Google’s Pixel Watch 3 could be thicker than its last-generation device, hinting at possible new sensors
A series of renders for the Pixel Watch 3 recently surfaced, giving us our first insight into what Google’s upcoming wearable could look like. Sourced from remarkable industry insider OnLeaksThe new model looks almost identical to the Pixel Watch 2. It has the same 1.2-inch “bezel-less display with a rotating crown on the side,” the report said. Images show the wearable in black, attached to a matching strap, although more colors are expected to be available at launch.
Designs start to differ when you look at the claimed dimensions. The Pixel Watch 3 is said to measure 40.79 x 40.73 x 14mm. For comparison, the Pixel Watch 2 measures 41 x 41 x 12.3 mm. The future smartwatch will therefore be slightly smaller than the previous generation, but also thicker than before – almost two whole millimeters. It’s not known exactly why the wearable has the extra weight, although there are a number of theories.
Bigger battery or new sensors?
91Mobiles thinks this is due to the battery. A product listing was discovered several months ago on a South Korean quality assurance website of what is reportedly the Pixel Watch 3’s battery. According to documents, the wearable will pack a 307 mAh battery, which is larger than the Pixel Watch 2’s 304 mAh battery. While it’s a bigger power pack, the size difference doesn’t feel dramatic enough to take up almost two millimeters of space to take.
News site 9To5Google their reporting argues that the Pixel Watch 3 may have some new sensors that justify the extra space. Exactly what kind of sensors they are is up for debate. There haven’t been many leaks regarding the Pixel Watch 3’s hardware. So far, it’s mostly been about software features like an improved Watch Unlock. We’ve seen comments online asking for better fitness tracking capabilities, which could lead to adding more sensors.
In addition to the size, there is also a good chance that the bezels around the watch face will be thinner, giving users a better view of the screen. This is because, as 9To5Google points out, the device is smaller, but the screen remains the same size. It’s worth noting that previous rumors about the Pixel Watch 3 have stated that there will be a 45mm option to go with the standard 41mm model. If so, this will be Google’s first smartwatch to have that size.
Of course, as with any leak, you should take this information with a grain of salt. Things can always change at the last minute. Check out Ny Breaking’s list of the best smartwatches for 2024.