What still works when you leave your phone behind (2024)

FAQs

Can I disconnect my phone and still have internet? ›

Yes, you can use Wi-Fi on a deactivated phone. Even if your phone's cellular service has been cut off, the Wi-Fi functionality remains intact.

If your watch supports Wi-Fi, it can stay connected to your phone at any distance when they're both connected to the Internet. To stay connected to your phone, turn on and connect to Wi-Fi on your watch. Not all watches can connect to Wi-Fi. Try turning on Wi-Fi on your watch.

Standalone smartwatches have a built-in cellular connectivity that allows then to make calls or send messages without having it connected to a smartphone. How do you use these accessories? You can access the different functions and settings of your smartwatch by using their touchscreen, dials and buttons.

If your smartwatch is connected to Wi-Fi, and your phone has a Wi-Fi or cellular network connection, your smartphone can be anywhere you like. The Wi-Fi network doesn't have to be the same either. If your smartwatch isn't connected to Wi-Fi, keep it within 30 feet your phone.

Yes, it's definitely possible to use a phone without cell service or Wi-Fi connectivity. Here are some of the main ways to utilize your smartphone offline: Make emergency calls - All cell phones allow you to dial emergency services numbers like 911 even without an active service plan.

Can I just have a landline without the internet? Yes, you can have a landline phone without an internet connection.

When your iPhone is off or out of range, your Apple Watch can use a Wi-Fi network to send and receive data. Your watch can also connect to a cellular network if it's a cellular model. And if you've set up an Apple Watch for a family member, they can use a cellular or Wi-Fi connection with their watch.

If it's a semi-smartwatch, the kind that has to be paired to a phone for you to do anything with it beyond telling the time, then it will have to be paired to your phone no matter what. On the other hand, if it's a full smartwatch, or at least a specialty watch, you should be able to use it without your phone.

With Apple Watch with cellular and an activated cellular plan, you can stay connected even when away from your iPhone. For all other models of Apple Watch, there are still things you can do even when you are away from your iPhone and not connected to Wi-Fi.

How far away can my Smartwatch be from my phone and still be connected? The range of the wireless Bluetooth connection between your phone and your smartwatch can vary greatly depending on the environment. In general, you should have at least 10 meters (or 30 feet) of connectivity.

Do I need my phone to use my smart watch? ›

If your smartwatch has cellular connectivity and is capable of making and receiving phone calls and texts, then you can leave your phone at home and still use your smartwatch to stay connected.

This system does not require an internet connection or cellular service to function. However, some smartwatches – think the Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch and Google Pixel Watch – offer a cellular connection for additional features such as making calls and sending texts.

You can use your Galaxy Watch Active without connecting to a mobile device, making it easier to use with outdoor activities like running, hiking and mountain climbing. You can setup the Galaxy Watch Active without a mobile device when it is turned on for the first time or after it has been reset.

Do I need a data plan for smartwatches? Yes. Smartwatches make life easier, giving you the features of a cellphone all from the convenience of your wrist. To utilize all the capabilities of a smartphone, such as making calls, sending texts, location tracting, etc., you'll need a data plan.

If your watch supports Wi-Fi, it can stay connected to your phone at any distance when they're both connected to the Internet. To stay connected to your phone, turn on and connect to Wi-Fi on your watch. Not all watches can connect to Wi-Fi. Try turning on Wi-Fi on your watch.

DSL Internet

DSL, or digital subscriber line, internet uses traditional copper phone lines to provide internet service, but don't worry—you don't need to have an active phone line to get internet. DSL offers some of the best cheap internet plans but not the fastest speeds.

What else happens when I disconnect my home phone? Disconnecting your home phone line or moving it to another provider does NOT automatically disconnect your ADSL broadband if you have one set up on that phone line, although it'll stop working.

Full fibre broadband - also called fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) - uses a network of fibre-optic cables that deliver broadband right to your door, without the need for copper phone lines.