Moving your Pixel Watch to a new phone can be a breeze if you know where to look. Last night, I found myself in the position of helping a friend set up his Pixel Watch on his brand new Pixel 8. He had just upgraded from the Pixel 7 and was aware that there should be a simple way to transfer the watch to his new phone without much trouble. Fortunately, with a little bit of guidance, we were able to get his watch up and running in no time.
The key to a smooth transition lies within the Google Wear OS app. This app serves as the central hub for managing your Pixel Watch and can be found on both your old and new phone. Simply open the app on your old phone and navigate to the settings menu. From there, you should see an option to “”Disconnect and reset.”” Tapping on this will remove the watch from your old phone and prepare it for pairing with a new device.
Once your watch has been reset, it’s time to move on to your new phone. Open the Google Wear OS app and follow the prompts to pair your Pixel Watch. During this process, you may be prompted to restore your watch from a previous backup. If you had previously backed up your watch data, this can save you the hassle of reconfiguring your settings and apps.
Transferring your Pixel Watch to a new phone is a straightforward process when using the Google Wear OS app. By following the steps outlined above, you can ensure a seamless transition and have your watch up and running on your new device in no time. So, if you find yourself in a similar situation as my friend, fear not – with a little bit of know-how, you’ll be enjoying your Pixel Watch on your new phone in a matter of minutes.
