Verizon today announced the launch of the Gizmo Watch 4, expanding its Verizon Family ecosystem. The new kid-friendly smartwatch introduces next-level safety features, including Watch Removal Detection alerts, real-time location insights, and real-time severe weather notifications (coming soon), designed to give parents peace of mind while allowing children more freedom. Starting today, customers can get the Gizmo Watch 4 for free with a new line, avoid activation fees with Verizon Loyalty, and unlock exclusive rewards through Verizon Shine.
The Gizmo Watch 4 was developed with input from parents to build trust and ease everyday worries. It acts as an invisible safety net, offering kids independence 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. The watch boasts a new water-resistant design with a 1.6-inch scratch-resistant glass screen, a faster processor, and a battery that lasts up to 3 days. It supports high-quality video calling on Verizon's network and integrates seamlessly with the Verizon Family app for centralized management of safety and wellness features, including step counters, to-do lists, and kid-friendly educational tools.
Verizon is also enhancing affordability and rewards for families. By enrolling in the new Verizon loyalty program via the My Verizon app, standard activation and device upgrade fees for Gizmo Watch are eliminated. Additionally, Verizon Shine offers weekly chances to win experiences, daily drops of concert and sports tickets, exclusive merchandise, dining vouchers, and gift cards. Just in time for back-to-school, 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 on a 36-month payment plan with a new watch line ($10 per month plus taxes and fees), with the value given as $180 promotional credits applied over 36 months.
The Gizmo Watch 4 is available in Dusk Blue and Pistachio Pin at verizon.com or via the My Verizon App. For more information on keeping kids safe online, visit Parenting in a Digital World.
