Do all apple wrist band watches have to have cell phone nearby
Do all Apple watches require using cell phone nearby
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No. The GPS+Cellular version does not require an iPhone nearby once it is setup. The GPS only version will work (although some functions will be limited) and then will "sync" with the iPhone when it is brought nearby.
Use your Apple Watch without your iPhone nearby - Apple Support
About Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular on your Apple Watch - Apple Support
Set up cellular on Apple Watch - Apple Support
