about every app. Some apps with picture attachments actually show up on my watch.

I like that with Home Assistant actionable notifications, I can actually perform those actions right from my watch.

I turn off "Hey Google" detection, but I can just long-press the button above the crown and ask Google a question.

I'm sure other watches can do this stuff too, but I've liked this watch a lot. Battery has lasted all day. I generally charge it when I'm watching TV at night and then wear it all night/day.

[–] halfwaythere@lemmy.world 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Having to charge my watch every day is a big nope for me. Have a Garmin that lasts 6-7 days which is acceptable but still a PITA. I couldn't imagine daily.

[–] I_Am_Jacks_____@lemmings.world 4 points 2 years ago

It's a trade-off, through, right? The Garmin probably doesn't have the same features and integration that the Pixel watch does. Letting my watch charge while watching TV in the evening (or if I know I'm not going to be doing that, while I'm working during the day) is no big deal. I charge my phone during that time too.

[–] UFODivebomb@programming.dev 4 points 2 years ago

I've used a bunch of different wear os watches and the pixel watch 1 is my favorite... barely. Not a huge fan of the style but the comfort is tops. I use the watch for running frequently. Worked great for tracking runs while streaming music to Bluetooth earbuds.

Battery life is ok. Not great but not bad enough for me to feel restricted.

The software is wear os. Which, afaict, is not the same level of quality as apple's watch. I definitely miss notifications for no explanable reason on a rare occasion. Still, weird and unexpected.

8/10 - really very comfortable and overall great. Would get another.