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how do you set up fall detection and emergency contact on an iwatch without an iphone?

My father had a stroke. He refuses to get an iphone. He wants to keep his samsung phone and get an iwatch.

How do you set up fall detection and emergency contact on an iwatch without an iphone?

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Posted on Aug 8, 2023 2:52 PM

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Aug 9, 2023 11:07 AM in response to crymures51

Hello Ron,

When it comes to calling emergency contacts, the Apple Watch needs to be connected to an iPhone, as that is where the contacts are designated. Details can be found at Use Fall Detection with Apple Watch - Apple Support under "Set up your Medical ID and add emergency contacts".

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