Are cellular Apple watches region locked
There is NO carrier lock. Any carrier in those countries who support Apple Watch can be used on a watch purchased in the US. Then there's the rest of the world.
Can I use my Apple Watch cellular in another country?
International roaming with your Apple Watch
For international roaming to work on your Apple Watch, your carrier must support VoLTE and roaming. Not all carriers support international roaming on Apple Watch and coverage in other countries is determined by your carrier.
Are cellular Apple watches unlocked?
The Apple Watches are not locked to a specific carrier, but they are regional devices. And this is only for the cellular versions. If this is a GPS only device, then it doesn't matter.
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Can I buy an Apple Watch with cellular but not use the cellular?
You may use a cellular model in GPS only mode, and activate the cellular at a later date if you so desire. To activate the cellular radio, you have to contact your iPhone cellular provider and have it added to your iPhone plan.
Are Apple watches cellular only?
There's some functionality that works without requiring cellular, or your phone being present—Apple Pay, for example, or fitness tracking—but this expands that roster even further. All models of the Apple Watch Ultra have cellular but you can get the Series 8 or SE in GPS only or cellular options.
Can I use Apple Watch cellular from USA to India?
Apple watches made and sold for the US market are specifically engineered to connect to carriers in the US, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. That does not mean India and if it doesn't work, you cannot exchange the watch in India, nor will you have any warranty on the watch in India.
Do I need roaming for Apple Watch?
Learn more about cellular data settings and usage. Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) and Apple Watch Series 4 don't support data roaming. While using data roaming on your iPhone, Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) or Apple Watch Series 4 will only be able to use Wi-Fi or your iPhone cellular connection.
Can I use Apple Watch cellular without SIM?
Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular) has an eSIM (embedded SIM) in it so there's no need to get a SIM card or transfer the SIM from another device. When you pair your Apple Watch to your iPhone, you will be prompted to set up cellular service and guided through a few simple steps.
Can I use my cellular Apple Watch without an iPhone?
When your iPhone is off or out of range, your Apple Watch can use a Wi-Fi network to send and receive data. Your watch can also connect to a cellular network if it's a cellular model.
Does Apple Watch cellular need a SIM card?
Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular) has an eSIM (embedded SIM) in it so there's no need to get a SIM card or transfer the SIM from another device. When you pair your Apple Watch to your iPhone, you will be prompted to set up cellular service and guided through a few simple steps.
What happens when you buy an Apple Watch with cellular?
With a cellular connection on Apple Watch, you can make calls, reply to messages, receive notifications, and more — even while you're away from your iPhone.
Can I use my Apple Watch cellular without iPhone?
When your iPhone is off or out of range, your Apple Watch can use a Wi-Fi network to send and receive data. Your watch can also connect to a cellular network if it's a cellular model.
Does US Apple Watch Cellular work in Europe?
A cellular watch bought in the US will only function in North America,Canada,Mexico and Puerto Rico anywhere else it will function as a GPS only watch.
Will Apple Watch cellular from Dubai work in India?
Will an Apple Watch 6 (GPS+ Cellular), that is purchased from the USA or Dubai, work in India in October 2020? Yes it will work, the models made in USA share the same LTE BAND with Indian telecom networks.
Can I buy an Apple Watch in the US and use it in Europe?
A cellular watch bought in the US will only function in North America,Canada,Mexico and Puerto Rico anywhere else it will function as a GPS only watch.
Can you use Apple Watch cellular without having iPhone?
No. The Apple Watch must be paired with an iPhone. However, with a cellular watch, the phone does not need to be nearby for most operations.
Can I use same eSIM on iPhone and Apple Watch?
It's not common to use a single eSIM (embedded SIM) simultaneously on an Apple Watch, iPad, and iPhone. Each device typically requires its own unique eSIM configuration and activation.
Does it cost extra to use Apple Watch cellular?
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.
Do I need an iPhone if I have a cellular Apple Watch?
When your iPhone is off or out of range, your Apple Watch can use a Wi-Fi network to send and receive data. Your watch can also connect to a cellular network if it's a cellular model. And if you've set up an Apple Watch for a family member, they can use a cellular or Wi-Fi connection with their watch.
How does Apple Watch cellular work?
Your Apple Watch with cellular uses the best network connection available to it—your iPhone when itʼs nearby, a Wi-Fi network that you've connected to previously on your iPhone, or a cellular connection. You can turn cellular off—to save battery power, for example.
Can I buy Apple Watch cellular in USA and use in India?
Apple watches made and sold for the US market are specifically engineered to connect to carriers in the US, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. That does not mean India and if it doesn't work, you cannot exchange the watch in India, nor will you have any warranty on the watch in India.
Will Apple Watch cellular bought in US work in UK?
Apple Watches sold in the US are designed to connect to carriers in the US, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. If you want an Apple Watch with cellular to work with cellular in the UK, buy your watch in the UK.
Can I use Apple Watch cellular bought in USA in India?
A cellular watch bought in the US will only function in North America,Canada,Mexico and Puerto Rico anywhere else it will function as a GPS only watch.
Will my Apple Watch Cellular work in Europe?
I can confirm that any cellular Apple Watch cannot work with Europe and Asia. The Apple Watch in the USA uses different cellular baseband. It can't take calls or make calls using its own cellular data, but will it work tethered to an iPhone?
How does cellular work on Apple Watch?
Your Apple Watch with cellular uses the best network connection available to it—your iPhone when itʼs nearby, a Wi-Fi network that you've connected to previously on your iPhone, or a cellular connection. You can turn cellular off—to save battery power, for example.
Can I use Apple Watch cellular without iPhone?
Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch SE, and Apple Watch Ultra 2 cellular models with an active service plan allow you to make calls, send texts, and so much more — all without your iPhone.