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February 17, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

Google Pixel Watch 4 review (UK): gorgeous, clever, and very “pick a side”

Last updated: 17 February 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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Quick summary: This Pixel Watch 4 review explains who it’s for (Android people), who it’s not for (iPhone people), and what’s actually improved.

Price check: UK prices tend to float between £279 (41mm WiFi) and £449 (LTE), depending on colour, strap, and retailer.

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If you’re eyeing the Pixel Watch 4, here’s the truth: it’s not a neutral little timepiece. It’s an Android companion device with opinions. Pair it with an Android phone and it’s brilliant. Pair it with an iPhone and it’s basically a lovely, expensive reminder that tech companies enjoy building walled gardens.

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Published by Stiv in Android apps, Reviews, Technology lover, Watch lovers
Tags: Android smartwatch, Fitbit, gadgets, Gemini, Google Pixel Watch, Pixel Watch 4, smartwatch review, UK tech, Wear OS
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Nooka Designing Time Review: A Bold Design Book Worth Your Shelf

Last updated: 22 March 2026

By Tristan · Arts, exhibitions and creative culture

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Cool Factor: 4/5 - Stone cold

This Nooka Designing Time review breaks down Matthew Waldman's 200-page design monograph and gives our honest verdict. Part manifesto, part visual archive, Designing Time tells the full story of NOOKA, the futurist brand that dared to reimagine how we see time. We read it cover to cover. Here's what we thought.

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Published by Stiv in Designers, Reviews, Technology lover, Uncategorized, Watch lovers
Tags: coffee table books, design book review, design inspiration, matthew waldman, nooka designing time, nooka review, product design, timepieces, UX design books

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