Pixel Watch 4 introduces a novel side charger, yet continues to elude traditional wireless charging capabilities.
The Pixel Watch 4, Google's upcoming smartwatch, is set to introduce a number of changes to its charging interface, making it more user-friendly and visually appealing.
According to recent leaks, the charger for the Pixel Watch 4 is a narrow pill with two circular pins, a departure from the 4-pin connector used in the current Pixel Watch (3) and the Pixel Watch 2. The new charger will be placed on the left side of the watch, making it easier to use the watch as a bed-side clock.
One of the most notable changes is the design of the charging interface. The Pixel Watch 4 will stand vertically on a new pill-shaped cradle, allowing the charging display to be visible from the side. This suggests that the charging interface remains always-on during charging, showing time and charging status clearly, especially useful for bedside viewing during overnight charging.
The charging display on the Pixel Watch 4 is themed blue and features hour and minutes in separate containers, alarm and notification dot, charge status ring, and percentage at the top. The charger for the Pixel Watch 4 also matches the curvature of the watch, ensuring a seamless and sleek design.
While the current Pixel Watch (3) and the Pixel Watch 2 use a non-wireless charger, charging on the Pixel Watch 4 series is said to be 25% faster. However, official confirmation of the exact behavior (whether the screen stays on indefinitely or for a set period) is not detailed in the leaks.
In contrast, the current Pixel Watch (3) and the Pixel Watch 2 use a 4-pin connector for charging and do not feature wireless charging. The existing charging interface likely turns off after a few seconds since there is no mention of an always-on display during charging, and users often express frustrations with this design.
Here's a comparison of the charging features between the Pixel Watch 3 and the Pixel Watch 4:
| Feature | Pixel Watch 3 (Current) | Pixel Watch 4 (Upcoming) | |--------------------------|------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------| | Charging Interface Type | 4-pin connector, watch lies flat | Pill-shaped cradle, watch stands on its edge | | Display During Charging | Likely turns off after few seconds | Designed to stay on and visible from side | | Charging Visibility | Limited | Visible, acting like a bedside clock |
The Pixel Watch 4 is expected to be officially launched on August 20, 2025, and we look forward to seeing the full details of this exciting new device.
[1] Source for charging interface design: [Link to source] [3] Source for user frustrations with current charging interface: [Link to source]
In the forthcoming Pixel Watch 4, the charging interface has been enhanced, featuring an always-on display that provides time, charging status, and other notifications, mimicking a bedside clock. This departure from previous models like the Pixel Watch 3 and the Pixel Watch 2, which do not have wireless charging, showcases Google's focus on enhancing the user experience with advanced technology, such as wearables and gadgets.
