Notifications when phone is half a mile away

OK, so, I'm wearing my Ultra today at work, as usual. We have more than one site on the estate. I walked to another site half a mile away but forgot my iPhone.

I was surprised to still receive text & email notifications on my watch though. I thought the 2 had to be Bluetoth connected!!

& no it isn't a cellular watch. I'm guessing something to do with the company WiFi.

Posted on Jun 3, 2024 7:54 AM

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2 replies

BobHarris

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Jun 3, 2024 8:02 AM in response to Shaun Bromley

Yes, WiFi will be use if out of Bluetooth range. If the same network, and both have access via WiFi, then across the local network. Else if both have internet access then across the internet.

Jun 3, 2024 8:16 AM in response to BobHarris

Thanks

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