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Monthly fee with apple watch

I just purchased a Apple watch GPS - Do I need to add this to my cell plan? if so, is there a watch that doesnt require an additional monthly fee?

Apple Watch Series 3

Posted on Dec 15, 2017 7:42 AM

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Jonathan UK

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Posted on Dec 15, 2017 7:43 AM

No, you do not need to add the Apple Watch to your cell plan.

Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) can be used in conjunction with iPhone 5s or newer model and a service plan for your iPhone from any carrier.

Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) models do not have built-in cellular capabilities.

Any data consumed by Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) is consumed either via the paired iPhone (including Wi-Fi and cellular data) or via a direct connection between the watch and a compatible Wi-Fi network (when the watch cannot connect to the paired iPhone via Bluetooth).

A separate data plan for the Apple Watch is not required.

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