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These files are for use only on your personal Google Pixel Watch devices and may
not be disassembled, decompiled, reverse engineered, modified or redistributed
by you or used in any way except as specifically set forth in the license
terms that came with your device.
Terms and conditions
While it may be possible to restore certain data backed up to your Google
Account, apps and their associated data will be uninstalled. Before proceeding,
please ensure that data you would like to retain is
backed up to your Google Account.
Downloading of the system image and use of the device software is subject to the
Google Terms of Service. By
continuing, you agree to the
Google Terms of Service and
Privacy Policy. Your
downloading of the system image and use of the device software may also be
subject to certain third-party terms of service, which can be found in
System > About > Legal information in the Google Pixel Watch app, or as
otherwise provided.
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