Does the workout app work when airplane mode is selected?

Well, that's the question. Does the watch lose most functionality similar to an iPhone when it's in airplane mode?

Posted on Dec 8, 2015 1:59 AM

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Dec 8, 2015 5:02 AM in response to Modesto Bruce

Hi Bruce


The Workout app can still be used when Apple Watch is in Airplane Mode (and the Activity app also continues to operate).


When estimating the results of any workouts that are recorded during that time, the watch will rely on its own sensors, as it will be unable to access additional data that may otherwise be available from the paired iPhone (eg distance and speed information calculated via Location Services / GPS).

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