The Google smartwatch, "Google Pixel Watch 5," is used by pairing it with a smartphone running Android 12.0 or later, allowing access to various Google services.
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Google Pixel Watch 5 Usage Review: Featuring Gemini-powered Coaching and High-Precision Tracking
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One of its major features is the coaching function utilizing the AI model "Gemini." Through the Google Health app, users can receive personalized guidance and advice tailored to their individual needs.
Regarding fitness features, it supports recording over 50 types of activities, including running and hiking. Equipped with high-precision GPS, it enables accurate mapping of routes. Additionally, the sleep tracking function records sleep stages and breathing regularity, aggregating them into a sleep score.
As for battery performance, Google claims a maximum battery life of up to 40 hours. Real-world measurements by GIGAZINE confirmed nearly 36 hours of operation with the Always-On Display enabled. Note that the official claim for Always-On mode is 30 hours. Charging speed is very fast, reaching 93% in 30 minutes and achieving a full charge in approximately 50 minutes.
Safety features include a fall detection function that automatically notifies emergency services when a user suffers a severe fall, as well as a function to send the current location to emergency contacts. Please note that some features, such as Google Health's "Health Coaching," require a paid subscription.
Sources
- Geminiが使えるスマートウォッチ「Google Pixel Watch 5」を使ってみた （GIGAZINE、2026-09-21）
- Google Store