Many users rely on their smartwatches every day. These devices are more than a timepiece. They help you track key health metrics like blood pressure and sleep time. You can check notifications and answer calls from your watch. But you must connect your smartwatch to a smartphone to use these functions.
Connecting these devices is easy. But it can be confusing at first. So, this article discusses the benefits of such pairing. We will show you how to connect your smartwatch with a phone.
Checking for Compatibility
Before buying a smartwatch, ensure that it works with your phone. Not all smartwatches will work with your smartphone. For example, an Apple watch works with an iPhone. So, Android users will have a limited experience with an Apple watch.
You can see if your devices will work with each other on the watchmaker's website. When buying a smartwatch, confirm these requirements:
Operating system (OS): Confirm that the smartwatch will work with your phone's OS.
Device model and brand: Check if the smartwatch works with your device.
Bluetooth version: Bluetooth connection helps you pair these devices. So, ensure that the Bluetooth versions work.
Device storage and memory: Your smartwatch may use some of your phone's storage. So ensure your phone meets this need.
Only buy a smartwatch that matches your phone’s model. Now that you have a matching device, we will pair them in 3 steps:
- Charge both devices
- Install the companion app
- Enable Bluetooth & Pair the devices
Charge Both Devices
Charge your smartwatch and phone. This will help you avoid the "low battery" notification when pairing. This pop-up can be distracting. Also, a low battery status may prevent the connection. But you can link the devices once you get enough charge.
Install the Companion App
Most smartwatches have an assigned mobile application. This app helps you pair your devices together. Also, the app enables you to control your smartwatch from a phone. Each watch will have a different app. But you can find the app for your device in your watchmaker's manual or on the website. This guide will help you locate and download the app to your phone.
You can download the app from your phone's app store. For example, Android users can visit Google's Play Store. Meanwhile, Apple users should visit the App Store. Once there, download and install the correct app.
Enable Bluetooth & Pair the Devices
You're ready to pair your devices. You can complete this process in 10 steps:
- Go to your smartphone's settings menu and tap the "Connectivity" option.
- Next, click on "Bluetooth".
- Then, activate the Bluetooth feature and tick the "Make device discoverable" option.
- After that, power on your smartwatch. You should see the brand logo appear on the screen.
- Once it's on, your smartwatch will arrive at the pairing screen.
- Now, place your smartphone and smartwatch close to each other. Then, search for nearby devices via Bluetooth on your smartphone.
- Select your smartwatch from the list of devices shown on your smartphone.
- Next, you will see a pairing code on both screens. Ensure that both screens display the same code.
- Then tap on the "Pair" option on your smartphone.
- Both smart devices will connect instantly.
Sync Settings: Customize Your Connection
After pairing the devices, you can make some essential changes. For example, you can link contacts and notifications between devices. This process is called syncing. This allows your phone and watches to exchange information. Also, you can get information about your health on your smartphone. This exchange gives you convenience.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
You may have some challenges when pairing your devices. But these issues are easy to fix. Here are some common issues and their fixes:
Devices Not Discoverable
You may need help finding your smartwatch from the list of available Bluetooth devices. In such cases, ensure that both devices are discoverable. Also, restarting the Bluetooth can resolve this issue. After restarting, try the pairing again.
Incorrect Passkey or PIN
When connecting for the first time, you must input a displayed PIN. The connection will fail if you input the wrong PIN. Ensure you type the correct PIN for a successful connection.
App-Related Problem
Sometimes, the companion app may malfunction. In this case, update your app to the latest version. Or you can reinstall the app and give it the needed permissions.
These fixes will solve most connection issues. But if the problem continues, verify that your smartwatch and phone are compatible. Also, you may have to restart both devices and try again.
Testing Connectivity
After pairing, test whether the connection is successful. Often, you can tell if it worked. For example, you may start receiving notifications and calls to your watch. Also, you may get a notification that the pairing was successful.
FAQs
Why is my smartwatch not connecting to my phone?
There are a few reasons why your smartwatch might not connect to your phone. First, turn the Bluetooth on and set it to "discoverable" on both devices. Then, ensure that your watch's app and firmware are current. If you still have connection trouble, restart both devices and try again.
Which smartwatches work with Android phones?
Android phones work with most smartwatches. But you can confirm the exact phone requirements from your watchmaker.
Conclusion
You can connect your smartwatch to your Android via Bluetooth. This method is an easy way to pair both devices. In this article, we discussed how to connect a smartwatch with a phone. Connecting your smartwatch this way gives you more functions and control.
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