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After wearing the Pebble Time 2 for two weeks, I'll never buy another smartwatch
13 days ago
- The author expresses dissatisfaction with modern smartwatches, feeling they try to do too much and become a burden.
- After two weeks with the Pebble Time 2, the author declares they will never buy another smartwatch due to its superior experience.
- Battery life is a key advantage: the Pebble Time 2 lasts up to two weeks on a charge, eliminating daily charging worries.
- PebbleOS is praised for its stability and lack of planned obsolescence, with older devices still functional and supported.
- The open-source nature of PebbleOS allows for extensive customization and app development, unlike closed systems from Apple or Samsung.
- The e-paper display is versatile, always-on, and energy-efficient, trading some visibility for better battery life.
- The watch feels like a true companion tool, offering control over the user experience without unwanted features.
Pebble Mega Update – July 2026
13 days ago
- Over 23,000 Pebble Time 2 watches have been produced since late March, with over 80% of pre-orders fulfilled. Remaining pre-orders will ship by late July for different colors.
- Pebble software updates have significantly improved battery life; Pebble 2 Duo now lasts over 30 days, and Pebble Time 2 around 21 days. New SDK features include Touch Screen API, Speaker API, and Alloy for native JS apps.
- Index 01 functionality is now available in the Pebble mobile app, with features like syncing to iOS Reminders, Obsidian, and Google Tasks. Production has started, aiming to ship most pre-orders by end of August.
- Reported issues with Pebble Time 2 include software bugs (inaccurate step tracking, accelerometer/touch screen failures) and hardware problems (high power consumption, touch panel issues, glass cracking). Free replacements are offered for hardware issues.
- Pebble Round 2 production was delayed due to cosmetic issues but is now on track to start mass production in late July. All pre-orders (around 14,000) are expected to ship by end of September.
- The software roadmap includes upcoming features like a send text app (Android only), find my phone, a new weather app, and improvements to enable notification replies for iOS users in the EU.
Pebble Time 2 Is In Mass Production!
6 hours ago
- Pebble Time 2 is in mass production with over 4,000 units assembled; shipping begins late March and continues through June.
- Water resistance rated 30 meters (3 ATM); safe for brief water exposure but not for diving, hot water, or high pressure.
- Key features include a larger e-paper display, long battery life (14 days current, target 4 weeks), compatibility with 10,000+ apps, stainless steel build, and health tracking.
- Limitations: not a full fitness tracker, caution for nickel allergies, software features like second microphone and extended battery not yet enabled.
- Pre-order customers will receive an email to confirm addresses and can modify orders, merge pre-orders, or switch to Pebble Round 2; orders ship via courier with tracking.
- Orders are shipped DDP (duties prepaid); US tariff is ~$12; VAT+handling fee applies for other countries.

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After wearing the Pebble Time 2 for two weeks, I'll never buy another smartwatch

Pebble Mega Update – July 2026

Pebble Time 2 Is In Mass Production!