How to connect watch to samsung phone

The Galaxy Wearable application connects your wearable devices to your mobile device. It also manages and monitors the wearable device features and applications you've installed through Galaxy Apps.

Use the Galaxy Wearable application to set up and manage the following features:
- Mobile device connection/disconnection
- Software updates
- Clock settings
- Application download and settings
- Find my Watch
- Notification type and settings, etc.

Install the Galaxy Wearable application on your mobile device, then pair your wearable devices via Bluetooth to enjoy all of its features.

※ Settings and features provided by the Galaxy Wearable application are only available when your wearable device is connected to your mobile device. Features will not work properly without a stable connection between your wearable device and your mobile device.

※ The Galaxy Wearable application does not support the Gear VR or Gear 360.

※ only for Galaxy Buds models, The Galaxy Wearable application can be used with tablets .

※ Supported devices vary depending on your region, operator, and device model.

※ Please allow the Galaxy Wearable application permissions in Android Settings so you can use all the functions in Android 6.0.
Settings > Apps > Galaxy Wearable > Permissions

※ App permissions
The following permissions are required for the app service. For optional permissions, the default functionality of the service is turned on, but not allowed.

[Required permissions]
- Location: Used to search for nearby devices for Gear through Bluetooth
- nearby devices : Used to search for nearby devices for Gear through Bluetooth ( Android 12 or higher )
- Storage: Used to transmit and receive the stored files with Gear
- Telephone: Used to check device-unique identification information for updating apps and installing plug-in apps
- Contacts: Used to provide services that need to be linked with accounts using registered Samsung account information
- Calendar : Used to sync and show your events on your watch.
- Call logs : Used to show call history on your watch.
- SMS : Used to sync and show messages on your watch

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G can only be connected to compatible Samsung devices and selected plans on our EE network.

What Samsung devices are compatible with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G?

What Samsung devices are compatible with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G?

To be compatible, your Samsung device needs to:

• be on the EE network with either a pay monthly or SIM only plan 
• run Android 4.3 or higher
• have at least 1.5GB RAM

How do I pair my device with my Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G?

How do I pair my device with my Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G?

Your watch includes an eSIM which is then used to pair your watch with your device and connect to your plan. Follow the instructions below to pair your devices:

1. 1

   power on your device and download the Samsung Wearable app

2. 2

   turn on your watch and open the Samsung Wearable app

3. 3

   the app will prompt you to turn on your Bluetooth - you'll then get a notification on your watch and your device with a pairing code

4. 4

   follow the steps to pair your device and watch then set up your mobile network on the Samsung Wear app to complete set up

5. 5

   during the pairing of your devices ensure not to take either device out of proximity of the other or power off either device during set up

6. 6

   after your eSIM is set up you'll be prompted to restart your watch

7. 7

   allow up to 4 hours for your data plan to activate and show on your device 

How do I buy an EE data plan if I bought my Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G from another retailer?

How do I buy an EE data plan if I brought my Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G from another retailer?

Before you start, you need to: 

• pair your watch to your Samsung device (follow the steps above) - your device must use the EE network  
• download the Galaxy Wearable app
• create an EE account (if you don't already have one) 

Follow these steps to buy an EE data plan for your Samsung Galaxy Watch:

1. 1

   open the Galaxy Wearable app

2. 2

   select Mobile Networks and then Next 

3. 3

   log in using your EE account details

4. 4

   select the EE Smart Watch plan and agree to the Terms

5. 5

   follow the instructions on your phone to complete the set up

6. 6

   your phone will notify you when your mobile connection is set up (it can take up to 4 hours)

Do I need to insert the eSIM into my Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G?

Do I need to insert the eSIM into my Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G?

No, you don't need to insert an eSIM in your watch - it's not a physical SIM and it will be automatically downloaded to your watch during the pairing process.

Can I use my Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G plan abroad?

Can I use my Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G plan abroad?

No, roaming is not available on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G plan. However, you’ll still be able to use most of its features if it’s connected to your device via Bluetooth.

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