eSim in Apple watch 8 cellular

I bought Apple watch series 8 from Target (PHI) and came back to Europe (Estonia). It cannot connect with local Mobile Service and cellular is useless. What can I do to resolve the problem?

Thank you in advance.

Apple Watch Series 8, watchOS 9

Posted on Jun 5, 2023 11:44 AM

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WheelieNick

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Jun 5, 2023 2:00 PM in response to priit69

Apple Watch cellular sold in the USA is designed to connect with carriers in the USA, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico for as far as I know, so you can not use that model with European carriers for as far as I know

javaliga

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Jun 5, 2023 2:00 PM in response to priit69

Check with your local Mobil Service and see if they support the watch model you have.

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