Google Pixel Watch App Adds “Raise to Talk,” “Satellite SOS,” and More (v4.1.0.810754319)

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Key Points of This Article

• Based on our own investigation, we discovered new features tailored for the “Google Pixel Watch 4” within the code of the “Google Pixel Watch” app v4.1.0.810754319 update.
• These include a new “Raise to talk” gesture to activate Google AI “Gemini” and the “Pixel Watch Satellite SOS” feature.
• AI (Gemini) will be integrated into the “Smart Reply” feature.

On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, the “Google Pixel Watch” companion app for Google Pixel smartwatches—”Google Pixel Watch,” “Google Pixel Watch 2,” “Google Pixel Watch 3,” and the new generation “Google Pixel Watch 4″—began receiving the v4.1.0.810754319 update.

While this v4.1.0.810754319 update to the “Google Pixel Watch” app does not yet include any noticeable new features, there are signs of preparation for the upcoming new-generation “Google Pixel Watch 4,” such as a refreshed app logo in the app drawer. However, based on our own investigation, we have discovered new features tailored for the “Google Pixel Watch 4” within the app’s code, which we will introduce here.

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One of the new features discovered in the code of the “Google Pixel Watch” app v4.1.0.810754319 update is the new “Raise to talk” gesture for activating Google AI “Gemini,” which we previously reported was added to the “Google” app for Android. This new “Raise to talk” gesture is now included in the “Google Pixel Watch” app v4.1.0.810754319.

<string name="assistant_gesture_story_notification_subtitle">Set up the ‘Raise to talk’ gesture to speak to Gemini naturally</string>
<string name="assistant_gesture_story_title">Use Raise to talk to speak directly to Gemini</string>
<string name="unified_tos_digital_assistant_disclosure_description">Depending on which digital assistant is set as the default on your device, Google Assistant or Gemini will activate if you are an eligible user located in a supported region. You can turn off your assistant in Settings.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt; If Google Assistant is the default, you can use your voice to send texts, manage your day, and get quick answers. Just press &amp; hold the side button to talk to your Assistant.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt; If Gemini is the default assistant, you get the same hands-free help that you love from Google Assistant, plus you can speak naturally using your own words and phrases and get help with more complex tasks.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt; Gemini and Google Assistant use info from your devices and services to provide more customized and context-aware assistance. Gemini and Google Assistant access certain system permissions and data (including through Google Assistant for Gemini), like call and message logs, contacts (to help you keep in touch), and screen content (to help you act on it). When you use Gemini or Google Assistant, Google collects your activity, like your chats and location info. Google Assistant activity is stored in your Web &amp; App Activity.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt; &lt;b&gt;Note:&lt;/b&gt; In addition to the &lt;a href=https://policies.google.com/terms&gt;Google Terms&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=http://policies.google.com/privacy&gt;Google Privacy Policy&lt;/a&gt;, the &lt;a href=https://support.google.com/gemini/answer/13594961#privacy_notice&gt;Gemini Apps Privacy Notice&lt;/a&gt; applies to Gemini. Gemini can make mistakes, including about people, so &lt;a href=https://support.google.com/gemini/answer/14143489&gt;double-check it&lt;/a&gt;.</string>
<string name="unified_tos_digital_assistant_disclosure_title">Digital assistant disclosure</string>

Additionally, there is the “Pixel Watch Satellite SOS” feature, which will debut on the 4G LTE version of the “Google Pixel Watch 4.” This is also included in the “Google Pixel Watch” app v4.1.0.810754319.

<string name="sat_comms_fragment_title">Satellite SOS</string>
<string name="sat_comms_setting_description">With a clear view of the sky, you can message emergency services and share your location when you don’t have a cell or Wi-Fi signal</string>
<string name="sat_comms_setting_title">Satellite SOS</string>
<string name="sat_comms_step_1_description">When you’re outdoors with a clear view of the sky, your watch can help you connect to a satellite</string>
<string name="sat_comms_step_1_title">1. Connect to a satellite</string>
<string name="sat_comms_step_2_description">Answer a few vital questions to best describe your situation. This information is sent to emergency services to help them find you.</string>
<string name="sat_comms_step_2_title">2. Tell responders what happened</string>
<string name="sat_comms_step_3_description">You’ll see a confirmation that your message has been sent to emergency responders</string>
<string name="sat_comms_step_3_title">3. Message emergency services</string>

Furthermore, AI (Gemini) is being integrated into the “Smart Reply” feature. When accessing reply suggestions from a notification, an AI reply option will now be displayed.

<string name="smart_replies_ai_generated_subtitle">Suggests high-quality responses with conversational awareness. If your phone isn't nearby, your watch will generate replies on device using an open source model.</string>
<string name="smart_replies_ai_generated_title">AI Generated</string>
<string name="smart_replies_basic_subtitle">Get simple reply options when receiving a message notification.</string>
<string name="smart_replies_basic_title">Basic</string>
<string name="smart_replies_none_subtitle">Suggested reply options will not be available.</string>
<string name="smart_replies_none_title">None</string>
<string name="smart_replies_title">Smart replies</string>

Finally, in an internal update, the minimum required API level has been raised from the previous API level 26 (Android 8.0 Oreo) to API level 29 (Android 10). Consequently, the overall OS support requirement for the “Google Pixel Watch” app has been changed to Android 10 or later.

• Previous app version v4.0.0.792595430

<uses-sdk android:minSdkVersion="26" android:targetSdkVersion="34"/>

• New app version v4.1.0.810754319

<uses-sdk android:minSdkVersion="29" android:targetSdkVersion="35"/>

The new features discovered in the code of the “Google Pixel Watch” app v4.1.0.810754319 update introduced today are expected to be rolled out gradually to coincide with the launch of the new-generation “Google Pixel Watch 4.”

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