Can you use a smartwatch without a cell phone?

Independently of which of the numerous smartwatches you have chosen, you usually have to pair it with your smartphone. This is necessary in order to be able to install more apps on the Watch or to store data in the long term. However, a smartwatch can also be used without a cell phone with restrictions.

How to use your smartwatch without a cell phone

After buying a smartwatch, you usually need to pair it with your smartphone. This is necessary to be able to set up the watch. In addition, you need the cell phone to install additional apps on the watch. If you basically want to use the smartwatch without a cell phone, this can severely limit you in the functionality of the watch. However, it is easily possible to disconnect the watch from the smartphone, at least for the time of jogging or swimming.

1. Smartwatch and cell phone do not always have to be right next to each other. Usually, the devices are automatically synchronized as soon as the cell phone is again in the vicinity.
2. The range of functions is limited only for this time. Jedoch können Sie beispielsweise immer Musik abspielen.
3. Haben Sie dagegen eine Smartwatch mit integriertem WLAN oder LTE, können Sie weitaus mehr Funktionen nutzen.
4. Weitere Funktionen, die Sie auch ohne Handy nutzen können, ist die Messung der Herzfrequenz. Bei Nutzung der Apple Watch können Sie alle Funktionen verwenden, mit denen Sie Ihren Gesundheitszustand während des Sports beobachten.