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Samsung Galaxy Watch - Replace Existing Device

2026-10-01 05:57:50.312

Samsung Galaxy Watch - Replace Existing Device

Here's how to activate your Galaxy Watch if you've recently replaced your Samsung Watch or have reset the network settings.
  • These steps only apply when a Samsung smartwatch has been replaced or the network settings have been reset.
    If you're pairing an existing Galaxy Watch with a new Android™ smartphone or Apple®iPhone® , refer to Switched Paired Phone.
  • To replace your existing Samsung smartwatch with a new Galaxy Watch or to reactivate a Galaxy Watch after resetting network settings, use one of the following methods:
    • Replace Using an Android Smartphone
    • Replace Using an Apple iPhone

Replace Using an Android Smartphone

  • The Galaxy Watch can be set up via Number Share or as a standalone device.
    To set up with Number Share, the companion smartphone must be activated on the same Verizon account as the Galaxy Watch.
  • Before completing these steps, verify:
    • your eSIM activation has been processed and you've received the QR code via email or in-box collateral.
    • your companion Android smartphone has a cellular or Wi-Fi connection.
    • the Galaxy Wearable app is installed and updated.
    • the replacement Galaxy Watch is charged and powered on.
  1. Open the
    Galaxy Wearable app
     on your companion Android smartphone.
  2. If possible, back up the data on your original Galaxy Watch then reset the network settings.
  3. Tap the
    Menu icon
     Menu icon.
  4. Tap
    Add new device
    .
  5. Tap
    Galaxy Watch 46mm/42mm
    .
    If Galaxy Watch isn't listed, tap
    Scan for nearby devices
    .
  6. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete activation.
    If necessary, refer to one of the following:
Continue to use in conjunction with a companion smartphone for maximum functionality. To un-pair your companion smartphone and use the Galaxy Watch as a standalone device, reset the watch then set up as a standalone device.
Standalone mode can't be used with Number Share.

Replace Using an Apple iPhone

  • The Galaxy Watch can be set up via Number Share or as a standalone device. To use the Galaxy Watch without a companion device, complete the steps below then refer to Set Up as a Standalone Device.
    If activating with Number Share, the companion smartphone must be connected to active Verizon service on the same account as the Galaxy Watch.
  • Before completing these steps, verify:
    • your eSIM activation has been processed and you've received the QR code via email or in-box collateral.
    • your companion Apple iPhone has a cellular or Wi-Fi connection.
    • the Galaxy Wearable app is installed and updated.
    • the replacement Galaxy Watch is charged and powered on.
  1. On the companion Apple iPhone, ensure Bluetooth® is turned on .
  2. Open the
    Samsung Galaxy Watch (Gear S) app
     on your companion Apple iPhone.
  3. If possible, back up data for your original Galaxy Watch then reset the network settings.
  4. Tap the
    Menu icon
     Menu icon.
  5. Tap
    Connect new device
    .
  6. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete activation.
    If necessary, refer to one of the following:
Continue to use in conjunction with a companion smartphone for maximum functionality. To un-pair your companion smartphone and use the Galaxy Watch as a standalone device, reset the watch then set up as a standalone device.
Standalone mode can't be used with Number Share.