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Do I need cellular service to use a Apple Watch?

Do I need cellular service to use a Apple Watch?

Posted on Sep 18, 2022 4:31 PM

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Posted on Sep 18, 2022 4:38 PM

Crabbyman57 wrote:

Do I need cellular service to use a Apple Watch?


Only if you want to make cellular calls, or SMS.


Otherwise, no.


If Watch is paired with an iPhone with a cellular plan, and is within proximity of the paired iPhone, Watch can make calls via the iPhone.

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Do I need cellular service to use a Apple Watch?

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