Many of us rely on our smartphones to track time. Our phones have become the watch of the 21st Century. It's even more frustrating when your Android phone's time is wrong. Here are some tips to help you get your life back on track if your Android phone is showing an incorrect time.These screenshots and steps were taken on Android 12. They can also be used on Android 11. While some elements of the UI might look different depending upon the phone, the overall flow of the app is the same. Samsung phones do not have the ability to change time zones.How to manually adjust your phone's clockYour phone automatically picks up time based on your cellular/WiFi connection. It usually works well, but sometimes it can be a little sloppy.It's easy to disable automatic detection and set the time manually if that happens.Open Settings on your phone. Scroll down to tap System. Tap Date and time. To disable the automatic timer, tap the toggle next to Set Time Automatically. Tap Time to set the time. Tap OK.How to fix your phone’s automatic time detectionWhile manually setting the time might work for some, Daylight Savings will require you to set it manually. It's easier to use automatic time, so if you're looking for a quick solution, this is one worth considering.Open Settings on your phone. Scroll down to tap System. Tap Date and time. To disable the automatic time, tap the toggle next to Set Time Automatically. To re-enable the toggle, tap it again.You know the joke about turning off your computer and turning it on again to solve all your problems? This is basically what we are doing. The automatic time detection on your Android phone is almost always accurate. However, it's possible for it to go wrong so you can reset it as described below.How to change your time zoneYour Android phone might have issues with time if you do a lot of traveling, or if you live close to a time zone. Although time zones can be complex beasts, you can adjust them on your phone with just a few clicks. Samsung owners need to be aware that they do not have the ability to change their time zone.Open Settings on your phone. Scroll down to tap System. Tap Date and time. Click the toggle to set your preferred time zone automatically. Choose your preferred time zone.Your phone will automatically switch time zones automatically when the Set time zone automatic toggle is turned on. You can also use the steps above to resolve any issues if this does not work.You can also disable and re-enable the toggle to reset its automatic detection if you don’t want to manually change your time zone each time you enter a new one.Today, fix your phone's timeAlthough watches have become more sophisticated, the timekeeper is still one of the most basic functions of Android phones. Even though you might have the most advanced Android smartwatch, we bet that you still use your phone to check the time at least twice per day. To stay on top and keep your schedule in order, ensure that your phone's time is correct.We recommend the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 if you don't have a dedicated device for time tracking. This smartwatch is the best money can buy, and it's great fun to use.
