Pixel Watch 5 Hands-On: Powerful Upgrades Come at a Price

Market Trends & Product Pricing - Google's new Pixel Watch 5 is priced starting at $400, representing a $50 price increase compared to the previous generation [1] - The new model shares the same circular design, bubbled-up screen, and two sizing options as its predecessor, while introducing a new pyrite finish and colorful band options [2][3] - Hardware upgrades include a more powerful processor, 3 gigabytes of RAM, a slightly larger battery, and a dual-band GPS reported to be two times more accurate than previous versions [1][4][6] Health & Technological Features - Advanced health capabilities include a dual-band GPS tracking accuracy touted to surpass dedicated sports watches like the Garmin Fenix and Apple Watch Ultra, alongside a 15% improvement in sleep and recovery tracking accuracy [6][7] - New fitness tools feature expanded coach functionality, workout builders for custom gym routines, and an AI-powered visual routine generator using photo recognition [8][9] - Safety and medical monitoring updates introduce Health Guardian features for emergency detection, alongside future capabilities for monitoring blood pressure and insulin resistance trends rolling out between September and October [9][10] - Advanced medical monitoring features, including blood pressure and insulin resistance tracking, will also come to the Fitbit Air and currently lack FDA approval [11]