What phones are compatible with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8?

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⚙️The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is compatible with most Android phones, though some advanced features require a Samsung device.

Minimum Phone Requirements

• Android 12 or later operating system
• At least 1.5GB RAM
• Google Mobile Services installed

Samsung Galaxy Phones: Full Feature Access

Pairing with a Samsung Galaxy phone unlocks exclusive features:

• Blood pressure monitoring (requires one-time cuff calibration)
• ECG heart rhythm detection
• Sleep apnea detection (FDA-cleared)
• SmartThings Find location tracking
• One UI Watch automatic app sync

Compatible Android Brands

The following brands offer full basic functionality:

• Google Pixel (Pixel 10 pairing bug has been fixed via updates)
• OnePlus 9, 10, 11, 12 Series
• Xiaomi/Redmi with MIUI 13+ on Android 12+
• Motorola phones with stock or near-stock Android
• Sony Xperia devices

Limited Compatibility

• Huawei phones: Restricted Google Mobile Services access may prevent proper setup and functionality

Not Compatible

• iPhone and iOS devices (no official support)

Required Apps

Download these free apps from Google Play Store:

• Galaxy Wearable (main companion app)
• Galaxy Watch Plugin
• Samsung Health

Setup Tip

Update both your phone and watch to the latest software before pairing. This prevents known compatibility issues and ensures the smoothest setup experience.

Most Android users will find the Galaxy Watch 8 works well with their device, though Samsung phone owners benefit from the complete feature set.