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How to Update Galaxy Watch 7 Software

Keep your Galaxy Watch 7 running smoothly with regular software updates. Samsung commits to 4 years of OS updates and 5 years of security patches.


Update from Watch

Update directly on your watch with these steps.

  • Check battery: Ensure watch has 50%+ battery.

  • Connect to Wi-Fi: Faster than Bluetooth for downloading updates.

  • Navigate to update: Settings Software update Download and install.

  • Wait for completion: Download and installation may take several minutes.

  • Restart: Watch restarts automatically when complete.


Update via Phone

Alternatively, update through your phone.

  • Open app: Launch Galaxy Wearable on your phone.

  • Navigate to update: Tap Watch settings Watch software update.

  • Download: Tap Download and install.

  • Follow prompts: Complete the update process as instructed.


Update Support

Update TypeDuration
Major OS updates4 years
Security updates5 years

Troubleshooting Updates

Common update issues and solutions.

  • Update not found: Updates roll out gradually. Try again in a few days.

  • Download fails: Check Wi-Fi, free up storage, restart watch.

  • Issues after update: Wait 24-48 hours for system optimization. If problems persist, see Freezes After Update.


See Also: WearOS 5 Features|Freezes After Update|Operating System