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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 - Turn GPS Location On / Off

2026-10-06 01:16:30.707

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 - Turn GPS Location On / Off

GPS location access is needed by some apps on your Galaxy Watch Active2 to share your location, but can be turned off to save battery life.
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From your Android™ smartphone or Apple® iPhone® , ensure your Galaxy Watch Active2 software is up to date as the steps below apply to the most recent version.
  1. From the watch screen, press the
    Home button
    to open the apps screen. Press and hold the Power button
  2. Double-tap the
    Settings icon
    Settings icon.
  3. Navigate:
    Connections
    Location
  4. Tap the
    Location switch
    to turn on or off.
  5. If necessary, review the usage agreement then tap the
    checkmark icon
    .
  6. If necessary, review the legal notice then tap the
    checkmark icon
    .
  7. Select any of the following methods:
    • GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks
    • Wi-Fi and mobile networks
    • GPS