While Sony will likely revise their Fy 2014 sales target downward for the second time in just a short time, the company continues to make strides in improving their carrier relationship. Later this month, the Sony Xperia Z3 will launch on Verizon and T-Mobile, a first for Sony in the US. Along side the Xperia Z3v, designed specifically for Verizon with additional enhancements that are not available on the model sold on other carriers, Verizon will also be carrying the SmartWatch 3. Despite its name, the Sony SmartWatch 3 is actually the fifth iteration from Sony and is based off of Android Wear, the newest software release from Google that’s specifically designed for wearables like watches and fitness trackers.

Now in addition to Verizon outlets, Sony will be offering the SmartWatch 3 on Google Play.

Appearing earlier today, the Sony SmartWatch 3 is listed at $249.99 on the Goole Play store. The price offered is the same as the version being sold at Verizon with no apparent differences. Though priced, Google and Sony have yet to announce a specific launch date though we’ve heard that by month’s end, those in the US should be able to enjoy the latest wearable from Sony. Those in Europe will have a slightly longer wait with the SmartWatch 3 expecting to be available on November 16th.

Previously Sony and Google had partnered and sold the Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition via the Google Play store.

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Would you purchase the Sony SmartWatch 3?

[Via Google Play]