To connect a Huawei Watch GT 7 to your smartphone, you must first install the Huawei Health app.
It can be downloaded directly from most app stores, including the Apple App Store, Samsung Galaxy Store, Xiaomi App Mall, Vivo V-Appstore, and, of course, Huawei’s AppGallery.
Alternatively, you can scan the QR code on the watch using the app.
The Huawei Watch GT 7 is primarily controlled via the touchscreen, but also through the rotatable and pressable crown.
On iOS, the Watch GT 7 remains noticeably limited.
To connect a Huawei Watch GT 7 to your smartphone, you must first install the Huawei Health app. This app is usually preinstalled on Huawei smartphones, such as the Pura 80 Ultra or the Mate X7. It can be downloaded directly from most app stores, including the Apple App Store, Samsung Galaxy Store, Xiaomi App Mall, Vivo V-Appstore, and, of course, Huawei’s AppGallery. It is not available in the Google Play Store or the Oppo App Market. There are now many fake apps in the Play Store. We strongly advise against installing them. Alternatively, Huawei Health can also be downloaded directly as an APK using the QR code on the packaging.
Once the app is installed, you can connect a new device under “Devices.” The app will then scan the area for available devices; all you need to do is make sure the GT 7 is turned on. Alternatively, you can scan the QR code on the watch using the app. The app will then guide you step by step through the setup process.
The Huawei Watch GT 7 is primarily controlled via the touchscreen, but also through the rotatable and pressable crown. There is also an additional button that can be customized.
On iOS, the Watch GT 7 remains noticeably limited. Notifications cannot be configured as precisely, and it’s not possible to reply to messages directly from the watch. Since the AppGallery is also missing, Petal Maps cannot be installed, so navigation via the smartwatch is also unavailable on iOS.
Payments via NFC and the British payment service Curve Pay have been greatly simplified and work seamlessly in practice. This integration is now also available for older models and only requires HarmonyOS 5.1.
