There's an air of levity and playfulness in the Pixel Watch 4 that’s hard to find on any other high-end smartwatch . Much of this is due to Google’s Wear OS redesign, which—much like Material 3 Expressive on Android —emphasizes bold colors, shapes that morph as you scroll, and a bubbly personality. Pair this with the unique, domed glass and domed display sitting underneath, and you'll find it hard to look away.

It is unfortunate, then, that some of this beauty is sapped by the default strap included in the box. Unlike Apple, Google doesn't offer strap choices at checkout; you have to purchase a strap separately . The included Active Band is dull—a disservice! But if my biggest complaint is the strap, then the Pixel Watch 4 must be a dang good smartwatch. Indeed, it remains the be

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