How to pair your Google Pixel Watch with your Android phone
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It took years of waiting, but Google finally released its own smartwatch in the fall of 2022.Google’s first Pixel Watchquickly rose among the ranks of other wearables to become one of thebest smartwatches you can buy. The first one was sleek. Its compact design and innovative band mechanism impressed us, even though there was plenty of room for improvement, which was fixed in thePixel Watch 2.
If you recently got your hands on a Pixel Watch, or you’re looking to pair it with a new smartphone, setting it up is easy. Here’s how to pair your new wearable, no matter which Android phone you own.
Follow these steps before you pair your Google Pixel Watch
You should do a couple of things before setting up your Pixel Watch. This makes the setup process as seamless as possible.
How to pair the Google Pixel Watch with your Android phone
Setting up the Pixel Watch with an Android phone is easy. confirm you have both the watch and your phone handy. The steps are also applicable to Pixel Watch 2.
Can you pair a Google Pixel Watch with an iPhone?
No, you’re able to’t pair your Google Pixel Watch with your iPhone. Although the Mobvoi TicWatch E3 and many of the best Android smartwatches can be paired with an iOS device, the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 are outliers. But all hope is not lost. Since iOS and Wear OS generally play well together, there’s a chance Google will offer limited iPhone support in the future.
How to set up your Fitbit account on your watch
The Google Pixel Watch’s integration with Fitbit puts several fitness tools and statistics at your disposal. you may also follow along if you have a Pixel Watch 2.
Set up LTE service through your mobile carrier
If you have an LTE-activated Pixel Watch, turn on LTE services to use mobile data. If you are an AT&T, Google Fi, T-Mobile, or Verizon subscriber, you should be able to complete this step without contacting the carrier with these steps:
If you run into issues while adding LTE service to your Google Pixel Watch, contact the carrier or go to a carrier store. You may be required to share device identifiers listed on your smartphone, so you may want to use a friend or family member’s phone to make the call.
Google Pixel Watch: Troubleshooting tips and tricks
As much as setup processes are supposed to be seamless, things don’t always work out that way. Here are a few tips and tricks for common issues during the setup process.
If a pairing notification doesn’t show up
If a pairing notification doesn’t show up during the setup process:
Check your Pixel Watch for all paired devices:
Settings you need to activate on your Google Pixel Watch
Several settings must be turned on for this pairing process to be successful.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2 make a perfect pair
Google’s Pixel Watch is a great addition to the Google Pixel and Android ecosystems. It has many great features, but to use them, you must set it up and pair it with your phone. And now, after the launch of the Google Pixel 8 Pro, its combination with Pixel Watch 2 offers unparalleled convenience, making your daily tasks more streamlined and efficient. Check out ourGoogle Pixel 8 Pro reviewto learn more about Google’s flagship phone.
The Google Pixel Watch 2 is the sequel to Google’s first self-branded smartwatch. The second generation doesn’t reinvent the wheel, instead offering a handful of low-key improvements like a redesigned digital crown, Wear OS 4 out of the box, and a newer chipset that should offer better performance and battery life.
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This article is sponsored by Total Wireless.
