Google’s Pixel Watch 5
Victoria Song, The Verge: The $399 Google Pixel Watch 5 isn’t about the hardware. Sure, there’s a new satin pyrite case finish, a few new strap colors, and a Steph Curry Special Edition. Under the hood, there’s a slightly faster Qualcomm processor and an itty-bitty battery bump. There’s a $50 price hike from last year, too, because the Pixel Watch 5 isn’t immune to RAMageddon — none of us are.…
The new Google Pixel Watch 5, priced at $399, is a software-focused upgrade over the previous model. While it boasts a satin pyrite case finish, new strap colors, and a Steph Curry Special Edition, the most significant changes lie within. The watch is equipped with a slightly faster Qualcomm processor and a minimal increase in battery capacity. However, the Pixel Watch 5 is not immune to the ongoing "RAMageddon" issue plaguing the tech industry, resulting in a $50 price increase.
Despite these improvements, the Pixel Watch 5 may appear unremarkable at first glance. The watch's impact is expected to be limited due to its predominantly software-based updates. According to the author, they have never encountered a person wearing a Pixel Watch in real life, aside from a few individuals using Pixel phones at tech events.
One standout feature introduced in this year's model is the ability to generate watch faces using artificial intelligence. The author created a watch face featuring "fat cats and an elegant font," but the result fell short of expectations. The "fat cats" were not actual characters but rather plump, cat-shaped clock numbers. While this may seem gimmicky, the author acknowledges that some users may appreciate this feature.
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