Pixel Watch 5 Gets First Update With Gemini Features and New Gestures, Keeping Wear OS 7
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Updated · Android Authority · Sep 4
Pixel Watch 5 Gets First Update With Gemini Features and New Gestures, Keeping Wear OS 7
3 articles · Updated · Android Authority · Sep 4
Summary
Google has started rolling out the Pixel Watch 5’s first software update, moving firmware to CP3A.260905.002 with September security fixes and general software improvements.
The changelog centers on Gemini rather than major new additions, spotlighting personalization, offline actions, proactive suggestions and improved Raise to Talk—features largely already present at launch.
Expanded gestures aim to cut screen taps: a wrist-turn now works as universal back navigation, while double pinch can open notifications, scroll Gemini replies and control apps such as Wallet and Recorder.
One key limit remains: Gemini Proactive Suggestions work only when the watch is paired with a Pixel 11 and Gemini plus proactive assistance are enabled on the phone.
The update keeps the watch on Wear OS 7 based on Android 17 and is rolling out in phases by carrier and device, making this release feel more like a launch software recap than a feature drop.