Your smartwatch has just become more intelligent.
What you should know
– Gemini AI is arriving on Pixel Watch through a Play Store update — rolling out to all users in the upcoming weeks.
– The integration promises to facilitate natural interactions, allowing actions like creating playlists, sending messages, retrieving information from emails/calendars, and navigating with Maps.
– This update introduces advanced AI functionality to the Pixel Watch sooner than anticipated, ahead of the expected launch of the Pixel Watch 4.
Google has launched a new update via the Play Store for the Pixel Watch that introduces Gemini to the device.
As per the latest community announcement regarding Pixel Watch, Google is commencing the rollout for Pixel Watch on Wednesday (July 9), and it is believed that the update will reach all users within the next couple of weeks.
Google emphasizes that the purpose of this update is to provide the assistance of an AI right on the wrist for Pixel Watch users. They will enjoy quick answers to their inquiries, tailored assistance, and much more.
Google also mentions that users will receive a notification whenever Gemini becomes available on their paired Pixel Watch. Alternatively, they can access Gemini on their smartphones to manually activate it on the smartwatch. Additionally, availability and features may differ based on the device, language, country, subscription, and corporate account settings — factors users must keep in mind while utilizing the functionality.
Once the update is delivered via the Play Store, users will be able to converse with Gemini in a natural manner as they would on their Android phone and receive assistance in organizing their day. For example, they can create a personalized playlist while on the move or send a message without needing to dictate every word. Furthermore, they can recall useful information or, intriguingly, obtain details from their emails or calendars or even receive navigation assistance in Maps — and the possibilities are certainly vast.
Your Pixel Watch equipped with the latest Gemini integration should provide a “more intuitive and engaging way to operate your device.”
Anticipating the Pixel Watch 4 release
Regarding the Pixel Watch, the fourth version of the smartwatch is expected to launch this year. Although many anticipated the Gemini integration to coincide with the Pixel Watch 4, Google’s update suggests it opted not to delay that long. In addition to Gemini, the forthcoming smartwatch is predicted to feature a new chipset, a larger battery, and Google’s newest Material 3 Expressive interface.
