Smartwatch "Music Controls" Not Working
4.5
You play music on your phone, but the watch doesn't show the "Now Playing" screen or let you skip tracks.
Symptoms
- No music controls
- Play/Pause doesn't work
- Blank screen
Possible Causes
- App permissions
- Bluetooth lag
- Multiple music apps open
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Check Notification Access
The watch needs permission to "see" what the phone is playing.
2
Set Default Music App
In the watch app, ensure your preferred player (Spotify/Apple Music) is selected.
3
Restart the Music App
Close and reopen the app on your phone.
When to See a Technician
If you have two music apps open (e.g., YouTube and Spotify), the watch can get confused about which one to control.
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