How to Connect Galaxy Watch 7 to Phone
The Galaxy Watch 7 connects via the Galaxy Wearable app over Bluetooth. Pairing takes about 5-10 minutes and unlocks Galaxy AI features, health tracking, and notifications.
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Phone OS | Android 10+ |
| Apps Needed | Galaxy Wearable, Samsung Health |
| Accounts | Samsung Account (required for Galaxy AI), Google Account |
| Bluetooth | Enabled on phone |
Connection Steps
Step 1: Enable Bluetooth on your phone, install Galaxy Wearable and Samsung Health from Play Store
Step 2: Turn on watch (hold Home button). New watches enter pairing mode automatically.
Step 3: Open Galaxy Wearable tap Start select Galaxy Watch 7
Step 4: Confirm pairing code matches on both devices
Step 5: Sign in to Samsung and Google accounts, grant permissions, wait for sync (5-15 minutes)
Enable Galaxy AI After Pairing
Go to Galaxy Wearable Watch settings Advanced features to enable Galaxy AI health insights, sleep coaching, and smart notifications.
Troubleshooting
- Watch not found: Restart both devices, verify Bluetooth on, move closer (within 3 feet)
- Pairing fails: Clear Galaxy Wearable app data, reset watch network settings
- Galaxy AI not available: Requires Samsung phone with One UI 6.1+, Samsung Account signed in
See Also: Not Pairing Fix|What Phones Compatible|How to Reset