Should I get a GPS or a mobile Apple Watch?
In terms of battery life, the GPS-only variant offers longer battery life compared to the cellular variant with a cellular chip. Since the outdoor GPS-only model does not require an Internet connection over LTE and uses Bluetooth, it may offer longer battery life.
Need a data plan for Apple Watch?
A separate cellular plan for Apple Watch is not necessary. Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) can be used with an iPhone 5s or later iPhone model (running the latest version of iOS) and an iPhone service plan from any carrier.
Can you answer calls on Apple Watch GPS?
Yes. Like all other watches, you can answer calls and messages. If you buy the GPS version only, you need the iPhone nearby, or when the iPhone is not nearby, you need to connect the watch to WiFi and the paired iPhone also needs to be connected to cellular data or to WiFi.
Can Apple Watch GPS receive text messages?
Yes – all Apple Watch models, including Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) – can be used to send and receive text messages and make and receive calls when your iPhone is nearby and connected to a cellular network , and possibly also in certain other circumstances (see below):
What is the difference between an Apple Watch with and without cellular?
Answer: A: Answer: A: The only difference between the 2 is that the cellular version can be used for calls, messages and data without the iPhone present. The GPS model has the same functionality as the cellular model, but the iPhone must be present and connected.
What does GPS mean for Apple Watch only?
The GPS watch does not receive calls, emails, SMS, etc. only when it is near your cell phone. It is then similar to Series 1 and 2. With the GPS/Cellular model, you actually activate a phone line on the watch and this can work when your phone is not in your possession. Answered by Toby 2 years ago.
Which Apple Watch has the best battery life?
Apple Watch Series 6: 6 p.m.
Do you wear your Apple Watch to sleep?
Wear your watch to bed and Apple Watch can track your sleep. When you wake up, open the Sleep app to see how much sleep you’ve had and see your sleep trends over the past 14 days. When to activate sleep mode, which limits distractions before bed and protects your sleep after sleeping.