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Google unveils the Pixel Watch 5 on August 12, but it’s betting on a phone accessory strategy while the Garmin Fenix 8 Pro and Apple Watch Ultra 3 own the fitness category as standalone devices. That mismatch is the real story.
Marty’s Take:
Bundling the Pixel Watch 5 into a phone-and-foldable event, alongside the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, confirms Google treats wearables as an ecosystem afterthought, not a standalone bet. The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro ships as the headline product of its own launch; Google ships watches as accessories to a phone slot. That gap in focus is why the best fitness tracker picks still skew toward dedicated hardware makers.
Shop mentioned gear: Apple Watch Ultra 3 | Garmin Fenix 8 Pro | Pixel Watch 5 | Google
Source: CNET
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