Google Pixel Watch 3 Review - Finally Bigger! (vs Pixel Watch 2)

Summary

The video review covers the new 45mm Google Pixel Watch 3, highlighting its design and build quality, which is notably larger and brighter than its predecessor. The watch features a 40% bigger screen, improved brightness up to 2000 nits, and LTP0 support for variable refresh rates. It retains the same 12.3mm thickness and Gorilla Glass 5. The battery life is enhanced with a 35% larger capacity, and charging is faster. The watch introduces new health tracking features, Google Home integration, and exclusive software features. The reviewer suggests upgrading for the display and brightness improvements, but otherwise, the previous model remains a solid choice.

Takeaways

• 💲 The 45mm Pixel Watch 3 was purchased for $286, a discount compared to the official price of $399.
• 📦 It doesn't come with a box, so there's no unboxing experience, but it offers 40% more screen than its predecessor.
• 📱 The watch has a larger case and slimmer bezel, making it look and feel more massive than the Pixel Watch 2.
• 🔗 The band is wider and taller, so older bands are not compatible unless you opt for the smaller size Pixel Watch 3.
• 🌞 The display brightness is doubled to 2,000 nits peak, and the new LTPO support allows for a variable refresh rate from 1 Hz to 60 Hz.
• 🔋 The 45mm size has a 420mAh battery, which is 35% larger than the previous model's 306mAh.
• 🔌 Charging speed is faster, but due to the larger battery, it takes slightly longer to reach 80% compared to the Pixel Watch 2.
• 📞 The speaker quality has improved but is still not loud enough for clear phone calls outdoors.
• 🏃‍♂️ New health features include a Readiness score, cardio load tracking, and a morning brief that consolidates health data.
• 🚗 Ultra-wide band support enables instant phone unlock and the use of the watch as a digital car key.

Q & A

What is the price difference between the Pixel Watch 3 and the official price of its predecessor?

The Pixel Watch 3 was purchased for $286, which is less than the official price of its predecessor, the Pixel Watch 2, which is $399.

How much more screen does the Pixel Watch 3 have compared to the Pixel Watch 2?

The Pixel Watch 3 has 40% more screen than the Pixel Watch 2.

What are the similarities in design and build quality between the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 2?

Both watches have the same 12.3 mm thickness, Gorilla Glass 5, design build quality, buttons, cutouts, IP68 rating, and detachable strap mechanism. The charger for the Watch 2 also works with the newer model.

What are the key improvements in the display of the Pixel Watch 3?

The key improvements are the doubled brightness, reaching up to 2,000 nits peak, and the LTPO support for a variable refresh rate that can go as low as 1 Hz with the always-on display.

How does the battery life of the Pixel Watch 3 compare to the Pixel Watch 2?

The 45 mm size of the Pixel Watch 3 has a 420 mAh battery, which is 35% bigger than the 306 mAh of last year's model.

What new health features are introduced in the Pixel Watch 3?

New health features include a Readiness score, cardio load tracking, a personalized target load for training, a morning brief, and a loss of pulse safety feature.

What is the ultra-wide band support on the Pixel Watch 3 used for?

The ultra-wide band support enables features like instant phone unlock without touching the screen and the ability to use the watch as a digital car key.

What software features are exclusive to the Pixel Watch 3?

Exclusive software features include the ability to control Google TV from the wrist, live stream from Nest cameras or doorbells, and the ability to take Astro photos from the wrist.

How does the Google Recorder app function on the Pixel Watch 3?

The Google Recorder app is supported on the Pixel Watch 3, allowing users to start recordings immediately from a tile on the watch. It can also synchronize recordings to the phone for location and transcription.

What new watch faces are introduced with the Pixel Watch 3?

New watch faces include categories called 'Active' with up to nine complications, 'Field' with various designs, and new designs for the 'Track' watch faces with more complications.

How does the battery saver mode on the Pixel Watch 3 differ from previous models?

The battery saver mode on the Pixel Watch 3 is smarter, providing up to 36 hours of battery life without compromising fitness and safety features.