The smartwatch that fixes the things that matter most

This Android smartwatch feels like a genuine leap forward, with a fresh looking display and a clever new charging dock

- Sahil Bhalla

Google has had four years to come up with the Pixel Watch, and in 2025, they've finally nailed it. The original Pixel Watch was launched in 2022, and since then, it has maintained its core ethos. It looks and feels like a traditional watch while getting smarter and integrating Wear OS with Fitbit more deeply. For the Pixel Watch 4 (₹39,990), Google has given the smartwatch a new processor, Gemini integration, improved GPS, and a revamped charging dock. There's better battery life this time around, along with a brighter display with reduced bezels and a dual-frequency GPS antenna.

ACTUA 360 DISPLAY

The display, the feature you interact with the most, is the Pixel Watch 4's USP. It's a beauty to look at, and a culmination of the original Pixel Watch's water-droplet design character. This time around, there's a 10% larger screen, 15% smaller bezels and a 50% increase in brightness (from 2,000 nits to 3,000 nits). There's also greater visibility, thanks to the raised screen, and that means it's easier to tell the time at any angle.

The domed circular display is understated and elegant, even with a plain (some may call boring) strap. Text is easier to read, the colours pop, and outdoor legibility is strong. The always-on display (thanks to the improved battery life) is a pleasure as I can just glance at the smartwatch to see the time.