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As you probably noticed during the setup process, your watch doesn’t have its own phone number; it uses the same number as your iPhone. Any calls or messages you send when your watch is iPhone-less will use your number.
Why does my Apple Watch have its own number?
Technically, the cellular Apple Watch has its own phone number assigned to it but in practice it takes on the identity of the phone number of the iPhone you set it up with. Each carrier calls it something different.
Does Apple Watch 5 have its own phone number?
No, it does not. It uses the same phone number as your paired iPhone. Even when using a different Apple Watch model that has a built-in cellular feature, it still uses the same phone number.
Does Apple Watch require a separate phone number?
Apple Watch neither needs nor supports using a separate phone number for the watch. The full range of features is available when Apple Watch and iPhone are connected. Whenever possible, the devices will connect via Bluetooth.
How do I set up my Apple Watch with my own number?
You can also set up cellular later from the Apple Watch app: On your iPhone, open the Apple Watch app. Tap the My Watch tab, then tap Cellular. Tap Set Up Cellular. Follow the instructions for your carrier. You might need to contact your carrier for help.
Can you call your iPhone from your Apple Watch?
If your cellular carrier offers Wi-Fi calling, you can use your Apple Watch to make and receive calls over Wi-Fi instead of the cellular network—even when your paired iPhone isn’t with you or is turned off. Your Apple Watch just has to be within range of a Wi-Fi network that your iPhone has connected to in the past.
Can a kid use an Apple Watch without a phone?
You can set up and manage Apple Watch for someone who doesn’t have their own iPhone—your school-aged child or parent, for example. (Your family member’s watch doesn’t have to use the same cellular carrier as the iPhone you manage it with.) See the iPhone User Guide for information about setting up Family Sharing.
Does a smartwatch have its own phone number?
Other smartwatches use a Bluetooth wireless connection linked to your phone to receive calls, send texts and perform other tasks. The Gear S can do all that on its own. The watch gets its own phone number. But calls you make and texts you send from the watch might get your watch’s number.
Does Apple Watch 6 have its own phone number?
Each watch has its own phone number, and you can approve whom kids contact. And Schooltime mode restricts app access when it’s time to study.
Can I use Apple watch without pairing with iPhone?
Essentially no. Your watch has to connect to an iphone to be of any use. Once you do pair your watch and phone and you are in a known wifi area, you can turn off Bluetooth and your watch SHOULD connect directly with wifi.
Can you answer calls on Apple watch without cellular?
A Wi-Fi or cellular connection lets your Apple Watch do the following things, even if your iPhone isn’t with you. Use Siri to get directions, send iMessages, and more. Send and receive messages. Make and answer phone calls.
Does having an Apple watch add to your phone bill?
Also will it cost more monthly? Apple Watch does not have built-in cellular capability, so does not require a separate plan or charge. Any calls placed, text messages sent and/or cellular data used by Apple Watch are provided via the paired iPhone, so are charged as part of your iPhone’s plan and bill.
Can Apple Watch 5 be used without iPhone?
Use your Apple Watch without your iPhone nearby With Apple Watch with cellular and an activated cellular plan, you can stay connected even when away from your iPhone. For all other models of Apple Watch, there are still things you can do even when you are away from your iPhone and not connected to Wi-Fi.
Do you need a separate phone plan for Apple Watch 6?
A separate cellular plan for the Apple Watch is not required.
Do I have to add a line for an Apple Watch?
Do I have to add another line if I get an Apple Watch? Apple Watch neither needs nor supports using a separate phone number / cellular plan for the watch. The full range of features is available when Apple Watch and iPhone are connected.
Do you pay 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. You only have to pay if you want to use your watch as a phone, independently of your iPhone.
Can you FaceTime on Apple Watch?
You can use FaceTime on your Apple Watch to make and receive audio calls. Apple Watches don’t allow FaceTime video calls because they don’t have a built-in camera. You can place an Apple Watch FaceTime call using Siri or your watch’s Phone app.
How far can Apple watch be from iPhone?
Normal range is around 33 feet / 10 meters, but this will vary due to wireless interference. Whenever Apple Watch can’t connect to your iPhone via Bluetooth, it will attempt, as a fallback, to connect to a trusted, compatible Wi-Fi network.
Can you use a stolen Apple Watch?
So if your watch is lost or stolen, you can use Find My to help you find it again. And thanks to Activation Lock, your Apple ID and password are required before anyone can erase your Apple Watch and use it with their iPhone. Apple Watch with GPS can use GPS and a trusted Wi-Fi connection.
