Can all Apple watches make calls and texts? (2024)

Can all Apple watches make calls and texts?

Yes - all models of Apple Watch, including Apple Watch Series 3

(GPS) - can be used to send and receive texts and to make and receive calls when your iPhone is nearby and connected to a cellular network and, potentially, also under other certain other circ*mstances (see below): Send messages. Answer phone calls.

Can all Apple watches answer calls?

Yes, you can place and answer phone calls with your GPS-only Apple Watch. Other than that, you can receive and send texts, and receive notifications while it is connected to your iPhone via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Can you still get texts and calls on Apple Watch without cellular?

Cellular is not required to make or take calls or send or receive messages. However, you will need either the paired iPhone nearby, or if the iPhone is not nearby, a Wifi connection for the watch, and for the paired iPhone to be on, and have a cellular data connection or wifi available as well.

Can I answer texts on Apple Watch?

Reply to a message

Turn the Digital Crown to scroll to the bottom of the message, then choose how to reply. To quickly respond with a Tapback, touch and hold a specific message in a conversation, then choose a Tapback—like thumbs-up or a heart.

What can Apple Watch do without iPhone?

Can I get my kid an Apple Watch without a phone?

With Family Setup, your family member who doesn't have their own iPhone can use their Apple Watch to do things like make phone calls, send messages, and share their location with you. After you set up a watch for a family member, you can use your iPhone to manage some of the watch's capabilities.

Why can't I answer a call on my Apple Watch?

Disable Wi-Fi calling. This problem might happen because you have Wi-Fi calling enabled on your iPhone. When I have Wi-Fi calling enabled on my iPhone, my Apple Watch won't answer calls, while when Wi-Fi calling is turned off, it will answer calls.

Does an Apple Watch need a data plan?

Apple says that “A cellular plan isn't required to set up an Apple Watch for a family member, but is necessary for some features.” To get the full functionality you will need an Apple Watch Series 4 or later with cellular.

Can I use an Apple Watch without a data plan?

When connected to your paired iPhone via Bluetooth, for data usage Apple Watch relies on the iPhone's connection to the Internet, whether via Wi-Fi or cellular data. This usage does not require a separate service plan for the Apple Watch.

How far can Apple Watch be from iPhone?

What to Know. Bluetooth on the Apple Watch has a maximum range of 100 meters/330 feet, though the range may be shorter in practice. If the paired iPhone is connected to a known Wi-Fi network, the Apple Watch and iPhone can communicate over Wi-Fi.

How can I tell if my Apple Watch has cellular?

Look at the round digital crown on the side of the watch. Does it have a round red circle? If yes, it's GPS+ Cellular. If no, it's GPS only.

Are all Apple watches cellular?

Both GPS and Cellular options are available in aluminum in the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch SE. It's also possible to buy the Apple Watch Series 8 in stainless steel. There's no Apple Watch Ultra with solely GPS connectivity and it's only available in titanium.

What's the point of having an Apple Watch?

Safety features like Fall Detection,¹⁸ Emergency SOS, and high and low heart rate notifications make Apple Watch great for older family members, even if they don't own an iPhone. Calling, texting, and location sharing provide an easy way to stay connected with the family.

Will my Apple Watch work if my phone dies?

If your iPhone is not connected (including if it has run out of battery charge), you can still use Apple Watch to: - Play music from a synced playlist on Apple Watch. - Use the watch, alarms, timers, and the stopwatch. - Keep track of your activity (stand, move, exercise) with the Activity Activity icon app.

Can I use Apple Watch as stand alone?

The Apple Watch doesn't need to be connected to the same carrier as your Apple® iPhone® when set up using Standalone mode (Set Up for a Family Member). The family member using the Apple Watch doesn't need an iPhone, but an iPhone is required for initial setup.

What is smallest Apple Watch?

The SE and Series watches come in two sizes each. The SE comes in 40mm and 44mm, while the Series 8 options are 41mm and 45mm. The larger models are better for readability, while the smaller ones are more comfortable for those with petite wrists.

Can I track my daughter with an Apple Watch?

If your child isn't old enough to have a phone, you can still use the GPS on Apple Watch to monitor his or her location. First, make sure you have the latest version of iOS downloaded. Then using Family Setup, simply connect your child's watch to your own phone, and location tracking will be enabled.

Why can't i call or text on my Apple Watch?

Check your connection

Make sure that your Apple Watch can connect to your iPhone, cellular, or Wi-Fi. To send and receive SMS/MMS from cellular models of Apple Watch, your paired iPhone must be powered on and connected to Wi-Fi or cellular, but your iPhone doesn't need to be nearby.

Can you listen to music on Apple Watch?

You can play music stored on Apple Watch, control music on your iPhone, and stream music from Apple Music and Apple Music Voice if you're a subscriber. Note: Not all features are available in the Apple Music Voice Plan.

Why do calls to my Apple Watch go straight to voicemail?

There's a switch for Silence Unknown Callers. If it is on any calls from numbers not in your contacts will go directly to voicemail. Also in Settings/Phone: Make sure Call Forwarding is off.

Do you pay a monthly fee for Apple Watch?

No, you do not have to pay a monthly charge to use your watch. As long as you have your paired iPhone with you, you can answer and make calls from your watch, send messages, etc., without paying the $10 monthly fee.

What size Apple Watch should I get?

If you have a measuring tape, you can use it to measure your wrist. According to Apple, the 40mm and 41mm variants are best suited for wrist sizes ranging from 130mm to 200mm, while the 44mm and 45mm variants are best suited for wrist sizes ranging from 140mm to 220mm.

How much does an Apple Watch add to Verizon bill?

Verizon Apple Watch Plan

Verizon's setup is pretty straightforward: it costs $10 per month for your cellular Apple Watch with any Unlimited plan.

What can my Apple Watch do without cellular plan?

When your Apple Watch is disconnected — for example, if you're hiking in an area without Wi-Fi or cellular signal, or your iPhone is off — you can still do these things. Track your workouts. See the time and use the Alarm, Timer, and Stopwatch apps. Track your activity goals.

Do all Apple watches have Wi-Fi?

If you have Apple Watch Series 6 or later, you can connect to 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi networks. Apple Watch Series 5 and earlier, and Apple Watch SE, can connect only to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi networks. If asked, enter the password using Scribble or the Apple Watch keyboard.