How do I get WhatsApp on the Apple Watch?

The instant messenger WhatsApp is one of the most popular apps for the smartphone. You can get the application for both Android and iOS devices. If you want to be able to receive and reply to WhatsApp messages on your Apple Watch, then you need to set up the app beforehand.

How to use WhatsApp on the Apple Watch

The Apple Watch is usually paired with your smartphone or iPad during setup. However, with the newer models, you no longer need a separate smartphone to access the Internet or make calls, for example. Still, pairing is a good idea, as it makes some functions easier. For the Watch itself, however, there are still only certain apps, since not all developers also offer apps for WatchOS.

1. About detours, it is also possible to use WhatsApp on the Apple Watch. However, since no special version of the app for WatchOS has been developed yet, this is only possible with cutbacks.
2. You can not send new messages via the Apple Watch, but it is possible to reply to incoming messages.
3. In addition, you must activate the option via the "Watch" app > "My Watch" > "Messages", which allows you to receive push messages on the Watch. Denn nur so können Sie diese auch beantworten.
4. Auch Fotos können Sie sich nicht über die Watch ansehen, jedoch werden Sie darüber informiert, dass ein Foto gesendet wurde.