Fossil Smartwatches: Sleep Tracking Features Explained

Fossil smartwatches do offer sleep tracking, but it is not a default feature. Sleep tracking can be enabled by downloading third-party apps such as Sleep as Android, Sleep Cycle, or Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS. Fossil's Wellness app can also be used to monitor sleep, but it must be toggled on in the settings. The accuracy of sleep tracking on Fossil smartwatches has been questioned by some users, who claim that the watch starts counting from the moment they get into bed, regardless of whether they are actually asleep.

Fossil's Wellness app

Sleep tracking on Fossil smartwatches is only available through third-party apps. Fossil smartwatches are compatible with various third-party sleep-tracking apps, including "Sleep as Android" and "Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS". These apps can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store, respectively.

To use a third-party sleep-tracking app with a Fossil smartwatch, users must first download the app on their smartphone. Once the app has been installed on the phone, users can then download it on their watch through the Play Store or App Store.

While Fossil's Wellness app offers sleep tracking, some users have reported issues with its accuracy. For example, the app may start tracking sleep from the moment the user gets into bed, rather than when they fall asleep. Additionally, the app may not always accurately detect periods of wakefulness during the night, leading to discrepancies between the tracked sleep time and the actual amount of sleep the user received.

Despite these limitations, Fossil's Wellness app can still provide valuable insights into sleep patterns and duration. For users who are insomniacs or have difficulty falling asleep, the app's sleep tracking feature can help reduce worry and provide a sense of reassurance.

Third-party apps

Fossil smartwatches offer built-in sleep tracking via the Wellness app, which is preloaded on the watch. The app allows you to monitor your sleep stats, including your last sleep tracked, as well as your daily, weekly, and monthly stats. It also enables you to track your cardio fitness, blood oxygen levels, heart rate, and more.

However, if you prefer to use a third-party sleep tracking app, there are several options available. One popular choice is Sleep as Android, which has been around for a long time and continuously improves and adds unique features. This app works with both your smartphone and your smartwatch, and it can also be synced with Google Fit. Another option is the Sleep Cycle app, which has been recommended by users for its effectiveness in tracking sleep patterns.

To access and download third-party sleep tracking apps, you can visit Google Play or the Play Store on your smartphone. Keep in mind that some apps may require you to install them on your phone first before installing them on your watch. Additionally, if you're using an iPhone, you can try the "Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS" app.

It's important to note that while Fossil smartwatches offer built-in sleep tracking, the accuracy of sleep tracking technology in general has been debated by some users.

Fossil Gen 5 and 6 sleep tracking

Fossil's Gen 5 and 6 smartwatches do offer sleep tracking features. However, reviews of the accuracy of this feature are mixed. Some users have reported that the sleep tracking feature is useless, while others have found it to be relatively accurate. One user noted that the watch always started counting from the time they got into bed, regardless of whether they fell asleep or not, which could be beneficial for insomniacs as it might reduce worry about lack of sleep.

To enable the sleep tracking feature on your Fossil Gen 5 or 6 smartwatch, you can follow these steps:

• Open the Wellness App on your watch.
• Scroll down to 'Settings'.
• Tap 'Account'.
• Select 'Tracking Preferences'.
• Toggle 'Sleep Tracking' on.

Once the feature is enabled, you will be able to view your sleep metrics inside the Wellness app. You can also connect the Wellness app to Google Fit to see your sleep data on your phone. This can be done by signing in to your Google account in the Google Fit phone app and watch app.

In addition to the built-in sleep tracking feature, there are also third-party sleep tracking apps available for download on the Google Play Store, such as Sleep as Android and 'Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS'. These apps can provide additional sleep tracking features and functionalities.

Wear OS

Fossil smartwatches with Wear OS do offer sleep tracking. Fossil has released an update for its Gen 5 Wear OS smartwatches that adds a variety of features, including sleep tracking. Fossil also offers its own built-in sleep tracking feature for its Wear OS smartwatches. This is available via the Wellness app, which can be connected to Google Fit to view sleep data on your phone.

To enable the sleep tracking feature on your Fossil smartwatch, you can follow these steps: Open the Wellness App on your watch, scroll down to Settings, tap Account, select Tracking Preferences, and toggle Sleep Tracking on. Once enabled, your sleep metrics will be available within the Wellness app.

If you wish to view your sleep data on your phone, you can connect the Wellness app to Google Fit. To do this, ensure that you are signed in with the same Google account on both the Wellness app and Google Fit on your watch and phone. Open the Google Fit phone app and sign in with your Google account. Confirm that the listed account is correct, and then tap the checkmark to connect the two apps.

Additionally, you can add sleep tracking as a tile or widget on your watch for quick access to your sleep metrics. By swiping right to left on the screen, you can easily view your weekly and monthly sleep totals.

It is worth noting that while Fossil offers built-in sleep tracking, Google Fit itself does not natively track sleep. Therefore, it is recommended to use Fossil's Wellness app or a third-party sleep-tracking app and connect it to Google Fit to access your sleep metrics.

Fossil Gen 4 sleep tracking

Fossil smartwatches, including the Fossil Gen 4, do offer sleep tracking, but only through third-party apps. This is because WearOS watches lack the battery life to support sleep tracking as a built-in feature.

Fossil Group recommends downloading third-party sleep tracking apps by visiting Google Play on your watch. For Android phones, the "Sleep as Android" app can be downloaded, while for iPhones, the "Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS" app is available.

Some users have reported issues with the accuracy of the sleep tracking feature on Fossil watches, stating that it records them as being asleep for longer than they actually were. Additionally, the automatic sleep tracking feature seems to be inconsistent, with some users having to manually start and stop the tracking each night.

To improve the accuracy of sleep tracking, one user suggested integrating the watch with Google Home and using Autovoice in Tasker to capture when the user says goodnight, which then turns on the sleep tracker. The same routine can be used in the morning to turn off the sleep tracker.

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