Google rolls out app-update fix for Pixel Watch battery drain

Google says a fix for unexpected battery drain affecting a small number of Pixel Watch users is rolling out and should reach users over the next couple of days. Users can check for the app updates through the Play Store on their watch. (960a5ccb-968d-4a31-a3bf-76d5b9d79675; abb7bd48-9cf8-4a4b-ae6d-810ab2c08962)

• Google says the battery-drain fix has begun rolling out and should be complete over the next couple of days.· 2 sources
• Google describes the issue as affecting a small number of Pixel Watch users.· 2 sources
• Reports described sudden battery drain; Android Authority says some mostly idle watches fell to about 12 hours of battery life.· 2 sources
• The fix is delivered through app updates. Users can check manually by opening the Play Store on the watch and choosing Manage apps, then Update all.· 2 sources
• Google has not identified which app or software component caused the drain, according to the reports.· 2 sources