And a new processor powers it all.
We’ve been waiting for Google’s Pixel Watch 5 reveal since it appeared during a chance encounter while scuba diving, but it’s finally here. Although the hardware isn’t much different from its predecessor, Google has incorporated plenty of additional health tracking features to convince customers to upgrade.
There’s no big jump in specs, but the Pixel Watch 5 does offer “blood pressure trends,” which uses the watch’s sensors to passively observe your pulse and movement so it can send a “unique contextualized overview on the first of each month.” Beyond blood pressure, the Pixel Watch 5 can also use its sensors to estimate insulin resistance and discover your “metabolic health,” which Google describes as a “personal effectiveness indicator.” With the new Health Guardian feature, your Pixel watch can track your energy efficiency and tell you how well your body is converting food into energy without the need for needles or blood.
Along with the new health features, Google has introduced several new watch complications. There’s even an option to create your own using generative AI prompts. Inside, you can expect pretty much the same specs as the Pixel Watch 4, but Google has upgraded the chip to a Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 Accelerated which offers a slight increase in processing power. The Pixel Watch 5 will also get double the storage compared to the previous model, as it can now handle up to 64GB.
Google is introducing a new watch strap color for the 41mm model, called Canyon, and a Stephen Curry Special Edition model that comes with an exclusive strap and watch face. The Pixel Watch 5 will start at $399 and any Golden State Warriors fan can expect to pay at least $579 for the Stephen Curry variant, both of which will be available for pre-order on August 12.
