To activate ECG on your Apple Watch outside of the United States, you need to change the region on your iPhone that is paired with the watch. Here are the steps to do that:
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap on “General”.
3. In the General settings, scroll down and select “Language & Region”.
4. Tap on “Region”.
5. Choose the region that supports ECG on Apple Watch. For example, if you are in the United Kingdom, select “United Kingdom”.
6. Save the changes by tapping on “Done” or “Save”.
By changing the region on your iPhone, you are essentially telling the device that you are located in a region where ECG on Apple Watch is supported. This will enable the ECG feature on your Apple Watch.
It’s important to note that ECG is not available in all countries due to various regulatory and certification requirements. As of now, ECG on Apple Watch is supported in the following countries:
1. United States
2. United Kingdom
3. Canada
4. Australia
5. Germany
6. France
7. Italy
8. Spain
9. Japan
10. Switzerland
Please keep in mind that this list is subject to change as Apple expands the availability of ECG to more regions. It’s always a good idea to check with Apple or your local Apple Store for the most up-to-date information on ECG support in your country.
Once you have changed the region on your iPhone, the ECG app should be available on your Apple Watch. You can access it by opening the Health app on your iPhone and navigating to the “Health Data” tab. From there, you should see an option for ECG, where you can take ECG readings using your Apple Watch.
Remember to consult with a healthcare professional if you have any concerns about your heart health or interpreting the results from the ECG feature on your Apple Watch.