Why won’t my stand alone watch connect to Wi-Fi?
Anyone else have a problem connecting a stand alone watch to Wi-Fi calling?
Apple Watch SE, watchOS 9
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Anyone else have a problem connecting a stand alone watch to Wi-Fi calling?
Apple Watch SE, watchOS 9
I wasn't aware that Watch supported Wi-Fi Calling. It would certainly be controlled by your cellular provider if it did.
If you are having trouble connecting to Wi-Fi itself then consult this article
Connect your Apple Watch to Wi-Fi - Apple Support
I cannot get my Watch to do anything at all in Wi-Fi unless the iphone is nearby. I have reported it at
Unless someone else knows why this doesn't work...
Use Apple Watch without its paired iPhone – Apple Support (UK)
Why won’t my stand alone watch connect to Wi-Fi?