With Samsung's Bluetooth and LTE smart watches, it's never been easier to talk while you walk. You can create new messages, or view incoming messages and send replies using the preinstalled Messages app, without even taking out your Galaxy phone.
Can a smartwatch work without a phone? Yes, as long as you're connected to Wi-Fi. Many smartwatches have built-in cellular connectivity to function independently of a phone but require a separate smartwatch data plan.
Do I always need my phone to use my smartwatch? Not always, although your phone needs to be on. Android Wear features such as using your smartwatch as an activity tracker, setting alarms and checking the time work without being paired with your phone. Plus, you can easily manage many of its settings on your phone.
It must be a cellular-enabled watch capable of connecting to an LTE network without being tethered to a phone. This will also require a separate data subscription, because annoyingly, my operator doesn't allow data to be shared between phone plans and watch plans.
You can use your Galaxy Watch Active without connecting to a mobile device, making it easier to use with outdoor activities like running, hiking and mountain climbing. You can setup the Galaxy Watch Active without a mobile device when it is turned on for the first time or after it has been reset.
You can set to use the Galaxy Watch Active 2 without a mobile device when you turn on the Galaxy Watch Active2 for the first time or you reset it. NOTE : Some features are not available when you using your Galaxy Watch Active2 without connecting to a mobile device.
The quick reply feature is available for most messaging apps, including WhatsApp, Telegram, Gmail, Signal and Facebook Messenger. Setting up quick replies for your Smartwatch is simple and straightforward: The first step is to open the Notify app on your Android.
For Android users (taking EMUI 9.0 as an example): Go to Settings > Notifications, select apps you want to receive notifications from, enable Allow notifications and Display in status bar, Banners, and set Lock screen notifications to Show.
With Samsung's Bluetooth and LTE smart watches, it's never been easier to talk while you walk. You can create new messages, or view incoming messages and send replies using the preinstalled Messages app, without even taking out your Galaxy phone.
When your iPhone is turned off or out of range, your Apple Watch can use a Wi-Fi network to send and receive data. Your watch can also connect to a mobile network if it's a GPS + Cellular model. And if you've set up an Apple Watch for a family member, they can use a mobile data or Wi-Fi connection with their watch.
The range of the wireless Bluetooth connection between your phone and your smartwatch can vary greatly depending on the environment. In general, you should have at least 10 meters (or 30 feet) of connectivity.
Standalone smart watches work independently and require a GSM SIM card for cellular connection.
saying you cannot operate without phone then all you have to do is to sync up the second Bluetooth. and I'm going to show you how to do that right now please make sure you have connected your first Bluetooth because most times this smart watches uses two Bluetooth.
Spacetalk Adventurer 4G Kids Smartwatch
Best for: A parent who wants to stay in touch with their child without giving them a smartphone. This smartwatch is capable of video calling, voice calling, and text messaging—but only with pre-approved contacts. It also allows for real-time tracking by parents.
In the Messages app on your Apple Watch Ultra, you can compose and send messages that contain not only text, but also images, emoji, Memoji stickers, and audio clips.
With a mobile watch, you can send and receive texts using your phone number and mobile service.
While your phone is disconnected, you will not receive text messages sent to it.
If your watch supports Wi-Fi, it can stay connected to your phone at any distance when they're both connected to the Internet. To stay connected to your phone, turn on and connect to Wi-Fi on your watch.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G allows users to use a 4G connection without needing a smartphone nearby. Users can leave their phone at home and still stream music, take calls or messages, or get notifications while out and about.
Check the Notification settings for your watch.
To check this, open the Galaxy Wearable app on the connected phone, then tap Watch settings, and then tap Notifications. Tap See all notification settings or More, and then verify the switch next to the features are turned on.
While used with a standalone plan, the Galaxy Watch won't require an Android™ smartphone or Apple® iPhone® to function after initial activation but does require the phone for certain options (e.g., software updates, email, etc.). Standalone mode can't be used with Number Share and provides limited functionality.
All of your watch's functions will be available, except for transferring music and images from your phone. Note: While Bluetooth models have remote connectivity, you must be connected to Wi-Fi for it to operate. A Samsung account is required. If prompted, sign in to your account or create a new one.