Someone allegedly found a Pixel Watch 5 in the ocean
The smartwatch reportedly still showed the correct time in low-power mode, and Pitchford later said the owner had been identified and the device would be returned.
- On Sunday, May 31, Gearbox founder Randy Pitchford posted on Twitter that a friend discovered an unannounced Google Pixel Watch 5 while scuba diving underwater near the Caribbean island of St. Martin.
- Images of the 45mm device revealed markings indicating IP68 water resistance, heart rate sensors, and Ultra Wideband support, suggesting it is a genuine pre-release prototype rather than a mock-up.
- Despite being submerged, the smartwatch reportedly displayed the correct time in a low-power state, and analysts noted the visible specifications appear consistent with authentic Google hardware.
- Pitchford later claimed he identified the owner and arranged for the watch's return, stating, "If you find something that isn't yours, pay it forward and try to return it."
- While some online speculated about a marketing stunt, this discovery joins a history of notable technology leaks, sparking debate over the prototype's authenticity and security practices at companies like Apple.
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Google's Alleged New Pixel Watch 5 Reportedly Found in the Ocean in Strange Leak
An alleged prototype of the unannounced Google Pixel Watch 5 is in the centre of one of the most unusual tech leaks in recent history after reportedly being discovered underwater near the Caribbean island of St. Martin. The device, which has not yet been officially announced by Google, appeared online after photos were shared by Gearbox co-founder Randy Pitchford on X. Pitchford claimed that a friend found the smartwatch while scuba diving near …
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