Apple Watch needs an IPhone?

If I buy someone and Apple Watch do they need an IPhone?

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Posted on Nov 24, 2019 12:59 PM

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julieda

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Posted on Nov 24, 2019 1:03 PM

Yes, in order to operate the Apple Watch it must first be paired with an iPhone.

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Nov 24, 2019 1:03 PM in response to craccom

Yes, in order to operate the Apple Watch it must first be paired with an iPhone.

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