Wear OS 5.1 Update Disrupts Pixel Watch Functionality

Following the March 2025 rollout of the Wear OS 5.1 update for the Pixel Watch, users have reported significant issues including severe delays in notifications, increased battery drain, and other bugs such as inaccurate step counts. Complaints have flooded social media and dedicated forums, with many users expressing frustration over missing important messages and alerts. Despite attempts at factory resets, the problems persist, and only a restart seems to provide temporary relief. Google has yet to acknowledge these issues, leading to concerns that it may take months before a resolution is implemented. The update was the first since November 2024, and the widespread nature of the bugs has left many users disappointed with the smartwatch's performance. Experts speculate that a quick fix may be unlikely given Google's updated timeline for software updates.