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Google Pixel Watch - Replace Existing Device

2026-10-22 20:08:28.316

Google Pixel Watch - Replace Existing Device

Here's how to activate your Pixel Watch If you've recently replaced your watch or have reset the network settings.
  • The steps below only apply when a Google smartwatch has been replaced.
    If this Pixel Watch is the first device to share this number and has never been active with Verizon service, refer to Activate / Set Up Device.
    If you're pairing an existing Pixel Watch with a new Android™ smartphone, refer to Connect to New Phone.
  • The Pixel Watch can be set up via Number Share.
    To set up with Number Share, the companion smartphone must be activated on the same Verizon account as the Pixel Watch.
  • Before completing the steps below, verify:
  1. Ensure the Pixel Watch is charged and powered on.
    If necessary, tap the watch display to begin.
  2. On your smartphone, tap the
    Google Pixel Watch app
    .
  3. Tap
    System
    .
  4. Tap
    Reset and unpair watch
    .
  5. If desired select the 'Erase downloaded SIM' switch and tab
    Reset
    .
  6. From the 'Set up your new watch' screen, tap
    Continue
    .
    Tap Continue
  7. To continue, from the 'Terms of service' screen, review then tap
    I agree
    .
    Tap I agree
  8. From the 'Connect your watch' screen, tap
    Google Pixel Watch
    then if prompted, tap
    Allow
    to approve the necessary permissions.
    Tap watch
  9. From the 'Starting pairing' screen, ensure the passkey matches what's displayed on the Pixel Watch then tap
    Pair
    .
    Tap pair
  10. From the 'Sign in to your Google Account' screen, add your Google Account, tap
    Next
    or skip this step. 
  11. From the 'Additional legal terms' screen, tap
    I accept
    .
    Tap I accept
  12. From the 'Welcome to your new Google Pixel Watch' screen, tap
    Next
    .
    Tap Next
  13. From the 'Put on your watch' screen, put on your watch as instructed then tap
    Next
    .
    Tap Next
  14. From the 'Set watch orientation' screen, select desired options then tap
    Next
    .
    Tap Next
  15. From the 'Learn how to switch bands' screen, tap 'Next' or 'Not now'.
    Tap Next
  16. From the 'Fitbit' screen, tap 'Install' or 'Do it later'.
    Tap Do it later or install
  17. From the 'Talk to your watch' screen, tap 'Set up' or 'Skip'.
    Tap Skip or next
  18. From the 'You're almost done!' screen, tap
    Continue
    .
    Tap Continue
  19. From the 'Set a lock on your watch' screen, select a lock option for the watch (PIN or pattern) or tap 'Skip'.
    Set lock option
  20. Google Wallet
  21. From the 'Select apps for your watch' screen, select desired apps, tap
    Continue
    or you can choose to skip this step.
    Tap skip or continue
  22. From the 'Stay Connect on the go' screen, tap 'Set up' or 'Not now'.
    Tap Not now or set up
  23. From the 'Connect to Verizon network' screen, select an option or tap 'Not now'.
    If you skip this step, you can add a cellular plan later.
  24. From the 'Setup complete!' screen, tap 'Done' or 'See top features'.
    Tap Done