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Advanced Health Features on Pixel Watch 3

The Pixel Watch 3 includes comprehensive health sensors with FDA-cleared features and advanced tracking capabilities through Fitbit integration.


Available Health Features

FeatureDescriptionRequirement
ECGFDA-cleared AFib detectionAge 22+, calibration
SpO2Blood oxygen overnight trackingNighttime wear
Heart RateContinuous 24/7 monitoringAlways on
Skin TemperatureOvernight variationsSleep tracking
Loss of Pulse DetectionEmergency alert if pulse stopsEmergency contacts
Stress ManagementcEDA sensor trackingFitbit setup

Enabling ECG

  1. Open Fitbit app on phone
  2. Navigate to Discover Health & Wellness
  3. Select ECG and follow setup
  4. Complete initial calibration on watch
  5. Record ECG anytime from Fitbit ECG app

Regional Availability: ECG is not available in all countries. Check Fitbit app for your region.


SpO2 Overnight Tracking

  1. Enable in Fitbit app Account Pixel Watch SpO2
  2. Wear watch snugly overnight
  3. View results in Fitbit app next morning

Note: SpO2 tracks overnight only, not on-demand.


Loss of Pulse Detection (New)

Exclusive to Pixel Watch 3:

  1. Enable in Fitbit app Safety features
  2. Set emergency contacts
  3. If pulse stops and no movement detected, watch alerts emergency services

Advanced Running Metrics

Pixel Watch 3 tracks new running metrics:

  • Cadence: Steps per minute
  • Vertical Oscillation: Up/down movement
  • Ground Contact Time: Foot on ground duration
  • Running Power: Effort estimation

View in Fitbit app after runs.


Fitbit Premium Features

Some advanced insights require Fitbit Premium ($9.99/month after 6-month trial):

  • Daily Readiness Score
  • Wellness Report
  • Advanced sleep analysis
  • Personalized insights

Core health tracking works without Premium.


Setup Recommendations

  1. Complete Calibration: ECG and heart rate need initial setup
  2. Wear Consistently: 24/7 wear provides best baseline data
  3. Update Software: Latest WearOS enables all features
  4. Link Fitbit Account: Required for all health features

See Also: Best Fitness Apps|What's New vs Pixel Watch 2|How to Pair