Pokemon Sleep is now compatible with these smartwatch models

Pokemon Sleep has been tracking us at night and the creatures have gathered around based on how long we've rested for over a year. It's actually a lot cuter than I made it sound out there, but there's one problem that's hung over Pokemon Sleep since its launch, and that's the dangers of sleeping with your phone plugged in just inches from your face. If you have a smartwatch then that is no longer a problem.

Pokemon introduced smartwatch compatibility this week That means if you have a model compatible with a sleep tracking app, you no longer have to pop your phone on your mattress at night and risk it slipping under your pillow and overheating. Almost all major smartwatch models are compatible with Pokemon Sleep, but we've provided information below so you can make sure your watch works with the app or not.

Once you've purchased a compatible smartwatch, some of which are available through the links in the box below, or you already own one, You should combine it with Pokemon Sleep. You need to do that with the Apple Watch Pair the watch with Apple's Health app via the Pokemon Sleep app. You need to follow the same process to pair it with a Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, or Fitbit device Using the Health Connect app.

How to sync your smartwatch with Pokemon Sleep

Or where to buy one if you don't already have a smartwatch

Once your watch or device is paired with Pokemon Sleep, you'll be able to use it to track your sleep at night and leave your phone by your side. Tracking your sleep will work a little differently than using your watch. Since your phone will be locked and the app closed, when you open Pokemon Sleep in the morning, there will be an option – either on the title screen or on the home screen where you'll find Snorlax – Sync your previous night's sleep with the app.

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  Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS, 44MM)

  $145 $152 Save $7

  The stylish design of the Apple Watch Series 5 features a rectangular display with curved edges and is available in two sizes and a variety of materials, including aluminum, stainless steel and titanium.

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  Samsung Galaxy Watch 6

  $280 $400 Save $120

  The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 40mm is a feature-packed smartwatch that elevates your health journey. With advanced sleep coaching, personalized HR zones, and a BIA sensor for body composition insight, it's a great choice at a reasonable price.

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  Fitbit Versa 4

  This smartwatch has a comfortable, all-day wear silicone band and a square-shaped color touchscreen display that makes checking notifications and fitness stats very easy.

Pokemon Sleep will then communicate with your health app to check how you slept Convert that data into sleep data. From that point on it will be Pokemon Sleep that you are familiar with as Pokemon will gather around you so you can feed them biscuits and bring them back to camp. All the fun of Pokemon Sleep without any of the risk that comes with how you need to track your sleep to make it work so far.