How do I activate eSIM on my Apple Watch

Steps to download your eSIM:Make sure your phone is turned on and nearby.Turn on your new Apple Watch®.Open the Watch app on your phone.Follow the prompts to pair Apple watch with your phone.Follow the prompts to set up cellular service using NumberSync.

How do I add eSIM from iPhone to Apple Watch?

* Here's how:

1. On your iPhone, open the Apple Watch app.
2. Tap the My Watch tab, then tap Cellular.
3. Your Apple Watch should automatically switch to the carrier that your iPhone is using. If you need to add a new plan, tap Add a New Plan, then follow the onscreen steps.

How do I activate my Apple Watch cellular?

Open the app on your iPhone, tap the My Watch tab, tap Cellular, then scroll to the Cellular Data Usage section. To turn your cellular connection on or off, swipe up from the watch face to open Control Center. Tap the cellular button , then turn Cellular on or off.
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Where do I find the eSIM number on Apple Watch?

From the Watch

1. Press the. Digital Crown. on your watch to see your apps.
2. Tap the. Settings icon. .
3. General. .
4. About. then scroll down. The SIM card number appears in the ICCID field.

Can I use same eSIM on iPhone and Apple Watch?

Yes, you can use one eSIM on an Apple Watch, iPad, and iPhone as long as your carrier supports this feature. Apple's eSIM technology allows you to activate a single mobile data plan across multiple devices, making it convenient for users.

How do I know if my Apple Watch is cellular?

Look at the round digital crown on the side of the watch. Does it have a round red circle? If yes, it's GPS+ Cellular. If no, it's GPS only.

Can you have Dual SIM on Apple Watch?

If you set up Dual SIM on your iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, or iPhone XR or later, you can add both cellular plans on your Apple Watch Series 4 or later, as long as each plan is eligible and from a supported carrier. You can set up one plan when you set up your watch for the first time.

Why is my Apple Watch not activating cellular?

Check to see if Airplane mode is activated on your Apple Watch or paired iPhone. If Airplane mode is on, turn it off to reactivate cellular connectivity. Check for updates to your carrier settings. Check your cellular carrier settings are up to date.

What happens if you don’t activate cellular on Apple Watch?

Cellular is not required to make or take calls or send or receive messages. However, you will need either the paired iPhone nearby, or if the iPhone is not nearby, a Wifi connection for the watch, and for the paired iPhone to be on, and have a cellular data connection or wifi available as well.

Why is eSIM not showing on Apple Watch?

In case the "Mobile Data" tab is missing, your Apple Watch might not be compatible with eSIM. One has to make sure they are running latest version of watchOS. To determine if your Apple Watch is eSIM compatible, you can initiate the Watch app on your iPhone, and select the "Mobile Data" tab.

How do I know if my eSIM is activated?

Open the “Settings” app on your Android device. Scroll down and tap the “Network & Internet” or “Connections” option, depending on your device. Look for the “SIM cards” or “Dual SIM & eSIM” option and tap on it. If you see an option for the eSIM that shows “Connected” or “Active,” it means your eSIM is activated.

Do I need a separate eSIM for Apple Watch?

Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular) has an eSIM (embedded SIM) in it so there's no need to get a SIM card or transfer the SIM from another device.

Do all Apple watches have cellular?

All models of the Apple Watch Ultra have cellular but you can get the Series 8 or SE in GPS only or cellular options. There's a particular benefit to fitness users: runners can, for example, stream music from Apple Music or another service, rather than fussing with syncing music to the Watch's local storage.

Can I use eSIM for both phone and watch?

However, keep in mind that you can only use one device at a time with the eSIM, as the eSIM is locked to the device it was activated on. You can use a single eSIM on the iPhone and the Apple Watch. However, you'll need to apply for a new eSIM for the iPad.

How long does it take for Apple Watch to activate cellular?

On your Apple Watch's Watch face swipe up from the bottom, tap on the Cellular icon, and make sure Cellular is on. It may take up to five minutes to connect to Cellular.

Can you activate cellular on Apple Watch later?

You can activate cellular when you first set up your Apple Watch, or when you set up a watch for a family member. During setup, look for the option to set up cellular, then follow the onscreen steps. You can also set up cellular later from the Apple Watch app: On your iPhone, open the Apple Watch app.

Do I need to activate Apple Watch cellular?

No, you do not have to activate cellular service. Without cellular service, it will work like the GPS model.

Why doesn’t my Apple Watch have a cellular option?

Only Series 3 and Series 4 have standalone cellular versions, distinguished by a red dot or a red ring on the Digital Crown. If the watch doesn't have red on the crown it doesn't have standalone cellular.

Is eSIM automatically activated?

If your cellular carrier supports eSIM Carrier Activation, eSIMs are installed automatically when activating your iPhone over Wi-Fi or cellular. Because eSIMs are automatically installed using eSIM Carrier Activation during device activation, there is no need to use MDM to install eSIMs during initial device setup.

Why is my eSIM not activated?

Because the "Unable to Activate eSIM" is appearing during the combined installation/activation flow, it usually means your device is unable to INSTALL your eSIM. This is often because you don't have a stable internet connection to download and install your eSIM (digital SIM card).

Can I use Apple Watch eSIM without iPhone?

If your Apple Watch is connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data

With a Wi-Fi or mobile data connection, your Apple Watch can do the following things, even if your iPhone isn't with you. Make and answer phone calls. Send and receive messages. Use Siri to get directions, send iMessages and more.

Does Apple Watch cellular need a SIM card?

Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular) has an eSIM (embedded SIM) in it so there's no need to get a SIM card or transfer the SIM from another device. When you pair your Apple Watch to your iPhone, you will be prompted to set up cellular service and guided through a few simple steps.

Can I use my Apple Watch cellular without iPhone?

If your Apple Watch is connected to Wi-Fi or cellular

With a Wi-Fi or cellular connection, your Apple Watch can do the following things, even if your iPhone isn't with you. Make and answer phone calls. Send and receive messages. Use Siri to get directions, send iMessages, and more.

Why won’t my cellular activate on my Apple Watch?

Make sure that you have the latest software on your iPhone and your Apple Watch. Check for updates to your carrier settings. Make sure that you have an eligible cellular service plan with a supported carrier.

What happens if I don’t activate cellular on Apple Watch?

Cellular is not required to make or take calls or send or receive messages. However, you will need either the paired iPhone nearby, or if the iPhone is not nearby, a Wifi connection for the watch, and for the paired iPhone to be on, and have a cellular data connection or wifi available as well.

How do I know if my Apple Watch has cellular?

Look at the round digital crown on the side of the watch. Does it have a round red circle? If yes, it's GPS+ Cellular. If no, it's GPS only.