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BORDERLANDS CREATOR LEAKS GOOGLE PIXEL WATCH 5

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
SAT, JUL 18, 2026

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Randy Pitchford, creator of the Borderlands franchise, accidentally revealed images of an unreleased Google Pixel Watch 5 on X. His friend reportedly discovered the device underwater while scuba diving near Saint Martin.

Pitchford posted two photos of the watch on social media, noting that the reverse side clearly identifies it as a Google Pixel 5—a device Google has not yet announced. The watch appeared to be in working condition despite its underwater discovery. The leak provides an early glimpse at Google's next wearable before any official announcement. Details about the device's features and specifications remain limited based on the images shared. This marks an unusual source for a major product leak, highlighting how unreleased tech can surface through unexpected channels. Google has not commented on the incident. The company typically unveils new Pixel devices during its annual hardware events, though no official launch date for the Pixel Watch 5 has been announced. The leak joins a growing list of pre-release product reveals that have emerged through social media in recent years.

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