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How to Turn On Google Pixel Watch 4

The Pixel Watch 4 features streamlined power-on for instant access to satellite SOS, Gemini AI, and health monitoring.


First-Time Power On

  1. Charge watch for 20-30 minutes
  2. Press and hold side button for 3-5 seconds
  3. Google logo appears (boot takes 30-45 seconds)
  4. Follow setup wizard for language and pairing

Waking from Sleep

  • Raise to Wake: Lift wrist naturally to activate display
  • Button Wake: Single press of crown button
  • Tap to Wake: Touch display to wake
  • Always-On Display: Enable at Settings Display Always show time

Power Button Functions

ActionResult
Single PressWake display / Return to watch face
Long Press (2-3s)Activate Gemini AI
Hold (10-15s)Force restart
Hold (30s)Hard reset for severe issues

Gemini AI Activation

  • Raise to Talk: Lift wrist and speak (automatic)
  • Button Activation: Long-press crown 2-3 seconds
  • Voice Commands: Say Hey Google (if enabled)

Emergency Power Reserve

Even at 0% for standard functions:

  • Satellite SOS remains operational
  • Car Crash Detection continues
  • Loss of Pulse Detection stays active

Troubleshooting

Watch Won't Turn On:

  1. Charge for 20+ minutes
  2. Try different USB-C adapter (20W+)
  3. Clean charging contacts
  4. Force restart (hold button 30 seconds)

Screen Won't Wake:

  1. Check Raise to Wake setting
  2. Disable Battery Saver mode
  3. Disable Theater Mode
  4. Restart watch

Battery Saver Mode

Enable for 2-3 day battery: Settings Battery Battery Saver

Maintains: Emergency satellite SOS, time display, basic notifications.

Disables: Always-on display, continuous heart rate, workout auto-detection.


See Also: How to Charge|How to Reset|Breakthrough Features