Having the best apps for theGalaxy Watch makes it even better because the watch styles can be tailored to different situations. One of the best reasons to get a wristwatch is the ability to download additional apps. The best apps for your watch can be downloaded from the store.

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The Facer app can be used if you can't find the right watch face or just want to explore more options. It's possible to find styles based on some of the most famous designs from around the world, to a digital sport style that looks like it came from a sci-fi movie.

If you own a GALAXY WATCH, you can get even better music streaming services such as Spotify. You can leave your phone behind and download the app on your wrist. It isn't the full version of the app, but it is better than nothing.

The best part about all of this is that you don't need to rely on the galaxy store to download and install apps The Play Store is close thanks to the transition to Wear OS 3. Here are our picks for the best apps that can be found in the app store.

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Facer

Galaxy Watch 4 Facer Watchface

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Facer is an app that has been around for a long time and offers nearly any style of watch face you can think of. There are both classic and futuristic choices. Facer makes it easy to re-download watch faces from the Play Store if you upgrade to a new phone, as you'll be able to use old faces from the same app.

Spotify app open on Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

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The company continues to update its Wear OS app with new features and it still remains the best music streaming service. You will be able to download your favorite songs with the app installed on your watch. If you want to listen to music without keeping your phone in your pocket, you can pair your earbuds with your watch.

Google Home

Downloading Google Home app on Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

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The Google Home app is available for some models of theGalaxy watch. You will need a Wearable that is capable of running Wear OS 3 if you want to use it with the other two watches. You will be able to control your smart home devices from your wrist once installed.

Google Keep

It's great to be able to remember the thoughts that come into your head. It is even more convenient when you can use your watch. Keeping track of your shopping lists, to-do lists, and much more can be done with the help of the Keep app.

Strava: Run, Ride, Hike

The Strava app on the Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, both sitting on top of a pair of running shoes

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One of the most popular fitness tracking apps is Strava, which allows users to record a wide range of workouts and share them with other people. You can share your progress with other people.

Infinity Loop: Relax Puzzle

It shouldn't come as a surprise that some people want to play games on their watches. The list of games that you can actually play on your watch isn't as extensive as the best games on the market. This is a puzzle game that allows you to solve each puzzle by using your fingers.

Uber

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One of the best ways to get a ride is by using the app. It's mobile app is already great, and there's a companion app for the GALAXY WATCH. You can see how far away your ride is if you use the app on your phone.

Samsung Health

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic with Samsung Health

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The company has remained committed to making it easy to keep track of your health and well-being despite the fact that it is no longer using the Tizen OS on its Wearables. The app is now available in the Play Store, as opposed to only being available in theGalaxy Store. You can keep track of a lot of things once installed. The social network aspect of the service is similar to what you'll find with a fitness tracker.

Find My Mobile

Using the Find My Phone feature on a Samsung Galaxy Watch 5

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At some point, we have all been there. You are about to walk out the door when you realize that your phone is not in your pocket. If you want to figure out where your phone is, you can use the Find My Mobile app. If you open the app and tap the button, your phone will start emitting a sound that will let you know where it is.

Google Maps

Viewing Google Maps on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4's smaller cover screen

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There was a brief announcement of a new version of the Google Maps app when the watches were announced. Maps was available on Wear OS 2, but it wasn't available on older models due to the fact that the operating system was being used by SAMSUNG. It's no longer an issue as you can use the maps on the OS. If you have theLTE model, you can leave your phone behind and still use it.

Todoist

Todoist for Wear OS 3 app update promo image

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More and more to-do apps are landing in the Play Store on a daily basis. We think that Todoist is the best. You can keep things simple with basic lists, or you can even go so far as to create full-blown projects with due dates, notes, and more. A major update of its Wear OS app was announced early in the year of 2022.

Samsung Voice Recorder

Samsung Voice Recorder promo image

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You don't need your phone to record a voice memo if you want to. You don't need to download another app when you use theGalaxy Watch. Tell the app what you want to remember by pressing record. It's possible to convert your recording to "on-screen text" with the ease of the interface.

Apps make your watch work for you

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 vs Galaxy Watch 4 both screens on sitting atop keyboard

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You can add more to your watch by using one of the best bands. If you want to personalize your watch, you can download an app to your device. There are a couple of ways to install apps on your device, and we have a guide for you to use.