How to use Watch Unlock on Pixel WatchNow that you know a bit more about Watch Unlock, let's talk about how to actually useIt’s a pretty well-hidden feature in that Google hasn’t really actively advertised, and unlike the Apple Watch, which has watch unlock turned on by default, you have to manually activate the feature on the Pixel Watch. How Watch Unlock worksWatch Unlock is a really handy feature that allows your smartwatch to effectively bypass your other lock screen security functionality. When enabled, Watch Unlock lets you bring your watch close to your phone, and then it unlocks it, and based on some of the other settings you have selected (which we'll touch on more in a moment), you'll be given instant access to your last-used screen, or you'll be able to swipe up to access your device without needing to put in an unlock code. It's great for those times when you need to access your phone but don't want to go through the hassle of dealing with face unlock or putting in your passcode or fingerprint. Tap Watch preferences > Security > Watch Unlock and toggle it on. On the Apple Watch, you can use Watch Unlock to unlock both your phone and other Apple devices, but you can also use it to unlock your phone. If you have the needed devices—a Pixel Watch and Pixel phone—then you can take advantage of Watch Unlock by activating it through the following steps:First, navigate to the Google Pixel Watch app on your Pixel phone. It should also be noted that Watch Unlock on the Pixel Watch doesn’t offer quite the same functionality as it does on the Apple Watch, which is the place that I have the most experience with this feature. You can also turn it on in Android settings by navigating to Settings > Security & privacy > Device Unlock> Face & Fingerprint Unlock > Watch Unlock. If you don’t have Skip lock screen turned on, then it will unlock your phone, but still display the lock screen, requiring you to swipe up to access the rest of your device.
