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Cellular Apple Watch instead of Cell Phone

I would like to get a cellular capable apple watch for my middle school child, instead of a cell phone. Is this possible without owning a cell phone? Has anyone successfully used an apple watch as a standalone cellular device? Thanks

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Posted on Nov 23, 2019 8:39 AM

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Posted on Nov 23, 2019 9:54 AM

The Apple Watch shares the iPhone phone number, so it needs an iPhone. The cellular company charges a monthly fee to share the phone number. U.S. carriers charge $10 per month.


It is not a good idea to use your own iPhone, as then your child will get your phone calls, your text messages, you email, your contacts, etc...


A Cellular Apple Watch can be used away from its iPhone, but it absolutely needs its own iPhone to function.

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Nov 23, 2019 9:54 AM in response to apthyinspired

The Apple Watch shares the iPhone phone number, so it needs an iPhone. The cellular company charges a monthly fee to share the phone number. U.S. carriers charge $10 per month.


It is not a good idea to use your own iPhone, as then your child will get your phone calls, your text messages, you email, your contacts, etc...


A Cellular Apple Watch can be used away from its iPhone, but it absolutely needs its own iPhone to function.

Cellular Apple Watch instead of Cell Phone

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