Wear OS 5.1 Update Expands to LTE Pixel Watches, Bringing New Features and Enhancements

Wear OS 5.1 Update for LTE Pixel Watches

• Rollout Status: The Wear OS 5.1 update is now available for the LTE versions of the Pixel Watch 3 and 2, as well as the original Pixel Watch.
• Previous Availability: Initially rolled out to Bluetooth/Wi-Fi models two weeks ago.
• Build Numbers:
  • Pixel Watch 1: BP1A.250305.019.W2
  • Pixel Watch 2 & 3: BP1A.250305.019.W3
• Reason for Staggered Rollout: Likely due to carrier certification and hardware differences.
• New Features:
  • Credential Manager Support: Allows logging in with passwords, passkeys, and federated identities like Sign In with Google.
  • Media Playback: Enhances media control through the watch speaker.
  • UI Changes: Updated accent colors from yellow to gray and a consolidated Settings > Modes menu.
  • Developer Option: Force Global AOD Experience to skip blurred clock on wrist down.
• Additional App Updates:
  • Loss of Pulse Detection: Available in the US via Personal Safety app.
  • Menstrual Tracking: Added to Fitbit for Pixel Watch 3.
  • Auto Bedtime Mode: Introduced for Pixel Watch 2.
  • Improved Step Tracking: Enhanced accuracy when jogging with a stroller or pushing a shopping cart.
  • YouTube Music: Enhanced podcast controls including fast forward, rewind, playback speed adjustment, and queue management.