Google could flip Watch Unlock around with a new Pixel feature - Android Authority
Google is reportedly developing a 'Phone to Watch Unlock' feature for Pixel devices, which would allow users to unlock their Pixel Watch automatically when they unlock their paired phone. This feature appears to be a reversal of the existing Watch Unlock capability and is expected to be exclusive to the Pixel ecosystem.
Why it matters
This development demonstrates Google's ongoing efforts to deepen integration within its hardware ecosystem to improve user convenience.
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0 • Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Follow us on Google Discover Add us as preferred source TL;DR Google seems to be developing a Phone to Watch Unlock feature for Pixel Watches. The feature would automatically unlock your watch after you unlock your paired Pixel phone, effectively reversing today’s Watch Unlock feature. Our findings suggest it will be exclusive to Pixel devices through Google’s Connected Phone & Watch services app.
Google already lets compatible Pixel Watches help you unlock your phone through its Watch Unlock , but it looks like the company is now building the feature in reverse.
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