Unfortunately, there isn't a universal function to directly turn off your phone using your smartwatch. Smartwatches are primarily designed to control certain aspects of your phone, like silencing notifications, but not powering it down.
However, you can use your smartwatch to silence notifications from your phone when you're wearing the watch. This might feel like turning it off in terms of distractions. Here's how to do that using the Wear OS app:
- Open the Wear OS app (or your smartwatch's companion app) on your Android phone. If you have a specific brand of smartwatch (e.g., Samsung, Fitbit), you may need to use their dedicated app. Follow the instructions within that app.
- Go to "Settings". Look for a settings menu within the app. This might be represented by a gear icon.
- Find "Notifications". Tap on the "Notifications" option.
- Enable "Silence phone while wearing watch". This will stop your phone from making noise or vibrating for notifications when your smartwatch is connected and you're wearing it.
Alternatives (Depending on Your Smartwatch and Phone):
Some smartwatches might offer limited control through custom apps or integrations. For example:
- Custom Automation Apps: You might be able to create a custom task using apps like Tasker on Android, which could be triggered by your smartwatch to, for example, put your phone in airplane mode. This would effectively "turn off" its connectivity. This is an advanced option and requires technical knowledge.
Important Considerations:
- Your smartwatch's capabilities depend on the specific model and its compatibility with your phone.
- Battery life on both devices can be affected by constant connectivity and notifications.
In summary, while you cannot typically turn off your phone entirely from your smartwatch, you can use it to silence notifications and, in some cases, explore custom automation options for limited control.
