To use cellular only on your Apple Watch, you can follow these steps:
1. Activate Cellular: Ensure that your Apple Watch GPS + Cellular model is set up with a cellular plan from a supported carrier. You may need to contact your carrier to activate cellular service on your watch.
2. Enable Control Center: On your Apple Watch, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access Control Center. This is where you can manage various settings, including cellular.
3. Turn on Cellular: In Control Center, tap the Cellular button to enable cellular connectivity. This will allow your Apple Watch to connect to cellular networks independently, even when your iPhone is out of range or turned off.
4. Disable Bluetooth: If you want to use cellular only and not rely on your iPhone’s connection, you can turn off Bluetooth on your iPhone. This will ensure that your Apple Watch uses cellular for all communications and data transfers.
5. Manage Cellular Settings: You can further customize your cellular settings by going to the Settings app on your Apple Watch. From there, you can control which apps are allowed to use cellular data, set data limits, and manage other related options.
6. Monitor Cellular Usage: Keep an eye on your cellular usage to avoid exceeding any data limits set by your carrier. You can find this information in the Settings app on your Apple Watch or by checking your carrier’s account management tools.
It’s worth noting that using cellular on your Apple Watch may incur additional charges from your carrier, as it requires a separate cellular plan. You should check with your carrier for details on pricing and availability.
Using cellular on your Apple Watch can be particularly useful in situations where you don’t have your iPhone with you or when you want to stay connected while leaving your phone at home. However, keep in mind that cellular connectivity on the Apple Watch is limited compared to a full-fledged smartphone, so certain features and capabilities may be more limited.
The ability to use cellular on your Apple Watch provides added convenience and independence, allowing you to stay connected even without your iPhone nearby.