Google Pixel Watch 2: A powerful and stylish smartwatch with Fitbit features

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Google is back with a new and improved Pixel Watch 2. It is a smartwatch with a strong focus on fitness and health tracking. It features new sensors and features from Fitbit, the wearable maker Google bought in 2019, including the stress-detection sensor from the Fitbit Sense 2.

The Pixel Watch 2 retains its signature round screen and 41 mm case, but with some subtle design changes. The 1.2-inch AMOLED screen is now flush with the digital crown, eliminating the small gap from the previous model. The watch’s body is also made of recycled aluminum, making it lighter and eco-friendly. It comes in at 31 grams instead of 36 grams. And it has Gorilla Glass 5 protection. It comes in various colours, such as Polished Silver/Bay, Polished Silver/Porcelain, Matte Black/Obsidian, and Champagne Gold/Haze. 

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Nothing and CASETiFY launch smartphone case collab for iPhone 14 and 15

Nothing and CASETiFY launch smartphone case collab for iPhone 14 and 15

CASETiFY and Nothing

Nothing, the British electronics brand known for its minimalist design, has partnered with CASETiFY for a new line of smartphone cases. But it isn't for its phones. Instead, the collaboration features four cases compatible with the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 series. It carries that transparent back design distinctive for its devices, but they've made the phone cases for Apple devices. It's available in black or white, with either the "Nothing" logo or white lines highlighting the wireless charger. If you want to confuse people, here's a case to get.

The collection also includes a Nothing Mini Pouch for the Ear (2), Nothing’s wireless earbuds. The pouch has a utility lanyard that makes it easy to carry and access your earbuds and their case. The Nothing x CASETiFY collaboration is available on CASETiFY's website, with pricing starting at US$70 (around CA$97).

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Google launches Gmail app for Wear OS

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Google has launched a Gmail app for Wear OS, which lets smartwatch users view and open their emails. The app was first announced at Google I/O in May. But it has now been spotted by 9to5Google on the Play Store. It enables users to access their email from their Pixel Watch. You can refresh your inbox, scroll through emails, and switch between accounts from the watch. The app also shows new email notifications on the watch face.

This is a significant upgrade for Wear OS users. Before, they could only get Gmail notifications and archive, reply, or delete emails. The app works on Wear OS 3 or Wear OS 4 and is available for download now.

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