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Google is fixing Wear OS 5
Google says Pixel Watch users won't see a fixed WearOS 5 any time soon
Google does offer a couple of potential fixes for the blank screen issue, but one involves resetting your watch to factory settings.
Google pulled its Wear OS update for old Pixel Watches to fix a big problem
Pixel Watch 1 and 2 owners will have to wait to update to Wear OS 5 to avoid the possibility of turning their watch into an expensive friendship bracelet.
Your Google Pixel Watch might not get the upgrade you'd hoped – at least not for a while
Google released the initial Wear OS 5 software update for older Pixel Watch models back at the end of September, but the update resulted in some devices getting a black screen. The update was pulled shortly after and while Google has now said the update is still coming, it might be a little later than you would have hoped.
Google Acknowledges Bricking Pixel Watches, Will Resume Update Once Issues Mitigated
In late September, reports of soft bricked Pixel Watch 1 and Pixel Watch 2 devices started popping up following the September update to Wear OS 5. This week, Google has acknowledged the issue and confirmed that the update has been pulled until the problem is resolved.
Google Pixel Watch's fixed Wear OS 5 update may not arrive anytime soon
In a post on Google's support forums, a Google Community Manager confirmed pausing Wear OS 5's release for the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 on September 26, 2024, following black screen reports. The company now plans to "resume the WearOS 5 rollout to these devices later this year" after fixing the issue.
Googles Buggy Wear OS 5 Update for Pixel Watches Is on Hold
Google announced that the pause started on September 26, 2024, and the company is currently working to resolve the problem. The company has stated that it has a plan to resume the Wear OS 5 rollout later this year once the issue is addressed. However, there's no guarantee it can do so, so it could always be delayed even further.
Google Pixel Watch 3 vs. Apple Watch Series 10: What we recommend after testing
The Google Pixel Watch 3 and Apple Watch Series 10 are two of the best smartwatches available. This guide explores the key differences.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 owners poised to get Wear OS 5 soon – as Google Pixel Watch still struggles
As the best Android smartwatches battle to bring Android's Wear OS 5 update to older generations of devices, mixed fortunes mean a rollout for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 could be close at hand. Not so for older Pixel Watch owners, who could have a long wait in store.
Google is fixing Wear OS 5, rolling out to Pixel Watches soon
Google is currently fixing the Wear OS 5 update and will rollout to the Pixel Watch series smartwatches in the coming weeks.
Google Pixel Watch 2 hits new low price for Prime Day
SAVE $79: The Google Pixel Watch 2 is on sale at an all-time low price on Amazon Prime Day. It'll run you $170.99, which is a 32% drop from its list price of $249.99.
Older Pixel Watch owners might have to wait a little longer for Wear OS 5
While the previous firmware release has caused issues for the Pixel Watch users, the company's fix will come later this year.
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Older Pixel Watches are picking up a useful change from the Pixel Watch 3
Some Pixel Watch 1 and 2 owners on Reddit report getting the new Pixel Watch 3 charging screen on their wearable. As visible ...
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