The new Pixel Watch 4 is here, and it’s already making strong reviews. Google’s latest smartwatch refines nearly every aspect of the job with a brighter display, faster charging, better battery life, and a few long-awaited improvements that finally make it feel truly premium.
So how does it hold up in the real world? Here’s a collection of what some of the early reviews had to say:
At Wired, the focus is on customization being a key part of the new model:
The Pixel Watch 4 retains its original glass design but can be disassembled with a screwdriver, and uses mostly the same size screws throughout its construction. The good news is that the fix is one of the top improvements Google has made to the new Pixel Watch 4…
At 9to5Google, the highlight is the display and hardware polish:
In terms of hardware, the Pixel Watch 4 is exactly the same as its predecessors… It’s only when you use the Pixel Watch 4 that you notice what’s new, and that’s the display. Google’s new Actua 360 display pushes the bezels to smaller…
At Engadget, they call it a round smartwatch that ends up feeling premium:
Fast charging meets strong performance and life tracking with a great design. Google’s Pixel Watch 4 doesn’t completely reinvent the wheel, but it includes enough meaningful improvements, including a new charging structure, a brighter display, and better sensor performance, to finally make the Pixel Watch feel like it belongs in the premium smartwatch conversation.
In Droid-LifeReview centers on whether this is an upgrade you should buy:
What we want to see in the Pixel Watch 4 is to improve the display, battery life, performance, fitness tracking, and software. In all those areas, I think Google has made good enough improvements to keep this watch in your hand. The display is much better now. Google calls the display Actua 360 because it’s more dominant, more vivid, and more forward-looking. We have a maximum brightness of up to 3000 nits as well, so hot day use is something you can do now.
At Woman & Home, the emphasis is on the precision of following the suitability and reliability of everyday:
Fitness tracking was more accurate, including step counting, running and strength training, thanks to improved GPS and better sensor calibration. The watch supports more than 40 workout modes and syncs with the Fitbit app. Sleep tracking has shown significant improvement with stable data such as REM and deep sleep.
At DC Rainmaker, the focus is on battery life, display performance, and deep AI integration:
The new Pixel Watch 4 is here, along with SOS emergency communications via satellite, as well as more battery life, a brighter display, and deeper AI integration and new Gemini features. For example, there’s a new mode for streaming your fitness metrics while cycling to your phone, which is great for commuters or those who don’t want to commit to a dedicated bike computer at all. The display is large, has reduced bezels, and is very bright, up to 3,000 nits.
At TechRadar, the takeaway is innovation development:
Although I spent about half an hour with the Pixel Watch 4, it feels like a modern smartwatch that is responsive and very fast. The new processor, reduced bezels, and increased brightness make a noticeable difference. It’s shaping up to be a solid smartwatch, and while the Pixel Watch 4 doesn’t usher in a dramatic redesign, it’s all about polish and the addition of a healthy dose of AI functionality.
At Wearable, reviewers note practical advantages that make the Pixel Watch 4 a solid step forward:
With a curved display, smaller bezels, a side dock charger, and overall design tweaks, Google has done enough to bring the Pixel Watch 4 into serious competition. Two sizes, improved internals, and the same price as last year make this an interesting buy for Android smartwatch buyers.
