File Extension Library


.PBW File Extension

  • Developer by: Pebble Technology
  • Category: Data Files

What are .PBW files and how to open them?

Can't open .PBW file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .PBW file.

What is a .PBW file extension?

.PBW file extension is created by Pebble Technology. .PBW has been classified as Data Files.

.PBW is Pebble Watchface File

A PBW file is an app used by Pebble smartwatches that can connect to Android and iOS phones. It contains an app or watchface, which includes configuration information, such as the name, language, fonts, icons, and functions of the app or watchface. PBW files are typically used for customized watchfaces, GPS maps, games, alarms, home automation utilities, mood trackers, and sports notification apps.

PBW files can be downloaded from various third-party sites but are primarily downloaded from the Pebble app store. You can browse for watchfaces and apps and install them directly from the Pebble app on an Android or iOS phone.

You can also browse and download watchfaces and apps from Pebble app store site in a browser on a computer. You can download the watchface or app by selecting the it then clicking Download PBW to begin the download of the PBW file. After downloading the file, you can copy the file to an Android device and use the Gadgetbridge "FW/App Installer" to install the PBW file to a connected Pebble smartwatch.

NOTE: Pebble first released their smartwatches in July 2013 but later was acquired by Fitbit in 2016. Support for the smartwatches only continued through 2017.

List of all softwares that can open the Pebble Watchface File
iOS
Pebble Technology Pebble
Android
Pebble Technology Pebble
Gadgetbridge

How to fix problems with .PBW files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .PBW files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .PBW file format
  2. You need to check the .PBW file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)