Do I have to get a separate line with my carrier in order to use my Apple Watch series 3 with cellular?
Do I have to get a separate line with my carrier for my Apple Watch Series 3 with cellular?
iPhone 7, iOS 11.2.6
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Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) has a built-in cellular capability that, under certain circumstances, can enable certain features, which do not remain available on GPS-only models, to remain available when the watch is used without the iPhone nearby.
The feature involves the built-in eSIM / embedded SIM card in the Apple Watch copying information from the paired iPhone's SIM card, including using the same phone number.
The feature requires a carrier plan for your iPhone that specifically includes support for the Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular), including the carrier activating the device on the plan:
- Set up and use cellular on Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) - Apple Support
- Use Apple Watch with a cellular network—Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) only
An activation fee and ongoing monthly cost may apply - contact your preferred carrier for details:
Apple Watch - Carriers - Apple
Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) can also be used without enabling the built-in cellular feature, in which case it functions like a GPS-only model and can be used in conjunction with a service plan for iPhone 6 or newer model of iPhone, running the latest version of iOS, from any carrier, with no need to activate the watch on the plan.