Why didn’t Apple call it the iWatch?
If the product were called an “iWatch,” that brand would communicate that Apple’s new product is more of a gadget than an actual watch.
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Was Apple Watch called iWatch?
The device was not branded as “iWatch”, which would have put it in line with its product lines such as iPod, iPhone, and iPad.
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Can every Apple Watch call?
Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE, and Apple Watch Ultra cellular models with an active service plan allow you to make calls, send texts, and so much more — all without your iPhone.
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Is The Apple Watch accurate with calorie count?
The accuracy of Apple Watch’s calorie tracking relies on factors like your personal data, heart rate, and movement. While it’s among the best in wearables, there can be a slight margin of error, which is around 20% overestimation.
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What is an iWatch called?
Apple Watch is a wearable smartwatch that allows users to accomplish a variety of tasks, including making phone calls, sending text messages and reading email.
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What is Apple Watch name?
On your iOS device, open the Apple Watch app and tap the My Watch tab. Go to General > About. Tap the first line, which shows the name of your device.
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Can I give my kid an Apple Watch without a phone?
With Family Setup, your family member who doesn’t have their own iPhone can use their Apple Watch to do things like make phone calls, send messages, and share their location with you.
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Is The Apple Watch water proof?
Your Apple Watch is water resistant, but not waterproof. For example, you can wear and use your Apple Watch during activities such as exercise (exposure to sweat is OK), walking in rain, and washing your hands.
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Do Apple watches have SIM cards?
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.
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Can I get WhatsApp on Apple Watch?
There’s no official WhatsApp app for the Apple Watch. However, you can reply to messages through the Apple Watch’s notifications system.
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Does Apple Watch have fingerprint?
No, the Apple Watch does not include Touch ID hardware to authenticate the user with a fingerprint
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Can I use Apple Watch with Android?
Since the Apple Watch is not compatible with Android, you need to use it as a standalone smartwatch.
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Can Apple Watch be used for kids?
You can set up and manage Apple Watch for someone who doesn’t have their own iPhone—your school-aged child or parent, for example. To do so, you must be the family organizer or parent/guardian in your Family Sharing group.
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Is Watch chat free?
You can use the app for free forever, but if you want to support the app’s further development, the “Support WatchChat Development” subscription CAN be purchased for free users to access the “Contacts” and “Status” sections and will grant access to future additions.
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Can you swim with Apple Watch?
Apple Watch Series 2 and later can be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean, but you shouldn’t use models other than Apple Watch Ultra for diving, water skiing, or other activities involving submersion below shallow depth or high-velocity water.
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Which Iwatch series is best?
The best Apple Watch is the Apple Watch Series 8 based on pricing, features, and battery life.
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Which Apple Watch has ECG?
The ECG app can record your heartbeat and rhythm using the electrical heart sensor on Apple Watch Series 4, Series 5, Series 6, Series 7, Series 8 or Ultra* and then check the recording for atrial fibrillation (AFib), a form of irregular rhythm.
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Can you FaceTime with Apple Watch?
Open the Phone app on your Apple Watch. Tap Contacts, then turn the Digital Crown to scroll. Tap the contact you want to call, then tap the phone button. Tap FaceTime Audio to start a FaceTime audio call, or tap a phone number.
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How long do Apple watches last?
While the device might keep working and can still be paired to an iPhone after Apple ends support, a lack of updates makes it a security risk. That means the end of life should really be thought of as three to five years, even if the Apple Watch is in perfect condition.
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Does Apple Watch track blood pressure?
The smartwatch isn’t equipped to measure your blood pressure alone, but there are tools and devices you can pair it with it that can — usually wireless monitors that connect to your iPhone or Apple Watch and come with an arm cuff and their own app.