Google's Pixel Watch is about to get a major upgrade, and it's a feature that many have been eagerly awaiting! The tech giant is taking a page from Apple's book, and we're thrilled to see this addition.
You may already be familiar with the handy alert system on the Apple Watch, which notifies you when you leave your watch behind. It's a simple yet effective way to ensure you don't forget your precious device, and it even acts as a theft deterrent. Well, get ready, because Google is finally bringing this feature to its Pixel Watch, and we've got all the details!
But here's where it gets controversial... While the Pixel Watch has been lacking this functionality, we've discovered some intriguing clues that Google is hard at work to change that. Our sources have spotted references to a feature called "Notify when left behind" within a system app, and the code hints at an upcoming launch.
Here's a sneak peek at the code we've uncovered:
<string name="left_behind_reminder_title">Notify when left behind</string>
<string name="left_behind_reminder_setting_title">Notify when phone is left behind</string>
<string name="left_behind_reminder_info">To use this feature, your watch must be on your wrist and Bluetooth must be on for both your phone and watch</string>
<string name="left_behind_reminder_enroll_fail_toast">To turn on, make sure your watch is unlocked. If that doesn't work, try again later.</string>
As you can see, the code suggests a few requirements, such as having Bluetooth enabled on both your phone and watch. It seems like certain Pixel Watch models may already support this feature, as indicated by the following code snippet:
<string name="left_behind_reminder_not_supported_message">Update your watch software or use a compatible model.</string>
<string name="left_behind_reminder_not_supported_title">Not supported watch</string>
Not only will this feature notify you when your Pixel Watch is left behind, but it also has the potential to automatically lock the watch when it's disconnected from your phone. This added security measure is a welcome bonus!
You'll have the option to disable alerts on your phone, especially when you're in a trusted environment like your home. This customization ensures you're not bothered by unnecessary notifications.
While we haven't been able to get the feature working just yet, it's an exciting development. We're keeping a close eye on this, and we'll keep you updated as we get closer to the official release. And get this - Google is also working on a complementary feature that will remind you when your phone is left behind!
And this is the part most people miss... An APK teardown, like the one we've conducted, can provide a glimpse into future features based on work-in-progress code. However, it's important to note that these predicted features may not always make it to a public release. So, while we're excited, we'll have to wait and see!
Stay tuned, and feel free to share your thoughts in the comments! Are you excited about this new Pixel Watch feature? Do you think it will enhance your daily experience with the device? We'd love to hear your opinions!
