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Does Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Have a Speaker and Microphone?

Yes, the Galaxy Watch 4 has both a built-in speaker and microphone, enabling phone calls directly from your wrist, voice commands with Google Assistant or Bixby, and audio playback for alarms and notifications.

What the Speaker Does​

The speaker handles audio output for calls, alerts, and voice assistant responses.

  • Phone Calls: Take and make calls in speakerphone mode directly on the watch. Clear audio in quiet environments, adequate for quick conversations.

  • Alarms and Notifications: Alert sounds, timer notifications, and ringtones play through the speaker with adjustable volume levels.

  • Voice Assistants: Google Assistant and Bixby responses play through the speaker, allowing hands-free interaction.

  • Music Playback: While technically possible, the small speaker produces tinny audio. Pair Bluetooth headphones for any serious music listening.

What the Microphone Does​

The microphone handles voice input for calls, commands, and dictation.

  • Phone Calls: Speak into the watch during calls. Position it 6-12 inches from your mouth for best clarity.

  • Voice Commands: Activate Google Assistant by pressing and holding the Home button or saying Hey Google. Use Bixby with Hi Bixby if configured.

  • Voice-to-Text: Dictate messages, replies, and search queries instead of typing on the small screen.

Audio Quality Expectations​

The speaker and microphone work well for smartwatch purposes but have limitations.

  • Speaker Quality: Clear for calls and alerts in quiet settings. Struggles in noisy environments and not suitable for music enjoyment.

  • Microphone Quality: Accurate voice recognition for most accents. Wind noise and background sounds can interfere outdoors.

  • Privacy Note: Speakerphone mode means others nearby can hear your calls. Use Bluetooth earbuds for private conversations.

Volume Controls​

Adjust volume levels separately for different audio types.

Navigate to Settings Sound and vibration Volume to find separate sliders for media, ringtone, notification, and alarm volume. During calls, swipe down for quick settings to adjust call volume on the fly.

Water Lock and Speaker Care​

After swimming or water exposure, use Water Lock to clear water from the speaker.

  • Ejecting Water: Disable Water Lock by swiping or pressing the assigned button. The watch plays a tone that helps push water out of the speaker grille.

  • Maintenance: Keep the speaker grille on the left side of the watch case clear of lint and debris for optimal sound quality.

See Also: How to Answer Calls|How to Play Music

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