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Google just scared some Pixel Watch owners, but there's good news
Recently, some first-generation Pixel Watch owners were alarmed by a warning that suggested they would lose support for Google Health sync. This anxiety was traced to a bug, which Google has now confirmed. The company stated that support for legacy Pixel Watch and Fitbit devices is still in effect, emphasizing the importance of having Wear OS 4 or newer for optimal usage. Users were advised on checking the software version and ensuring updates are applied.
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Published 19 Aug 2026, 10:40 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- First-generation Pixel Watch owners received an erroneous warning about losing Google Health sync.
- Google confirmed the warning was due to a bug, not an actual discontinuation.
- Support for legacy devices, including the original Pixel Watch, remains in place.
- The Google Health app requires Wear OS 4 or newer for compatibility.
- Users can check their watch's software version in the settings menu.
Interesting facts
- The warning sparked significant concern among users on Reddit.
- Initial apprehensions were heightened due to the age of the original Pixel Watch.