Core Devices Commenced Pebble Round 2 Production
The manufacturer has initiated assembly of its ultra-thin smartwatch, targeting the fulfillment of 14,000 preorders by year-end.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Consumer Electronics
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Core Devices has officially begun production of the Pebble Round 2 smartwatch, with the first 200 units already manufactured. This follows a period of delayed shipping originally scheduled for May 2026.
Why it matters
The manufacturing update provides a tangible timeline for the 14,000 customers currently awaiting their preordered devices. This move aims to resolve a significant backlog that has persisted since the smartwatch was unveiled earlier this year.
The Pebble Round 2 utilizes a MiP (Memory in Pixel) display designed for efficiency, enabling a maximum battery life of up to 14 days. The device is currently available in three color options.
The players
Core Devices
A consumer electronics manufacturer specializing in wearable technology, known for producing the Pebble series of smartwatches.
The details
The Pebble Round 2 relies on a MiP display, a screen technology that stores the state of each pixel locally to significantly reduce power consumption compared to standard OLED or LCD panels. This hardware approach allows for an ultra-thin case profile while maintaining the 14-day battery life benchmark. The manufacturer is scaling its factory output to 1,000 units throughout October to address the remaining order volume.
Timeline
January 2026: Pebble Round 2 was officially unveiled.
May 2026: Original scheduled shipping date for initial preorders.
September 30, 2026: Core Devices published a status update on production.
October 2026: 1,000 additional units are scheduled for production.
December 2026: Expected completion of all preorder assembly.
The Tech Race
The Pebble Round 2 production cycle follows the wider pattern of delays seen across the 2026 wearable supply chain constraints. Core Devices must now meet this end-of-year assembly deadline to remain competitive against established smartwatch rivals.
Customers who preordered the device should expect shipping updates to begin in early November. With 14,000 total preorders and only 200 units produced so far, fulfillment will continue in batches until the end of the year.
The takeaway
The brand is shifting from an announcement phase to active fulfillment after missing its original spring shipping window. Watch for the next assembly update in November to confirm if the 1,000-unit October target is met.
What happens next
Core Devices has confirmed that 1,000 units are scheduled for production throughout October, with full assembly of all preorders expected by the end of December 2026.
Further reading
For more on the current landscape of wearable hardware, visit Consumer Electronics.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Notebookcheck.
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