To set up Google Assistant on Fitbit Versa 3, open the Fitbit app, go to the Today tab, tap your profile picture, select your Versa 3 tile, then tap Voice Assistant and choose Google Assistant. However, you should be aware that Google is phasing out Google Assistant on the Versa 3, so the feature may no longer be available on your device or may stop working after setup.
Important: Google Assistant is being phased out on Versa 3
Before you begin the setup process, you need to know that Google is progressively phasing out Google Assistant on the Fitbit Sense and Versa 3. According to Google's current support page, voice control for activities will no longer be available on these devices. While the official Fitbit Versa 3 manual still documents the setup flow, the feature is no longer guaranteed to work on all devices. Your experience may differ depending on your device's software version and account status.
Requirements to set up Google Assistant on Fitbit Versa 3
To set up Google Assistant on your Fitbit Versa 3, you need the following items ready before starting:
- A Fitbit Versa 3 smartwatch
- A smartphone that is already paired with your Versa 3 through the Fitbit app
- The Fitbit app installed on your phone, opened to the Today tab
- A Google account (if you don't have one, you can create one during the setup process)
Step 1: Check if Google Assistant is still available on your device
Before proceeding with the full setup, confirm whether the Google Assistant option still appears on your device. Open the Fitbit app on your phone and navigate to the Today tab. Tap your profile picture, then tap your Versa 3 tile. Tap Voice Assistant. If Google Assistant appears as an option, you can proceed with the setup. If it does not appear, the feature has already been removed from your device and setup is not possible.
Step 2: Connect your Fitbit Versa 3 to your phone
Open the Fitbit app to the Today tab. Your Versa 3 should be connected and syncing with the app. If it is not paired, follow the standard pairing process in the Fitbit app before continuing.
Step 3: Activate Google Assistant in the Fitbit app
- From the Today tab, tap your profile picture.
- Tap your Versa 3 tile.
- Tap Voice Assistant.
- Tap Google Assistant under the Voice Assistant options.
- Tap Activate Google Assistant.
If the Google Assistant app is not already installed on your phone, you will be prompted to install it. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Step 4: Link your Fitbit and Google Assistant accounts
- Open the Google Assistant app on your phone.
- Log in to your Google account, or create one if you do not have one.
- Follow the instructions in the Google Assistant app to connect your Google account with Fitbit.
- Return to the Fitbit app and tap Close to return to the Voice Assistant tile.
Once the accounts are linked, Google Assistant should be active on your Fitbit Versa 3. You can access it by pressing and holding the side button on your smartwatch. Remember that this feature is being phased out, so availability may differ by device and account state.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still use Google Assistant on my Fitbit Versa 3 if it was already set up?
If you previously set up Google Assistant on your Versa 3, it may still work for now, but Google is progressively phasing out the feature. Voice control for activities will eventually stop working on all devices.
Does Google Assistant on the Versa 3 support multiple languages?
Yes, Google Assistant on the Fitbit Versa 3 supports multiple languages. Your preferred language is set within the Fitbit app on your smartphone, and by default it uses the same language as your phone's settings.
Can I use Google Assistant on my Versa 3 to control smart home devices?
Yes, if Google Assistant is still active on your Versa 3, you can use voice commands to control compatible smart home devices such as lights, thermostats, and locks, provided they are linked to your Google Assistant account.
Can I make phone calls or send messages with Google Assistant on my Versa 3?
Yes, you can use Google Assistant to make calls or send messages, but your phone must be nearby and connected to the watch via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
Can I use Google Assistant on my Versa 3 to play music or control media playback?
Yes, you can use Google Assistant to play music or control media, but the watch needs to be connected to your phone or a compatible device.
Will Google Assistant on my Versa 3 work without my phone nearby?
No, Google Assistant on the Fitbit Versa 3 requires a connection to your paired smartphone to function. Your phone must be nearby with Bluetooth or Wi-Fi enabled for the Assistant to process voice commands.
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