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GSM Arena
a day ago
- GSM Arena
Qualcomm is working on a much better chipset for smartwatches
According to a new rumor, Qualcomm is currently working on a new chipset for smartwatches, codenamed Aspen and bearing the model number SW6100. From that we can infer that it will be marketed as the Snapdragon Wear W6, as the W5 has the model number SW5100. Interestingly, the new chip isn't based on any existing Qualcomm product, unlike all of its predecessors. The Snapdragon Wear W6 is bespoke for wearable platforms, and its CPU will have one Cortex-A78 core and four Cortex-A55 cores, alongside support for LPDDR5X RAM. It will be built by TSMC. Google's Pixel Watch 3 uses the SW5100 The W5 was unveiled in 2022, and so it's definitely high time for a replacement from Qualcomm. The W6 seems to focus on performance with switching from four Cortex-A53 cores in its predecessor to four Cortex-A55 and a Cortex-A78 big core. If that configuration seems familiar, it's because Samsung's Exynos W1000 also uses it. It's unclear when Qualcomm will bring the new SoC to the market, but it might be announced in September at its annual Snapdragon summit, in which case we should see the first smartwatches using it appear in early 2026. Source
Phone Arena
5 days ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
The Pixel Watch 3 hits an all-time low for Prime Day
The 41mm Pixel Watch 3 is $100 off for Prime Day $100 off (29%) Prime Day is here, and it brings the best discount on the Google Pixel Watch 3 we've ever seen. Right now, the 41mm version sells for $100 off its original price, making it a real best-seller you wouldn't want to pass up. Buy at Amazon The 45mm Pixel Watch 3 is $100 off at Amazon $100 off (25%) Alternatively, you can save $100 on the larger-sized Pixel Watch 3. Right now, the larger 45mm model has dropped to its best price as well, making it a solid Prime Day bargain. Buy at Amazon Pixel Watch 3 Receive the latest mobile news By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy Pixel Watch 3 best smartwatches Pixel Watch 3 Grab Surfshark VPN now at more than 50% off and with 3 extra months for free! Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer Prime Day 2025 is live, and you can now save big on some of the best smartwatches on the market. And if you're a Pixel fan looking to complete your ecosystem, you should absolutely check out Amazon's incredible sale on the Pixel Watch 3 Right now, the e-commerce giant gives you a huge $100 discount on both the 41mm and 45mm models—the biggest price cut we've seen so far. That's right—this sale beats the Black Friday 2024 offer. Just a note: these bargains are only available to Prime what else makes thea standout option—beyond the killer price? First of all, it has a gorgeous, minimalist design, and it's exceptionally comfortable to wear. On top of that, it runs on Wear OS, which makes navigation ultra-smooth and thing to like about it is the super-accurate heart rate tracking. It also packs advanced health and wellness features, including sleep coaching, a blood oxygen sensor, ECG technology, and more. There's even fall detection on deck, adding extra peace of that's not all. The model offers specialized features like Morning Brief, which gives you a summary of your health and fitness metrics when you wake up. However you look at it, theis a worthwhile competitor to many of theon the about battery life? Well, this fella isn't the longest-lasting timepiece on the market, but Google claims you can get up to 36 hours between charges with Battery Saver on. Of course, you might not always get that result—the more you use it, the more frequently you have to charge theis easily the best Google wearable so far. While it might not have the best battery life, it packs a plethora of useful features and has a gorgeous design with a bright OLED touchscreen. If that sounds good enough to you, now's your chance to buy it at its best price! Take advantage of this Prime Day promo before it's too late.
Tom's Guide
01-07-2025
- Tom's Guide
This is the one upgrade that will get me to switch my Pixel Watch 3 for a Pixel Watch 4
I've always had very mixed feelings about smartwatches, but finally caved and picked up the Google Pixel Watch 3 last year. While my feelings haven't completely turned around, I have managed to fill a few niches with the wearable — but there's one thing I'd like to change. If you remember the original Pixel Watch, which was released back in 2021, you'll be aware that it came with a wireless charging-like system similar to the Apple Watch 10 and Galaxy Watch 7. By the time the Pixel Watch 2 came around, though, that feature was gone. And having used the replacement charging system and logged the problems it seems to have, I wish the Pixel Watch 4 would bring back something similar to the old arrangement — even though I know it's not going to happen should the Pixel 4 show up as expected later this year alongside the Pixel 10 smartphone series. Rather than having a wireless charging system, both the Pixel Watch 2 and Watch 3 draw their power from a 4-pin connector. It's the same charging system as recent Fitbit watches, like the Fitbit Sense 2 and Versa 4 — to the point where the chargers are (just about) compatible with each other. But while Fitbit watches are now functionally dead, the charging connection is still very much alive. The problem is, it doesn't work nearly as well on my Pixel Watch 3 as it did on my Fitbit Versa 4. I never actually had an issue with getting power into that watch, but the Pixel Watch 3 doesn't seem to want to play by the same rules. I've lost count of the number of times I've put my watch down to charge, and it just sat there not taking in power. I've done everything from making sure the pins are perfectly aligned, that the connectors are all clean, and there will still be times when the watch essentially goes, "hmm, nah." I never had that issue with the Versa 4, and that wearable was considerably cheaper — not to mention less advanced. Aside from the fact the charging pins liked scratching the back of the watch, it always recharged when I needed it to. I don't know why that's the case, but it's incredibly frustrating — and I'd love to be able to slap my watch onto a charging puck haphazardly with the confidence that it won't just sit there doing nothing. Plus, it would be nice to use my the reverse wireless charging on my Pixel 9 Pro to juice up my watch. When you look at the reasons why Google scrapped wireless charging for Pixel Watch 2 and 3, the reasons make sense. The main benefits are that pin charging offers faster charging speeds, which is helpful when you need to recharge your watch every day. This charging system also produces significantly less heat. In fact the heat problem was so bad that Google had to put out an update to nerf the charging speed to keep the temperature down to the point where a 100% recharge took almost 2 hours to finish — which is not good. I had wondered whether thickness was another factor, since it always seems to be with smartphones, but that doesn't seem to be the case. The Pixel Watch and its successors are all 12.3mm thick; in fact, they all look pretty similar, though admittedly, the original Pixel Watch is a lot rounder at the bottom compared to its younger siblings. That said, removing the charging coils from the wearable could have made space for other things. The Pixel Watch 2 has sensors for EDA, skin temperature, irregular heart beat rhythm and an improved multi-point heart rate sensor. Not to mention, it offers a larger battery than its predecessor. It was never officially confirmed that these features required the charging coil space, but I'd bet money Google definitely put the extra real estate to good use once the charging pins were decided on. As problematic as the Pixel Watch's wireless charging was, I'd still like to see some kind of puck-charging system come back on Pixel Watch 4 — or on some future model if it's too late to do anything about this year's offering. Google will need to work out the kinks, and improve wireless charging speeds without turning the wearable into a miniature burn risk in the process. Or, you know, at least make the 4-pin charging more consistent than it currently is. It really should not be hit-and-miss the way it has been for me, because like any charger, it should just be able to work. Hopefully, that isn't just a pipe dream.
Mint
30-06-2025
- Mint
Google Pixel Watch 3 becomes first Android watch with channel sounding Bluetooth tracking
Google's Pixel Watch 3 is quietly raising the bar for Android smartwatches. Released with the Wear OS 5.1 update in March 2024, it's the first watch on the platform to include Channel Sounding, a Bluetooth feature that measures the exact time it takes a signal to travel between devices. This approach delivers far more precise tracking than older Bluetooth methods that only guess distance based on signal strength. The hardware already supports it, but the feature still depends on more devices adopting the same technology before it becomes part of daily use. Channel Sounding is a Bluetooth technology designed to calculate distance between two devices measuring how long it takes a signal to travel back and forth between. Unlike older Bluetooth methods that only estimate distance based on signal strength (which can be unreliable), Channel Sounding uses precise timing data. This allows devices like the Pixel Watch 3 to show correct information about how close you are to something you're trying to find. For example, if you drop a set of earbuds behind your sofa, Channel Sounding can show you precisely how far away they are, instead of giving you a vague indication that they are in the same room. It provides the exact location, helping you find small devices like earbuds in minutes. Find My Device feature shows you where your lost item was last seen on a map, like in your office, in your car or somewhere inside your home. It gives you the general area but doesn't pinpoint the exact spot within that space. Channel Sounding helps you when you are near your device. If you're standing in your living room, it can guide you step by step and tell you the earbuds are one metre away, like under the sofa cushion. So, in short, the Find my device feature tells you which room to search and Channel Sounding guides you to the specific spot in the room. This combination of features could make finding lost items much easier for people who often misplace small things at home or work. While Find My Device gives you a good idea of where to start looking, Channel Sounding can help you finish the search quickly by pointing out the exact distance. Right now, even though Google's Pixel Watch 3 has the technology ready, you can't fully use this feature yet. The main reason is that Channel Sounding requires other devices that can communicate with your smartwatch using the same Bluetooth technology. These could be future smartphones, trackers, or other accessories that haven't come out yet. Google has not shared a clear timeline for when this technology will be ready to use in everyday situations, but it has confirmed that more products will add support over time. However, including Channel Sounding now means Google's Pixel Watch 3 is prepared for the future. As more accessories and Android devices start supporting this system, people will gradually see the benefits of faster, more accurate tracking. In the coming months, anyone interested in this technology should keep an eye on announcements about new accessories and updates that will help enable precise tracking. For now, Pixel Watch 3 owners will need to wait for compatible devices to be released before they can try Channel Sounding in real world scenarios. The Pixel Watch 3 already has the tech to help you find lost things more easily. You can't use it yet, but it shows the direction Android is going. As more devices add Channel Sounding, tracking will get more accurate and helpful for everyone.
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Business Standard
30-06-2025
- Business Standard
Google's Pixel Watch 3 skips UWB, uses Bluetooth tracking instead: Report
Google's Pixel Watch 3 reportedly uses a Bluetooth-based tracking feature called Channel Sounding for precise location tracking, rather than the Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology. According to The Verge, the feature is active but not effectively used since it requires more compatible devices. The feature was introduced with the Wear OS 5.1 update rolled out in March. It enables the Pixel Watch 3 to locate devices like smartphones, earbuds or other wearables with greater accuracy. What is Channel Sounding? Channel Sounding is part of the Bluetooth 6.0 standard, announced in September 2024. Unlike traditional Bluetooth tracking that relies on signal strength (which can be affected by obstacles like walls or furniture), Channel Sounding measures the time it takes for multiple signals – sent at varying frequencies – to travel between devices. This allows for: Although the Pixel Watch 3 supports Channel Sounding, it remains unused for now as it requires multiple devices with the same capability to be effective. Broader adoption is expected with the launch of more Bluetooth 6.0-enabled devices, including the upcoming Pixel Watch 4 in August 2025. Why Channel Sounding and not UWB (ultrawide-band) UWB offers precision tracking, but requires a dedicated chip and antenna that adds to the cost. In contrast, Channel Sounding can deliver comparable results using standard Bluetooth hardware already present in most modern smartphones and wearables. In essence, Google's approach offers the promise of precise, without the added cost or complexity of UWB. Important to note, the Pixel Watch 3 has the UWB hardware.
