To use Strava on your Pixel Watch, you first need to install the application directly onto the watch itself and then connect it to your Strava account via your paired Android phone.
Here's a simple guide based on the process:
Installing and Setting Up Strava on Your Pixel Watch
Getting started with Strava on your Pixel Watch is a straightforward process that begins on the watch face itself.
Step-by-Step Installation
Follow these steps to get the Strava app onto your smartwatch:
- Open the Google Play Store: On your Pixel Watch, navigate to and open the Google Play Store application.
- Search for Strava: Use the search function within the Play Store on your watch to find the Strava app.
- Install the App: Locate the Strava app in the search results and tap the Install button.
- Launch the App: Once the installation is complete, the button will change from "Install" to Open. Tap Open to launch the Strava app on your watch.
Connecting to Your Account
After installing and opening the app on your watch, you'll need to link it to your existing Strava account:
- You will be prompted to sign in to Strava on your paired phone. Ensure your Pixel Watch is connected via Bluetooth to your Android smartphone. Complete the sign-in process on your phone when requested.
Important Note: Pixel Watches (like Samsung watches) are designed to be paired with Android phones. They cannot be used with iPhones.
Once signed in on your phone, your Strava app on the Pixel Watch should be ready to use for tracking your activities directly from your wrist.
Using Strava for Activity Tracking
With the Strava app installed and linked, you can use your Pixel Watch to record various activities such as runs, rides, or walks without needing to carry your phone. The watch can use its built-in GPS (if available) to track your route, distance, and pace, and this data will sync to your Strava account via your phone after your activity is completed.
Just open the Strava app on your watch, select your activity type, and start recording!
