Ahead of Google’s anticipated busy year of hardware launches, a new Wear OS-powered smartwatch has emerged at the FCC. However, it deviates from expectations regarding the Pixel Watch 3. Recent reports have divulged details about the upcoming Pixel Watch 3, including its anticipated availability in two sizes and the utilization of UWB connectivity for Watch Unlock. Consequently, the FCC listing for the G4SKY device appears anomalous, as it lacks UWB connectivity and doesn’t align with the expected fall launch timeframe for the Pixel Watch 3.
Speculations have emerged about the nature of this enigmatic Wear OS device. One possibility, albeit unlikely, is a mid-range “Pixel Watch 2a” accompanying the Pixel 8a. However, no credible leaks or reports support this notion. Another intriguing aspect is the G4SKY watch’s existence in a single variation equipped with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and LTE connectivity. While the inclusion of LTE eliminates alternative Android-powered options like a Chromecast, the absence of 5G rules out the possibility of it being the Pixel Tablet 2.
Given these factors, it’s plausible that Google or Fitbit is developing a Pixel Watch alternative. With Google I/O 2024 less than a month away, the event could shed light on this mystery hardware, potentially alongside the Pixel 8a’s debut.
