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Overview
The Spinfire Pro app supports both Apple Watch and WearOS smartwatches, allowing you to control your ball machine directly from your wrist. This guide covers compatibility requirements,
features, and connectivity information for both platforms.
Apple Watch Compatibility
Minimum Requirements
- Apple Watch Series 4 or newer
- watchOS 10.5 or later
- iPhone with iOS compatible with watchOS 10.5
Compatible Models
✅ Supported:
- Apple Watch Series 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
- Apple Watch SE (1st and 2nd generation)
- Apple Watch Ultra and Ultra 2
❌ Not Supported:
- Apple Watch Series 1, 2, and 3 (cannot run watchOS 10.5)
WearOS Compatibility
Minimum Requirements
- Any WearOS device with Google Play Services
- Android 4.1+ (API 16) on the watch
- Android 5.0+ (API 21) on the phone/tablet
Compatible Devices
The app should work with virtually any WearOS smartwatch, including:
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 4/5/6/7 (running WearOS)
- Google Pixel Watch 1/2
- Fossil Gen 6
- TicWatch Pro series
- Mobvoi TicWatch series
- Any other WearOS device with Google Play Services
Garmin Watch Support
Current Status: Not Supported
Garmin watches are not currently supported by the Spinfire Pro app. However, Garmin support is under consideration for future development.
Interested in Garmin support?
Please contact our support team to be added to our Garmin interest list. We’ll notify you as soon as Garmin compatibility becomes available.
Connectivity Requirements
⚠️ Important: Phone/Tablet Must Remain Nearby
Both Apple Watch and WearOS devices require your phone or tablet to remain within Bluetooth range during use. The smartwatch cannot connect directly to the ball machine.
How it works:
- Your phone/tablet connects to the ball machine via Bluetooth
- Your smartwatch connects to your phone/tablet
- Commands from your watch are relayed through your phone/tablet to the ball machine
Range limitations:
- Phone/tablet must stay within 10-30 meters of both the watch and ball machine
- Leaving your phone at home or in your bag far from the court will break the connection
Current Supported Features
Both Apple Watch and WearOS support the following features:
- Drill Control: Play, pause, and stop drills
- Drill Selection: Browse and select from your drill library
- Sleep Mode: Toggle the ball machine’s sleep mode
- Connection Status: Monitor real-time connection to the ball machine
- Voice Commands: Request AI-generated drills using voice input
- Timer Functions: Set countdown timers for practice sessions
- Drill Management: Delete drills directly from your watch
- Haptic Feedback: Receive tactile notifications (Apple Watch)
Setup Instructions
Apple Watch
- Install the Spinfire Pro app on your iPhone
- The Apple Watch app will automatically appear on your watch
- Open the watch app and follow the pairing instructions
WearOS
- Install the Spinfire Pro app on your Android phone/tablet
- Install the companion WearOS app from the Play Store on your watch
- Ensure both devices are paired via the Wear OS or Galaxy Wearable app
- Open the watch app and it will automatically sync with your phone
Troubleshooting
Connection Issues
- Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on all devices
- Keep your phone/tablet within range of both the watch and ball machine
- Watch to phone should be no more than 15 metres & Phone to Ball Machine should be no more than 30 metres
- Restart the app on both devices if connection is lost
- Check that your watch has the latest OS updates
WearOS Specific
- Verify Google Play Services is up to date on your watch
- Check that the Wear OS or Galaxy Wearable app is installed on your phone
- Ensure the watch and phone are properly paired in your system settings
Apple Watch Specific
- Ensure your iPhone and Apple Watch are paired in the Watch app
- Check that both devices are signed into the same iCloud account
- Verify that Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are enabled on your iPhone
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use my smartwatch without my phone nearby?
A: No, your phone or tablet must remain within Bluetooth range for the watch to control the ball machine.
Q: Will older Apple Watch models ever be supported?
A: Due to technical limitations of watchOS, Series 1-3 cannot be supported as they cannot run watchOS 10.5.
Q: Do I need a specific version of WearOS?
A: No specific WearOS version is required, just Google Play Services support.
Q: Can I use a fitness tracker instead of a smartwatch?
A: No, the app requires a full smartwatch OS (watchOS or WearOS) and cannot work with basic fitness trackers.
Q: When will Garmin watches be supported?
A: Garmin support is under consideration but no timeline is available yet. Contact support to join our interest list for updates.
Contact Support
If you experience any issues with smartwatch connectivity or have questions not covered in this guide, please contact our support team with:
- Your smartwatch model and OS version
- Your phone model and OS version
- Description of the issue
- Any error messages received
For Garmin watch interest, please mention “Garmin Support Interest” in your message.