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How can I get my Apple Watch to make and receive phone calls thru cellular when I am not in a WiFi zone and my iphone is not on my person?

Can't get my new Apple Watch (series 6) to work in a cellular mode when I don't have my cellphone on my person.

Both Apple and Verizon (my carrier) claim that they have set up my Watch completely.


Posted on Aug 17, 2021 5:14 PM

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Posted on Aug 17, 2021 7:16 PM

Hello, please review the following:


Set up cellular on Apple Watch - Apple Support


Use your Apple Watch without your iPhone nearby - Apple Support

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How can I get my Apple Watch to make and receive phone calls thru cellular when I am not in a WiFi zone and my iphone is not on my person?

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