While you might have to wait until September 10th for the official release of the Google Pixel Watch 3, you can already get a taste of its new watch faces by sideloading the latest Pixel Watch Faces APK. This method allows users of existing Wear OS smartwatches to preview the new watch faces before the watch is even available.
The Pixel Watch 3, announced last week, boasts a new size with a larger display, enhanced components, and some impressive new watch faces. To get started, you’ll need to download the latest Google Pixel Watch Faces APK (v3.0.119.647124927) from APKMirror. However, you must install the APK on your smartwatch itself, not your phone, for the new watch faces to appear.
Several users have successfully tested the APK on platforms like Reddit, confirming its functionality on various watches, including the OnePlus Watch 2R and earlier Pixel Watches. This allows you to enjoy the new Pixel Watch 3 watch faces on your current smartwatch, even if it isn’t the Pixel Watch 3.
If you prefer to wait for the official release, Google will eventually make the new Pixel Watch 3 watch faces accessible to all users. This took a few weeks after the Pixel Watch 2 launched last year. While you can currently pre-order the Pixel Watch 3, it won’t be available for purchase until September 10th. The watch was unveiled at the recent Made by Google event alongside the Pixel 9 series and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
Interestingly, the Pixel Watch Faces APK is compatible with both Wear OS 4 and Wear OS 5 watches, even though the Pixel Watch 3 runs on Wear OS 5. This means you can enjoy the new watch faces on your older Wear OS 4 smartwatch.
For detailed instructions on how to sideload your smartwatch, you can refer to this comprehensive guide. This allows you to experience the exciting new watch faces of the Pixel Watch 3 even before its official release.
