Install & update apps on Google Pixel Watch
Enhance your on-the-go experience with apps on Google Pixel Watch. Your Pixel Watch comes with apps like Fitbit, Gemini, and messaging for calls and texts right out of the box.
Google Apps available for Pixel Watch include:
- Google Maps: Use offline Maps on your Google Pixel Watch
- Google Wallet: Use Google Wallet for your Pixel Watch
- Gemini: Get AI-powered assistance anytime
- Fitbit: Set up and track activity and sleep with Fitbit on Google Pixel Watch
Find and install apps on Pixel Watch
Press the side button next to the crown of your Pixel Watch to find apps and features available on the LTE and Wi-Fi versions of Pixel Watch. Apps and features vary by device and region.
Install Google Play Store apps on Google Pixel Watch
- On Google Pixel Watch, press the crown.
- Tap Play Store 👁 Google Play
. - Pick a category or tap Search 👁 Search
. - Select the app you want and tap Install.
Keep Pixel Watch software and apps updated
Make sure to update the system software and apps on both your watch and phone. Keeping everything up to date can help resolve pairing issues and app errors.
What to expect during app updates
Updates will typically complete in under an hour. When installation begins, the Pixel Watch screen will show that it's preparing for an update, before restarting and installing it. Pixel Watch can't be used during this period.
For the best update experience, Pixel Watch should be:
- On its charger
- Charged to at least 50%
- Connected to Wi-Fi
If the battery is at less than 50%, Pixel Watch will periodically check its battery status and begin installing automatically when the battery reaches over 50% charge.
If updates take longer than an hour, follow these troubleshooting steps.
Find the software version that's currently running on your Pixel Watch and check if it's out of date. From Settings you'll also find the model number, serial number, and more watch details.
- On Google Pixel Watch, swipe down 👁 and then
tap Settings 👁 Image
. - Tap System 👁 and then
About. - Tap Versions to view version details.
Keep your phone updated so that your Pixel Watch can pair with your phone. Check and update your Android version.
- On Google Pixel Watch, swipe down 👁 and then
tap Settings 👁 Image
. - Tap System 👁 and then
System updates. Pixel Watch will check for available updates. During this period, you can’t use your watch. If there's no update available, the watch will display a message that it's up to date. - When the installation is complete, Pixel Watch will reboot. To check the current build number and Android security update level, go to Settings 👁 Image
👁 and then
System 👁 and then
About 👁 and then
Versions 👁 and then
Build number.
To keep your phone and watch synced and continue to use the latest features, update the Pixel Watch app on your phone.
- On your phone, open Google Play Store 👁 Google Play
. - At the top right, tap the profile icon.
- Tap Manage apps & device 👁 and then
Updates available. If the Pixel Watch has new updates, it will appear here. - Next to "Google Pixel Watch," tap Update.
To update the Google Play Store and Pixel Watch app automatically, visit How to update the Play Store & apps on Android.
Sync your Google account to your watch
- On your phone, open the Pixel Watch app 👁 Image
. - Tap Settings 👁 Image
👁 and then
Google 👁 and then
Accounts. - Select Add Account 👁 Image
. - Sign into your account.
- Follow the on screen instructions to add your account.
Update your watch apps
- On Pixel Watch, press the crown.
- Tap Play Store 👁 Google Play
👁 and then
Manage apps 👁 and then
Update All.
- On your Google Pixel Watch, swipe down and then tap Settings 👁 Image
. - Tap Apps & notifications 👁 and then
App permissions. - Tap the category 👁 and then
the feature 👁 and then
the app. - Change the permissions as needed.
If your Pixel Watch isn't updating, try this fix:
- On Pixel Watch, press and hold both the crown and side button for 20 seconds.
- Wait for Pixel Watch to fully reboot.
- Go to Settings 👁 Image
👁 and then
Connectivity 👁 and then
Bluetooth 👁 and then
Turn off Bluetooth. - Go to Settings 👁 Image
👁 and then
Connectivity 👁 and then
Wi-Fi 👁 and then
Turn on Wi-Fi. - Go to Settings 👁 Image
👁 and then
System 👁 and then
System updates.
To manually check for pending updates, go to Settings 👁 Image
👁 and then
System 👁 and then
System updates.