How to Add Apple Music to Galaxy Watch (Step-by-Step)

Part 1. Can You Use Apple Music on a Galaxy Watch?

If you've used Apple Music on an iPhone or Apple Watch, the experience is smooth and simple. But once you move to a Galaxy Watch, things change.

Even though Android phones and tablets fully support the Apple Music app, the same can't be said for smartwatches like the Galaxy Watch. While Galaxy Watches are built to work well with Android features, neither Tizen nor Wear OS (used in newer models like the Galaxy Watch 4, 5, or 6) offers an official Apple Music app. You might expect to find the Apple Music app through Galaxy Store just like YouTube Music, but that's not the case due to the lack of official support.

So, no—you can't use Apple Music on a Galaxy Watch the usual way. But that doesn't mean you can stream or download Apple Music directly on the watch like you can with YouTube Music or Samsung Music. By converting your favorite Apple Music tracks and transferring them to the watch, you can still make it work.

Part 2. How to Convert Apple Music for Galaxy Watch

If you want to listen to Apple Music on your Galaxy Watch, ViWizard Apple Music Converter is a simple and effective tool. It converts your Apple Music tracks, playlists, and albums into common formats like MP3, M4A, and more. These files are DRM-free and supported by the Galaxy Watch, so you can play them without any restrictions.

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Here's what to expect: ViWizard works on both Windows and Mac. After installing it, you use the built-in Apple Music web player inside the app to select the songs you want. Then, add them to the conversion list and start converting. The converter keeps all your song info, like titles and album art, and preserves lossless audio quality. It also includes a media player that lets you control your music easily—play, pause, skip, and adjust volume—just like local files. Once your music is converted, you can transfer the files to your Galaxy Watch and enjoy Apple Music anywhere, without needing your phone.

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Step 1Download and Launch ViWizard

First, download and install ViWizard Apple Music Converter on your Windows PC or Mac. Open the app, and you'll see a built-in Apple Music web player. Sign in with your Apple ID to access your entire music library, including songs, albums, and playlists.

Step 2Choose MP3 as the Output Format

Go to the Settings menu in the top-right corner. Here, select MP3 as the output format since it's widely supported by Galaxy Watches. You can also adjust the bit rate and sample rate to balance sound quality and file size based on your preference.

Step 3Select Your Apple Music Tracks

Browse your Apple Music library right inside ViWizard. Pick the tracks, albums, or playlists you want to convert, then click the "+" button to add them to your conversion list. You can add many songs at once and convert them in a batch.

Step 4Convert and Locate Your DRM-Free Files

Click the Convert button to start the process. Once finished, head to the History tab to find your converted files. Use the folder icon to open the folder where your new DRM-free MP3s are saved. These files keep important details like song titles and album art, making them easy to organize and enjoy on your Galaxy Watch.

Part 3. How to Transfer Apple Music Files to Galaxy Watch

When it comes to getting your Apple Music files onto your Galaxy Watch, the Galaxy Wearable app plays a key role. This app is your main hub for managing everything on your watch, including syncing music. With it, you can easily transfer your converted Apple Music tracks from your phone to your watch, making sure your favorite tunes are always close at hand—even when your phone isn't.

Step 1: Transfer Audio Files to Your Android Phone

• From a Windows PC:

  1. Use a USB cable to connect your Android phone to your PC. Make sure your phone is unlocked and, if prompted, select File Transfer or MTP mode on your phone.
  2. Open File Explorer on your PC and locate the Apple Music files you want to transfer (these could be downloaded AAC or MP3 files you've exported).
  3. Copy those files.
  4. On your phone, open the Internal Storage or SD card (if you use one), then find or create a folder named Music — this is where most music apps, including Galaxy Watch, look for files.
  5. Paste the files into that folder.

• From a Mac:

  1. Download and install Android File Transfer if you haven't already. It's the official tool for managing Android files on macOS.
  2. Connect your Android phone to your Mac with a USB cable, unlock your phone, and open Android File Transfer.
  3. Select the Apple Music files you want to move.
  4. Drag and drop the files into the Music folder on your Android device.
  5. If you don't see the folder, create one named Music in the root directory for best compatibility.

Step 2: Add Music to Your Galaxy Watch

1. Open the Galaxy Wearable app on your Android phone (make sure your watch is connected via Bluetooth).
2. Scroll down and tap Add content to your watch. This option lets you manually select music files to sync.
3. Tap Add tracks, then browse your phone's Music folder or wherever you placed your files.
4. Select the tracks or albums you want to transfer. Keep in mind the Galaxy Watch storage is limited (around 4GB or less for music), so choose accordingly.
5. Tap Done to begin syncing. Transfer speed depends on file size and Bluetooth connection quality—usually a few minutes for dozens of songs.

Part 4. How to Play Apple Music on Galaxy Watch Without the App

Once your music is on the watch, the Music app becomes your go-to for playback. It's designed to handle local music files smoothly, offering simple controls to play, pause, skip, and adjust volume right from your wrist. While it doesn't offer the full Apple Music streaming experience, it works perfectly for playing the converted tracks offline. Together, these two apps help bridge the gap and give you a seamless Apple Music experience on your Galaxy Watch.

1. On your Galaxy Watch, swipe up from the watch face to access the app list.
2. Open the Music app. On some models like Galaxy Watch 4 or 5, you may need to tap Library first to see synced tracks.
3. Browse through your synced songs, albums, or playlists. The interface is simple and scroll-friendly but doesn't support advanced features like lyrics or Apple Music streaming.
4. Use the on-screen controls or physical buttons to play, pause, skip tracks, or shuffle your music. You can also adjust volume directly on the watch.
5. Since the music is stored locally, you don't need your phone nearby to listen offline.

Note: Some users mention that the watch's music app runs smoothly but lacks the rich Apple Music interface features they're used to on phones. It feels more like a traditional music player, but it works seamlessly with the converted Apple Music tracks.

Summary:

Samsung Watch This method is suitable for all the Samsung watch series. If you use any other Samsung watch, you can always try this method, since they all support MP3 format. The key is to download Apple Music to MP3. And you can also upload converted Apple Music to any device that supports MP3. Why not download and use the free trial of ViWizard Audio Converter from this button!