In this guide, we will show you the steps to take a backup of your Samsung Galaxy Watch using your Pixel device. When it comes to the smartwatch domain, then Pixel has definitely made its mark, however, it has still some way to go before it reaches the level of the South Korean giant. As a result, there are still many users who own a Samsung Watch and have a Pixel device in their pockets.
Moreover, as has always been the case, the OEM usually likes to give preferences and privileges to its own ecosystem rather than bringing in uniformity support. And Samsung is no different either. While could easily take a backup of its watch using its Smart Switch app, however, that mostly or rather only works with Samsung devices. Well, that is if you take the traditional route.
There does exist a nifty workaround using which you take a backup of your Samsung Galaxy Watch using your Pixel device. And in this guide, we will show you how to do just that. Follow along.
How to Backup Samsung Galaxy Watch via Pixel Device
In order to rectify this issue, you just have to remove the battery restrictions for the Smart Switch app. Here’s how it could be done:
- Head over to Settings > Apps > All Apps > Smart Switch.
- Then go to App Battery Usage and select Unrestricted.
- You should now be able to see the backup option after a couple of hours.
- It could be accessed via Galaxy Wearable > Watch settings > Account and Backup.
That’s it. These were the steps to take a backup of your Samsung Galaxy Watch using your Pixel device. . If you have any queries concerning the aforementioned steps, do let us know in the comments. We will get back to you with a solution at the earliest.
