How to Pair Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 with Android Phone
The Galaxy Watch 4 pairs with Android devices (Android 6.0+) through the Galaxy Wearable app using Bluetooth connectivity.
Requirements
Androidphone runningAndroid 6.0or higherGalaxy Wearableapp fromGoogle Play StoreSamsung Healthapp (for health features)Bluetoothenabled on phone- Watch charged to at least 30%
Samsung AccountandGoogle Account
Not compatible with iPhone/iOS devices.
Step-by-Step Pairing
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Prepare Your Watch: Charge to at least 30%, power on (hold Home button 3 seconds), and factory reset if previously paired.
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Install Apps: Install
Galaxy WearablefromPlay StoreandSamsung Healthfor fitness features. -
Begin Pairing: Open
Galaxy Wearableapp on phone, tap Start or "Start the journey", and grant all requested permissions. -
Select Your Watch: The app searches for nearby watches. Select
Galaxy Watch4from the list when it appears. -
Confirm Pairing Code: Verify codes match on watch and phone, tap Confirm on phone, tap checkmark on watch, and accept the
Bluetoothpairing request. -
Sign In & Complete Setup: Sign in to
Samsung AccountandGoogle Account, grant all permissions, and install updates.
Pairing Time
- Initial pairing: 5-10 minutes
- Software updates: Additional 10-20 minutes
- Total first-time setup: 15-30 minutes
Samsung vs Non-Samsung Phones
Samsung Galaxy Phones: Enhanced integration, exclusive features, faster optimization
Non-Samsung Android: Full core functionality, all health features work, may lack some Samsung-exclusive features
Troubleshooting
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Watch Not Detected: Ensure watch is on setup/language screen, move watch closer (within 3 feet), enable Location services on phone, and restart both devices.
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Pairing Fails: Clear
Galaxy Wearableapp cache/data, remove old watch from phone'sBluetoothsettings, factory reset watch, and retry.
Switching Phones
To pair with a different phone: Galaxy Wearable Settings Unpair, then factory reset watch and pair with new phone. Unpairing erases watch data - back up in Samsung Health first.
See Also: Not Pairing Fix|What Phones Are Compatible|Does It Work With iPhone