1. Can Apple Watch connect to Android?
Theoretically, connecting an Apple Watch to an Android phone is currently impossible. Therefore, if you want to use an Apple Watch with all its features and functionalities, we recommend connecting it to an iPhone.
If you absolutely must connect an Android device and an Apple Watch, we will guide you through the steps below to enable calls and texts on the watch.
Connecting Apple Watch to Android is possible
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2. Notes on connecting Apple Watch to Android
While connecting an Apple Watch and an Android phone is possible, the watch battery will drain quickly. This should be limited.
Furthermore, Apple Watch is recommended for use with an iPhone. Attempting to connect it to an incompatible Android operating system may, over time, reduce watch battery life, cause operating system errors, etc.
Impacts watch battery life
3. How to connect Apple Watch to an Android phone
Note: The devices used in this article are an Apple Watch Series 3, a Samsung Galaxy S8 Active, and an iPhone 8 Plus.
Step 1: Connect your Apple Watch to an iPhone as usual> Swap the iPhone SIM card with the Android phone’s SIM card.
Using the iPhone SIM card in the Android device
Step 2: Turn on Airplane Mode on the connected iPhone (to isolate the iPhone from the Apple Watch).
Using Airplane Mode to isolate the iPhone
Step 3: Start your Android phone.
Turning on the Android device
Step 4: Turn on Airplane Mode on the Apple Watch> Then turn it off.
Turning Airplane Mode on and off on the Apple Watch
Step 5: Test the connection by sending a text or making a call.
Using a call to test the results
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4. How to use Apple Watch and Android phone without connecting
Attempting to connect an Apple Watch and an Android phone can have several negative effects on the devices. If you prefer Android phones and want to use an Apple Watch efficiently, preventing device damage and without carrying both phones, try this method.
Connect the Apple Watch’s internet/LTE to an iPhone and use it independently of the Android device. When you go out, you only need to carry your Android phone and smartwatch to use both devices without worrying about quick battery drain or operating system conflicts.
Note: Regularly synchronize data between Apple Watch and iPhone.
After connecting, you only need to carry the watch and Android device
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