Solved: Using Apple Watch independently of iPhone

esm1 · ‎17-09-2023

I am considering buying an Apple Watch SE with the built-in cellular option.

My question is: Once properly set-up with an O2 plan, can the Apple Watch cellular be used fully independently of my iPhone? i.e. Can I leave my iPhone turned off at home and use the Apple Watch to make/receive phone calls while out and about?

MI5 · ‎17-09-2023

Only on Android phones with O2 @esm1

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MI5 · ‎17-09-2023

@esm1

That's how it is supposed to work but quite a few have issues getting setup properly with O2.

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esm1 · ‎17-09-2023

Thanks for your reply. I just read that some networks need the iPhone to be ON (even when not near the Apple Watch) for the cellular function of the watch to work.

MI5 · ‎17-09-2023

Only on Android phones with O2 @esm1

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