Google Pixel Watch 2 Review - 6 Months Later
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 มิ.ย. 2024
- Is the Google Pixel Watch 2 Worth It after 6 months? How's the Battery Life? Has the Fast Charging speed really improved? Are fewer features behind a paywall?
We're taking a deep dive into the Pixel Watch 2 six months after its launch. We'll cover the watch's battery life, which was a major pain point in the original model, and whether the promised improvements have materialized. We'll also test the sleep tracking and whether it's good or if Google has locked too many critical analysis features behind a paywall this time around. We'll also examine the new materials and overall build quality, new watch faces, and integrations with Google Assistant and other services.
Then, we'll discuss the downsides of the Pixel Watch 2, from performance hiccups to missing features, plus our overall recommendation on whether this smartwatch is worth it and who it's best suited for.
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0:00 - Battery life
0:41 - Sleep tracking
1:02 - Paywall for some analysis features
1:39 - Watch design and size
2:17 - Tiles and watch faces
2:45 - Google Assistant
3:08 - Downsides
6:19 - Recommendations
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As someone who only uses a smartwatch for text notifications, music/podcasts and occasionally using Google Assistant.....Ill always prefer the round shape! (Really wish they could work on those bezels though)
Personally i feel like galaxy watch 6 classic lte is way better than competition
I think the round aesthetic of the watch is beautiful and I wouldn't want it square. My main gripe with the watch is fitness tracking. It's not on the same level as my Garmin 255s for running even though everything is there in the PW to do so. Also battery life can't compete even though the PW is definitely doable. The PW is beautiful while the Garmin is a beast!
I'm only interested in round watches. I love the look and aesthetics of the Pixel Watch. And I've been tied to the Fitbit ecosystem for about 10 years now, but I'm not subscribed to the Premium. I'm already paying to buy the device, that should be more than enough.
Great review of the Pixel Watch 2! While the podcast issue might be niche, they should definitely address it.
I love using my Pixel Watch 2 for:
* Quick tasks with Google Assistant: timers, alarms, questions, shopping lists (Google Keep)
* Navigation: maps with turn-by-turn or full map on my wrist
* Payments: Google Wallet for cards & tickets
* Fitness tracking: heart rate, hikes (altitude), workouts (Fitbit)
* Sleep tracking: monitor sleep & weekly averages
* Reduced phone dependence: calls & messages, less screen time
* Alarm & Bed time synced
* Google assistant to ask random questions when yalking to family and friends
Overall, it's helped me be less distracted by my phone. Plus, the design is lightweight and comfortable. The only issue I had (GPS tracking) was fixed a few months ago. Battery life has been awesome, although I don't use AOD (use Tilt to Wake instead), +30h, sometkmes reaching +40h.
Got it with pixel 8 pro. I like it. I returned the first gen because the battery was so bad. I've had a few hiccups usually after software update where battery rapidly drains but fixes after a reboot. I'm upset Fitbit changed sleep stats layout though.
Crap, is subscription based.
Not fully, I've been using for a bit and the amount behind the Paywall seems very small
Your video is 100% comparable to my experience it's the small things like now playing controls, and some things just feel half baked. But for fitness and aesthetics it's been a great watch! Love this review
How about the Galaxy Fit 3? Would you consider making a video?
I got this for $200 off of eBay. It is my first smart watch and I'm really enjoying it. I'm in the pixel ecosystem but I can understand some of the complaints here. For me though l, at the price I got it at, I have no complaints.
That is a GREAT price.
I managed to get a used one in pristine condition (not a single scratch, seller claimed he barely even used it) for $165 and I love it too :D
Would it be good for a out of the house dumbphone? I dont always want to be connected all the time so i was thinking of using one of these
I was lookin for your review for meta rayban glasses 6 months later! Did you do such review?
Coming out in August (was a bit delayed in ordering one)
I don't know how much it fixes it but if you hold on to the forward or back button on media controls for music if moves back and forth nicely. Not sure about the podcasts though.
But I do very much agree with you on that square watch point you made. Circular shape is just unpractical it's a wasted opportunity, all electronics inside and outside would benefit from the rectangular shape including the battery. There would be just more space for more capabilities. And yes, I 'am a Pixel Watch 2 user. I've been using it every day for around 6 months now. It's great and all the tracking is very good and precise compared to other smart watches out there. But I do wish they would go with the Apple design rectangular shape and have the crown away from the middle so it wouldn't touch the hand too easily.
I use a Fitbit charge 6 on a pixel 7 pro atm but to get around the pay wall as well as having the fitbit i use the google fit app where you can set bedtime routines ext so what the teacker cant show me the google fit app can,
not thoroughly as people would want but better than paying out i suppose as the app syncs with the watch the steps can be out if you leave your phone lying about whilst walking but tracks everything else
I like my pixel watch 2, but I don't tend to use it for most of its features. One of the annoying things that it's done lately is put itself and my phone on a permanent "do not disturb" setting and I have to turn it off manually. It'll set it when my phone gets in range of the watch as well if I decide that I don't want to wear it that day. I might have to look in the settings, but I like the watch, I just don't wear it as often as I used to.
I have to say that has happened to me as well. It's one of the very few annoying things.
I still refuse to even create a Fitbit account because of those paywall features, so it's just bloatware for me. I wish they released more first party watch faces with the feature drops too, not a lot of OLED friendly faces for those bezels.
Coming from a string of Galaxy watches, the Pixel Watch 2 is absolutely preferable to me in every way. From the comfort, to the software and the way it handles notifications, to changing watch bands. I don't wear it every day, and I don't really use it for sleep tracking or fitness. It's not perfect, but as an overall smartwatch, it's easily my favorite so far. Also: Team Round Watch or bust. Square watches can go away forever.
Round watches for me. A square one looks like a mini phone on the wrist - yuk.
I have a pixel but any android watch that works is fine. I don't care about the health aspect and a big screen is totally fine. I want good media controls phone calls and texting. My phone carrier is T-Mobile.
I still have the Pixel watch 1. I prefer this over Samsungs watch for one big reason. full access of all its features when pared with devices other than Google (in my case, Asus).
While I think it's a lovely looking watch with great integration with Android. But till there battery life is the best part of a week, not a day! I'll be staying with Garmin... Cheers for the update.
I have the Pixel Watch 1 and really like it. Unique design, with also pretty unique synthetic woven bands. Integrates well with Pixel phones. I use it as my weekend watch. For weekdays I use the Galaxy Smartwatch 4. The tracking and functionality of the Samsung is definitely superior but the design is quite mundane.
Yes google should give option of rectangular/square and circular watch dial. Some of them like squarish and some prefer circular shape dial. Also they should do away with that fitbit subscription and provide all features in the app it adds value to the product. It is so annoying man after paying premium for the watch you are prompted for subscription.
Round Watches are just more elegant in my opinion, squared watches are more for tech showing off.
Not a fan of the round shape, I'm hesitant after having a Fitbit versa but I want to try Google out
Does it have a light mode or is it constantly dark
Pretty much constantly dark in my experience so you don't see the bezel (which is large). - Josh
@@6MonthsLater I don’t think I’d get used to that as I always have my devices set to light mode
Asthetic aside, round is a really bad shape for smartwatches especially when those watch running a capable os like wearos, if its running rtos, that would be nice cuz there nothing much to do, but when it come to watch that have a lot of functionality like this, the square form factor is the way to go
The pixel watch is the best smartwatch ive ever owned. Perfect size and is so so goodlooking. Love it!!
Rip the oppo watch😢 a square wear os watch, it was so much better for notifications
I have a google one subscription which now includes fitbit premium so considering this to replace my fitbit sense 2 hmmmm 🤔
I am willing to bet the majority of these were part of the free ones people got during pre orders. If you could have snagged one for free I am sure it is fine. I would be interested to seeing how the OnePlus Watch compares to this.
🎉 I love pixel ❤ can't wait for the pixel 9 and watch 3.... I'm done with apple 💋
In India..
esim on watch is not available...
Charger is not available...
Straps are not available...
Wallet not available...
(I'm happy with the watch tho... Until I lose the charger or break strap😅)
why should I be paying them a subscription to use an app that I don't need an update for?
I fully understand that square smart watches are more functional, but they are objectively worse looking. The round watches look more classy and better
Intense workout every day so no suggestions needed.
6:10 i generally agree
barely one day is not excellent battery life
I prefer my Pixel 2 watch over my Samsung watch for many reasons.
1. It's less chunky, I also disagree about square watches, purely from an aesthetic perspective, I think round are prettier 🥰
2. I was having constant issues with my Samsung watch overheating. It would get really hot, almost burning and have to go into Safe mode whilst it cooled down. It finally exploded one night due to heat.
3. The charge time is really good. I only charge once a day, whilst getting ready.
4. I don't care about media controls so that doesn't bother me.
I still have the Pixel watch 1. I prefer this over Samsungs watch for one big reason. full access of all its features when pared with devices other than Google (in my case, Asus).
I got the original Pixel watch just because it's 150 dollars cheaper than the two. At first glance you can't even really tell the difference and after seeing this video I can see that the original pixel watch can do most of the things pixel watch two. There's definitely some upgrades on the Pixel two, but I don't think it's 150 dollars worth of upgrades.
If the battery is really bad as people have said though after a trial week I might try and return it and get the upgrade. Anyone have any thoughts?
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The only reason I'd ever get a Apple Watch is because it's not round. I wish any other company would actually make a smart watch that isnt' round and I'd snap it up straight away.
4:07 infuriating, not infur-IUR-ating
it doesnt auto detect you're on a bike or a walk? ...i dont want a circular screen, how inconvenient to see info. gesture scrolling or using the crown is annoying, it should auto present everything. a square screen is the only shape that makes sense....no curved corners! ACTUAL SQUARE SCREEN W CORNERS or dont bother
So thats a peace of sht this wach, one plus that they bought fitbit for acurate tracking thats it.
★★★★★☆
lol there is 0 difference between the first watch and the second just a money grab by google
The dumbest part is having to charge it more than once a week.
Why can't they design it to last for 1~2 months if you want it to?
I don't like this watch
2:22 samsung's galaxy watch 5 and 6 series both use sapphire crystal displays 🫣👨💻
Whoops! Apologies for missing the mark there and thanks for pointing out the correction. Video will be updated to remove that part so it doesn't cause confusion. - Josh
@@6MonthsLater all good, thanks for the response🤗