Pebble is set to release the Pebble Round 2, a refreshed version of its thinnest smartwatch, following the launch of its revived smartwatch line and a budget-friendly AI smart ring. The Pebble Round 2, priced at $199, features a rounded screen design intended to provide a more premium aesthetic while maintaining the brand's commitment to affordability.

Like previous Pebble devices, the new smartwatch focuses on essential functionalities to keep costs down. The Pebble Round 2 offers basic health and activity tracking, including step counting and sleep monitoring. However, it omits a heart rate sensor and other advanced features typically found in fitness-oriented smartwatches. This trade-off allows for extended battery life, with the device expected to last between 10 and 14 days on a single charge.

The Pebble Round 2 is a successor to the Pebble Time Round, originally launched in 2015. Pebble had touted the original as the thinnest smartwatch on the market. The new model retains a slim profile, measuring 8.1 mm in thickness, a slight increase from the original's 7.5 mm. The company aims to provide a balance between style and functionality.

The release of the Pebble Round 2 signals the company's strategy of reviving older models with updated features. The Pebble Time 2, recently launched, follows a similar approach. Pebble's focus on affordability and essential features differentiates it from competitors that offer more comprehensive, but often more expensive, smartwatches.