How close does the AppleWatch need to be to the iPhone, for fall detection to be reported?

Can an Apple Watch with fall detection be linked to an iPhone of a different family member than the person who wears the AppleWatch?

Posted on Oct 6, 2022 10:01 AM

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Oct 6, 2022 10:18 AM in response to Patrick Fitzgerald

Yes here;

Set up an Apple Watch for a family member

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