Verizon today announced the launch of the Gizmo Watch 4, the latest addition to its Verizon Family ecosystem, designed to provide parents with peace of mind while giving kids a safe, connected experience. The new smartwatch introduces advanced safety features such as Watch Removal Detection alerts, real-time location insights, and upcoming real-time severe weather notifications, all aimed at keeping families connected and protected.
The Gizmo Watch 4 was developed with input from real parents to build trust and address everyday worries. It functions as an invisible safety net, offering children the freedom they want without exposing them to social media apps or unfiltered web browsers. Key safety features include real-time location insights, custom safe zones, watch removal alerts, and a distraction-free school mode. Guardians can add up to 40 trusted contacts to block strangers, ensuring only approved individuals can communicate with the child.
In terms of durability and performance, the Gizmo Watch 4 boasts a new water-resistant design with a 1.6-inch scratch-resistant glass screen. It is powered by a faster processor and a battery that lasts up to three days, supporting high-quality video calling on Verizon's reliable network. The watch integrates seamlessly with the Verizon Family app, allowing centralized management of its safety and wellness features. Parents can track the watch's location, manage trusted contacts, and set safe zones from a single dashboard. The watch also includes fun tools like step counters, to-do lists, and kid-friendly educational tools.
Verizon is also enhancing the overall family experience with new loyalty and rewards programs. By enrolling in the Verizon loyalty program through the My Verizon app, customers can avoid standard Gizmo Watch activation and device upgrade fees. Additionally, through Verizon Shine, all Verizon customers on any plan can enter weekly for a chance to win once-in-a-lifetime experiences, along with daily drops including tickets to concerts and sporting events, exclusive merchandise, dining vouchers, and gift cards.
To coincide with the back-to-school season, Verizon is offering a special promotion from July 9 through September 3, 2026. New and existing customers can get a free Gizmo Watch 4 when purchasing the device on a 36-month payment plan with a new watch line at $10 per month plus taxes and fees. The value is provided as $180 promotional credits applied over 36 months. The Gizmo Watch 4 is available in two kid-focused colors: Dusk Blue and Pistachio Pin. Orders can be placed at verizon.com or through the My Verizon App. For more information on keeping kids safe online, visit Parenting in a Digital World.
