Google’s April fix for the Pixel Watch is finally here and it quietly solves a big problem
Referential image of the Pixel Watch 3 alongside the original Pixel Fold. | Image credit — PhoneArena
The April 2025 bug fix update is rolling out to Pixel Watches. | Image credit — u/wired- on Reddit
Unlike the March release, where different Pixel Watch models ran separate firmware builds, the April update unifies all supported Pixel Watches under the same version. It doesn’t introduce a new security patch, but instead keeps the March security level intact across the board.
The focus this time is squarely on improving stability and performance. Among the standout fixes, the long-standing issue with delayed notifications seems to have been addressed, which will be a huge relief for users who depend on timely alerts. Early user reports also suggest noticeable improvements to battery efficiency, another pain point from the last update.
To install the update, users can head to Settings, then System, and then System Updates on their watch. If the update doesn’t appear right away, some users have had success by repeatedly tapping the "Your watch is up to date" screen. Connecting via Wi-Fi instead of Bluetooth may also help the update download faster, not to mention making sure your watch is charged to at least 60% capacity.
While this isn’t a flashy feature drop, it’s a much-needed patch that could finally bring some consistency and stability to the Pixel Watch. Receiving late notifications is truly detrimental to a smartwatch's experience, so it is updates such as this one that end up determining whether a smartwatch is actually enjoyable and dependable to live with day-to-day.
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