How to Use Gemini on WearOS
Gemini is Google's AI assistant that replaces Google Assistant on compatible WearOS watches. It offers more natural conversations, better context understanding, and advanced AI capabilities directly from your wrist.
Quick Start
Get started with Gemini in three steps.
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Activate: Say
Hey Googlewhen your watch screen is on, or press and hold your watch's crown/side button. -
Speak: Ask your question or give a command naturally.
Geminiunderstands conversational language. -
Listen/Read:
Geminiresponds with voice and text. Glance at your watch or just listen to the response.
Fastest Access
Set up button activation for the most reliable access. Press and hold works even when the screen is off, unlike Hey Google which requires the screen to be awake.
What Gemini Can Do
Core capabilities available on your WearOS watch.
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Questions: Ask anything from weather and trivia to complex questions.
Geminiprovides intelligent, contextual answers. -
Communication: Send texts, make calls, and read notifications hands-free.
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Productivity: Set timers, alarms, reminders, and calendar events. Check your schedule.
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Smart Home: Control
Google Homedevices like lights, thermostats, and locks. -
Health: Check fitness stats, start workouts, and monitor health metrics.
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Media: Control music, podcasts, and video playback.
Requirements
What you need for Gemini on your watch.
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Watch:
WearOS 4or later on a supported device (Pixel Watch,Galaxy Watch 4+,OnePlus Watch 2). -
Phone: Android phone with the
Geminiapp installed and set as default assistant. -
Account: Same Google account signed in on both phone and watch.
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Connection:
WiFiorLTEfor most features. Some commands require internet.
Tips for Best Results
Get better responses from Gemini.
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Be Specific:
Navigate to the nearest coffee shopworks better thanFind coffee. -
Use Context:
Geminiremembers earlier parts of conversations. Ask follow-up questions naturally. -
Try Natural Language: Speak conversationally.
I'm coldcan adjust your thermostat without sayingSet thermostat to 72. -
Experiment:
Geminicapabilities expand regularly. Try new commands to discover what's possible.
Getting Help
If a command doesn't work, try rephrasing it. Gemini understands many variations of the same request.
See Also: How to Set Up Gemini on Smartwatch|Gemini Voice Commands on WearOS|Gemini vs Google Assistant on WearOS