I have a series 8 apple watch, apparently without cellular. (Gift) Can I add a sim card from my carrier to enable cellular number from carrier?

I have a series 8 apple watch, apparently without cellular. (Gift) Can I add a sim card from my carrier to enable cellular number from carrier?

Posted on Jan 30, 2023 11:48 AM

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Posted on Jan 30, 2023 11:52 AM

Hi, just confirming it's a cellular model? If it's GPS only then no, a service plan cannot be added because it does not have a cellular radio installed. Look at the crown, if there's a red circle on it then it is cellular and you would use the e-sim in the watch to setup service with your carrier. If there isn't a red circle then it's GPS only. Hope that helps!

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Jan 30, 2023 11:52 AM in response to Diamond005

Hi, just confirming it's a cellular model? If it's GPS only then no, a service plan cannot be added because it does not have a cellular radio installed. Look at the crown, if there's a red circle on it then it is cellular and you would use the e-sim in the watch to setup service with your carrier. If there isn't a red circle then it's GPS only. Hope that helps!

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I have a series 8 apple watch, apparently without cellular. (Gift) Can I add a sim card from my carrier to enable cellular number from carrier?

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