The tech world is buzzing with speculation as Google’s next-generation devices approach their reveal. Hot on the heels of the revealing of the design for the Google Pixel 9, attention has turned to another anticipated release — the Pixel Watch 3. Anticipated to launch alongside its smartphone counterpart in October, this latest iteration of Google’s wearable technology is expected to carry forward the design legacy of its predecessors with some notable tweaks.
According to the latest leaks, the design of the Pixel Watch 3 is largely congruent with that of the current model, the Watch 2, maintaining the sleek circular bezel-free display and the iconic rotating crown along the side. Fans of the Watch 2’s Obsidian Active model will be pleased to find that the aesthetic seems to continue, with the new render hinting at a similar black color theme.
While the leaked images suggest the screen size remains unaltered at 1.2 inches, we could be in for an expansion of options with the rumored introduction of a Pixel Watch 3 Pro — a potential new addition that would mark a step up in size for Google’s wearable offerings. As for the color variants, we might expect a palette beyond the showcased black, though this will only be confirmed upon the official release.
The new device is expected to run on WearOS, providing seamless integration with Google’s suite of apps and functionalities. Despite some past critiques centered on the thick bezels of the Pixel Watch 2, it appears that the upcoming model may not significantly deviate in this aspect. However, rumors do point to potentially slimmer bezels on the new watch, coupled with a casing that’s thicker — a change that could hint at the inclusion of a larger battery, with leaked specifications suggesting a minor bump up to 307 mAh from the previous 304 mAh.
One design shift that is immediately notable is the move from straps featuring a latch mechanism to ones with a buckle, presumably for a more secure and comfortable fit. The sensor array on the flip side seems to remain unchanged, and the ease of donning and removing the watch is expected to be just as user-friendly as before.
Size-wise, the Watch 3 is said to sit at dimensions of 40.79 x 40.73 x 14 mm, which subtly varies from that of its predecessor. Aside from this slight dimensional twist and the thicker casing, those who admired the previous model’s aesthetics will likely find the Watch 3’s design strikingly familiar.
As the tech community eagerly awaits concrete news, these early reports suggest that the Pixel Watch 3, while evolutionary rather than revolutionary in design, may yet hold subtle improvements under its thicker chassis. For Google enthusiasts and wearable tech aficionados alike, it will be interesting to see how these enhancements manifest in user experience once the device officially hits the market.
