Google's Pixel Watch 3 could come in two sizes this year to better compete with the Galaxy Watch 7

Google’s Pixel Watch 3 could come in two sizes this year to better compete with the Galaxy Watch 7،

Is it too early to start talking about Google's next big Apple Watch rival? You'd think so given that the Pixel Watch 2 is only a little over three months old, and at least for now, we have absolutely no reason to expect the Pixel Watch 2 to launch. Pixel Watch 3 before October 2024.

But the first credible rumor about this still-distant Wear OS-powered smartwatch is here, so whether we like it or not, we find ourselves discussing the specs and possible changes to the Pixel Watch 3 compared to its reasonably well-reviewed predecessor.

Based on discussions with a presumably reliable “source close to the matter”, a very interesting new 9To5Google report focuses entirely on one specific change expected from Big G's next-generation smartwatch. Namely, it looks like this thing will likely come in two sizes next fall, significantly improving the flexibility of the one and only Pixel Watch 2 41mm and the first generation Pixel Watch 41mm.

This is clearly a surprising “upgrade”, one that brings Google closer to many of its competitors, from Apple to Samsung to Garmin. What will definitely be interesting to see is whether the search giant intends to keep the 41mm case size or shrink it a bit more for the smaller one. Pixel Watch 3 variations.

The Apple Watch Series 9, for example, comes in 41 and 45mm sizes, while the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 keeps things a little more compact with 40 and 44mm cases. One size Pixel Watch 2 happens to be thicker than these four devices, but if Google succeeds in extending the Pixel Watch 3, which should allow the company to pack a larger battery into a thinner overall package.

At the moment, we really don't know anything certain about this year's third generation. Pixel Watchbut this rumor leading the way is definitely encouraging, suggesting that Google is happy with the overall performance and user experience offered by its latest smartwatch, now moving towards revisions and design improvements that may seem less significant but are could make all the difference for the Galaxy Watch. and Apple Watch owners looking for a change of pace (and brand).