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What Operating System Does Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Use?

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro runs WearOS 3.5 with One UI Watch 4.5—a joint Google-Samsung platform combining Google's app ecosystem with Samsung's enhanced features.


OS Details

ComponentVersion
WearOS3.5 (upgradeable to WearOS 5)
One UI Watch4.5 (upgradeable to One UI Watch 6)
ProcessorExynos W920 (5nm)
RAM1.5GB
Storage16GB

WearOS Features

  • Google Play Store for thousands of apps
  • Google Assistant voice commands
  • Google Maps navigation
  • Google Pay contactless payments
  • YouTube Music, Gmail, Calendar, Keep

One UI Watch Enhancements

Samsung additions:

  • Enhanced Samsung Health integration
  • Samsung Pay with MST + NFC
  • Bixby voice assistant
  • SmartThings smart home control
  • Galaxy ecosystem features

Pro-specific:

  • GPX route import and navigation
  • Track Back feature
  • Multi-band GPS controls
  • 590mAh battery optimization

Software Updates

Samsung policy: 4 years of OS and security updates

YearUpdate
2022WearOS 3.5 + One UI Watch 4.5 (launch)
2023WearOS 4 + One UI Watch 5
2024WearOS 5 + One UI Watch 6

Updates deliver new features, security patches, and performance improvements.


Interface Navigation

  • Home button - App drawer, return to home
  • Back button - Previous screen
  • Rotating bezel - Navigate menus and lists
  • Touchscreen - Tap, swipe, long-press
  • Swipe down - Quick settings
  • Swipe left/right - Tiles

Compatibility

  • Android 7.0+ required (One UI 4.0+ recommended for Samsung phones)
  • iPhone not supported (WearOS requires Android)
  • Google account required for full functionality
  • Samsung account recommended for Pro features

See Also: Software Updates|Available Apps