Do you need an iPhone for Apple Watch Series 5?

Normally, you need to connect your Apple Watch to iPhone first to use all the features of the device. You can buy the Apple Watch Series 5 in different variants. If you opt for the LTE version, for example, you can make phone calls with the watch without an iPhone without any problems.

Is the iPhone needed to use the Apple Watch?

The Apple Watch can also be operated without an iPhone. However, this requires an eSIM setup. This function offers, among other things, the Apple Watch 5.

1. Inquire with your provider whether it supports the eSIM function.
2. After ordering, you will usually receive a QR code by mail. Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
3. Go to "Mobile" > "Add new tariff" and "Configure mobile".
4. Now you can take a picture of the QR code and the tariff will be set up on your smartwatch.
5. However, the function has a major drawback. It is only designed to send the smart watch to the Internet for a short time. If you were to operate the Smart Watch only with the eSIM, the battery of the device would be empty after a short time.

The Apple Watch Series 5 also offers several other new features. For example, you can use the Always on Display. Damit ist, wie der Name schon sagt, das Display immer an und muss nicht extra eingeschaltet werden.