What is the reasoning to have both Bluetooth and WiFi on in order for my watch series 4 to work? I seem to be having some security issues since March and I hear having Bluetooth on 24/7 puts you at risk. Can’t I just use WiFi since I’m home 24/7 these days?
its my understanding that it switches between the two to decide which one to use. I’d rather Bluetooth be off!
Apple Watch Series 4, watchOS 6
WiFi uses far more power than bluetooth. If you don't care if your watch shuts down because the battery is dead before lunch, AND your watch and phone are always connected to WiFi on the same network at all times, you could use WiFi only.
Leaving bluetooth on does not put you at significant risk. Certainly less risk than leaving WiFi on.
WiFi is not going to work when you leave the house.
The Apple Watch does not create a private WiFi connection. It and your iPhone need to be logged into the same WiFi network. When you leave the house, you will no longer be talking to your iPhone via WiFi.
If you have a cellular Apple Watch, you may be able to get away with that, but cellular radio also uses more power than Bluetooth, and when you have your iPhone with you, the Apple Watch would prefer to use Bluetooth to conserve battery, even when away from home.
Thank you. Then I’ll keep it off for now and just use WiFi which has advanced security supposedly.
If my watch battery changes it’s behavior and drains, then obviously I’ll turn the Bluetooth back on.
Thanks.
Im high risk so I’m in the house and don’t get out much at all. I’d rather stick with WiFi while I’m here and yes I do realize it won’t work when I leave which is once a week to the grocery store.
To me that’s not a big deal. I use my watch to keep an eye on my heart rate and that’s about it! Thanks for your reply.
Can I just use WiFi without Bluetooth
