Pair my Samsung Watch via the Galaxy Wearable app - Galaxy Watch Active 2

You can use your Galaxy Watch or Gear wearable without a mobile device. However, some functions will not be available without connecting to a mobile device. The minimum requirements for Android devices are to run Android 4.4 and above and have a minimum of 1.5 GB RAM. To run the Samsung Galaxy Watch app on an iOS device, the device will need to run iOS 9.0 or higher.

To connect the Galaxy Wearable to a mobile device, install the Samsung Galaxy Wearable app. Depending on the mobile device, you can download the Samsung Gear app from the following places:  

• Samsung devices – Galaxy Apps
• Other Android devices -  Google Play Store
• iOS devices - Samsung Galaxy Watch from the App Store  

Before following the below steps, ensure you have turned on your Bluetooth on your compatible smartphone. For step-by-step instructions, check out our page How do I turn on my Bluetooth on my Samsung Phone.

Please Note: This guide is designed for Australian variant Galaxy devices, if you have an international device and require further support click here to get in touch with your Samsung subsidiary. Please also be advised that you CANNOT pair your Samsung watch to your Galaxy Tablet.

 

1Once you have enabled your Bluetooth on your smartphone and turned on your wearable, you may be prompted to connect to the device via your homescreen. If this is your wearable, tap on Add now

2If your device doesn't pop-up on your homescreen, you will need to head into the Galaxy Wearable app

3Tap on the device model

4Tap OK on your smartphone and the  on your smartwatch to pair the two devices.

5Allow the two devices to finish pairing

6Agree to the Privacy Policy and User License Agreement

7Choose if you would like to Locate a backup or Skip for now then tap on Next. Once complete, you will have successfully paired your watch to your smatphone.

8Once complete you will be able to view your connected watch via the Galaxy Wearable app.