Set distance for iPhone left behind notification

Is it possible to set the distance at which a notification goes to your iWatch that your iPhone has been left behind? I seem to always be halfway around the park before I get the notification. It would be helpful to be able to set distance at (for example) 0.1 or 0.2 miles rather than nearly 1/2 a mile. Thank you!

iPhone 12 mini, iOS 16

Posted on Jun 27, 2023 7:03 PM

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Bob Timmons

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Jun 27, 2023 7:06 PM in response to cozina

Why don't you send your suggestion directly to Apple? We're users here....just like you. Apple isn't here.

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