The Google Pixel Watch 3 might support Watch Unlock via UWB

The smartwatches by Google, Pixel Watch series are equipped with the Watch Unlock feature. This feature enables users to unlock their smartwatch with the help of a Bluetooth connected smartphone. According to some fresh pieces of information, it appears like the company is going to upgrade this feature in the future with the release of the Pixel Watch 3.

Some references to “UWB ranging” for Watch Unlock were discovered by folks at 9To5Google. The research was carried out within a recent version of the Play Services app. The outlet also discovered a few references to Watch Unlock, which is based on UWB, not functioning in regions that forbid the networking protocol. There is no access to ultra-wideband in this part of the world. One excerpt says, “Watch Unlock can still be used, although you could notice a little delay and less accuracy.

It is quite obvious that the company is using UWB in an effort to offer fast and reliable method for unlocking with the help of a smartphone. However, there is a limitation that this feature is unavailable on the Pixel Watch or Pixel Watch 2. It means that the UWB-enabled Watch Unlock feature could debut with the Pixel Watch 3.

In this way, users will have more than one option for Watch Unlock. A UWB-enabled unlock is already available with smart door locks, digital car keys, and smart home controls. Therefore, it makes sense that a Pixel Watch 3 equipped with this protocol might also provide some of these functions. Well, this is not all what we have recently learned about the Pixel Watch 3 in the recent weeks. Previously, it was reported that the Pixel Watch 3 come in a larger, 45mm size.