Pebble Revives Circular Smartwatch With New Bezel-Free Pebble Round 2 [Video]

Pebble is bringing back its circular smartwatch, unveiling the Pebble Round 2 today with a design that fixes the glaring bezel issue of its 2015 predecessor. The updated wearable keeps the ultra-thin profile of the original while stretching the display to cover the entire face and extending battery life to roughly two weeks.



Front and center is a new 1.3-inch color e-paper display with a resolution of 260x260 pixels, effectively doubling the pixel count of the first model. The stainless steel chassis remains impressively slim at just 8.1mm thick, while updated internal hardware enables Bluetooth efficiencies that contribute to the significantly longer runtime.



Navigation is handled through four tactile buttons, staying true to Pebble's roots, though the device also includes a touchscreen for users who prefer touch input. Additional hardware features include a backlight, a linear resonance actuator for vibration, an accelerometer, and a magnetometer. Pebble is targeting a water resistance rating of 30 meters.


Running on the open-source PebbleOS, the watch works with both iOS and Android smartphones via the Pebble mobile app. It supports basic health metrics such as step counting and sleep tracking. Dual microphones enable speech input and interaction with AI agents. While Android users can reply to messages directly from the wrist, this feature is not currently available for iPhone users in most regions, though Pebble says iOS support in the European Union is coming soon.



The Pebble Round 2 is available for pre-order today for $199. At that price, it faces stiff competition from Apple's entry-level wearables. The second-generation Apple Watch SE is currently on sale for just $129, while the newer Apple Watch SE 3 is priced at $219. You can track the latest deals on those devices using the iClarified Apple Watch Price Tracker.

Shipping for the Pebble Round 2 is expected to begin in May. It will be available in Matte Black, Brushed Silver, and Polished Rose Gold finishes. Customers who previously pre-ordered the Pebble Time 2 can also switch their order to the new Round 2 model.