How to connect smart watch to iPhone

The Apple Watch is the #1 smartwatch in the world, and we spot it in the wild from time to time. But, let’s face it, the square dial is not to everyone’s liking. In addition, the battery life and price can be considered a drawback by many.

Perhaps all of this has prompted you to look for worthy alternatives to the Apple Watch. And if you have, we could help connect this smart watch to your iPhone. Purchasing the smartwatch of your choice doesn’t really matter; the challenge is to make it work and sync with your iPhone.

But don’t worry; Here is a step by step guide to help you connect any smart watch to iPhone.

• How to Connect Samsung Galaxy Watch to iPhone
• How to connect Fitbit to your iPhone
• Setting up and using a Fossil smartwatch with an iPhone
• How to connect Amazfit smart watch to iPhone

How to Connect Samsung Galaxy Watch to iPhone

Compatibility:

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 3
• galactic clock
• galaxy watch active
• Galaxy Watch Active2
• Gear S2, Gear S3, Gear Sport
• Gear Live, Gear Fit 2, Gear Fit2 Pro
• Galaxy Fit

1. Download the Galaxy Wearable app from the iOS App Store.
2. Open the app, tap Start Journey, then select Galaxy Watch.
3. Once the device finds your Galaxy Watch, tap Connect. When prompted, click Pair. If your Galaxy Watch isn’t showing up on your phone, make sure Bluetooth is turned on on your Galaxy Watch and that it isn’t connected to any other phones.
4. Review and tap I Accept the Terms, then tap Done.
5. After connecting your Galaxy Watch to the Galaxy Wearable app. Follow the instructions on your Galaxy Watch or Skip.

How to connect Fitbit to your iPhone

Compatibility: Every FitBit is compatible with iOS 14 and above.

1. Open the Fitbit app on your iPhone.
2. Click “Join Fitbit”.
3. Scroll through the list and click on the Fitbit device you have.
4. Click Customize.
5. Sign in to your Fitbit account. (Create it if you don’t have it)
6. Click next.
7. The Fitbit Privacy Policy will appear. Heath, I agree.
8. And you’re all set to use your Fitbit with your iPhone.

Note. You may need to sign up for a Fitbit premium subscription to continue using the app.

Setting up and using a Fossil smartwatch with an iPhone

Compatibility:

• fossil hybrid
• Fossil hybrid HR
• Fossil Generation 4
• Fossil Generation 5

1. Download the Wear OS app from the App Store.
2. Click “Allow”to grant access to your smartwatch from your phone.
3. Choose your preferred language.
4. Choose a name for your smartwatch.
5. Click “Pair”to connect your smart watch to iPhone via Bluetooth.
6. The app will send a notification to your watch once connected.
7. Now wait until it syncs with iPhone.
8. Allow your smartwatch to display notifications sent from your iPhone.

If you have a Fossil hybrid smartwatch, you will need the Fossil smartwatch app from the app store and follow these instructions.

How to connect Amazfit smart watch to iPhone

Compatibility:

• Amazfit GTS
• Amazfit GTS 3
• Amazfit GTS 2e
• Amazfit GTS 2
• Amazfit GTR Series

1. Install the Amazfit Zepp app and create an account.
2. Press and hold the physical button on the right side of the watch for 6 seconds and then release it to turn on the watch. It will display a QR code on the watch screen.
3. Open the Amazfit app and log into your account.
4. Select a device to pair.
5. Scan the QR code displayed on the watch screen to pair with your iPhone.
6. Touch to confirm the Bluetooth connection.
7. Once confirmed, your watch will immediately connect to your iPhone.

Note. If the above steps don’t work, either restart your smartwatch once or restart your smartwatch and repeat the above steps.

Summarizing

In the same way, you can connect most smart watches. As mentioned above, I have tried to cover most of the popular smartwatches. But if you have a watch that isn’t listed and you need help connecting it to your iPhone, feel free to send us a challenge in the comments section.