Why won’t my Apple Watch series 3 send text when phone dies but will let me make calls ?
Can’t send text when cell phone dies
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The functions that are available on your Apple Watch when it is away from your iPhone depend on various factors including:
- Your Apple Watch model - Series 3 (GPS) vs Series 3 (GPS + Cellular):
- The features of your carrier service plan:
- The type of connectivity that is available to your Apple Watch at the time:
About Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular on your Apple Watch - Apple Support
Features and requirements that apply under various circumstances are detailed here, including within footnote #1 in respect of text messages:
How to use your Apple Watch without your iPhone nearby - Apple Support