Samsung Galaxy Watch4 / Watch4 Classic Activate / Set Up Device
Samsung Galaxy Watch4 / Watch4 Classic
Activate / Set Up DeviceActivate your Galaxy Watch4 / Watch4 Classic to get started. This ensures you can make calls and send messages.
Before you begin
Ensure your Galaxy Watch4 / Watch4 Classic is charged and powered on. If you're replacing an existing watch, refer to Replace Existing Device.
Install the Galaxy Wearable app on the companion Android smartphone. If you're pairing an existing watch with a new Android smartphone, refer to Switch Paired Phone.
If you are setting up Number Share, ensure your eSIM activation has been processed and your companion smartphone is active on the same Verizon account.
Ensure your companion Android™ smartphone has a cellular or Wi-Fi connection.
If your Galaxy Watch4 / Watch4 Classic was purchased outside of Verizon, contact us to start a line of service for your device.
Steps
- Open theGalaxy Wearable app.
- TapStartthen tapGalaxy Watch4orGalaxy Watch4 Classic.
- Ensure the passkey matches what's displayed on the Galaxy Watch4 / Watch4 Classic then tapPairon the phone and theCheckmark iconon the watch.
- TapSign into complete the Samsung account setup and access more features.
- Review the agreements and policies, tapI agree to all (optional)then tapContinue.
- To continue, review the Google™ Terms of Service then tapI agree.
- To add your Google Account, confirm the correct account is displayed then tapNext.
- From the Select apps for your watch screen, select the desired apps then tapContinue.
- From the Automatic watch backup screen, review the info then tapNext.
- If prompted, follow the onscreen steps to install, set permissions and open the Samsung Smart Switch app.
- TapPreferred wristto set your wearing preferences.
- Review the features of your watch then tapNextafter each one to continue.
- If an eSIM has been activated on your account, tapNextto add your mobile plan.
- TapTips and user guideto take a tour of your watch.