Apple Watch now supports direct cellular connections on Smart and Globe networks in the Philippines, marking a major upgrade from prior Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth-only connectivity.

Subscribers should check with their carrier for compatibility, plan requirements, and activation steps before enabling the feature.

Postpaid customers can add the service as an add-on, with the watch offering messaging, calls, music streaming, and apps directly from the wrist.

Activation and setup are done through the Watch app, selecting Cellular after carrier provisioning is completed.

This rollout lifts Philippine users onto full cellular capability, expanding what the watch can do beyond limited connectivity.

Supported models include Series 3 or later and Apple Watch SE, requiring watchOS 8.3 or newer and a cellular-capable Watch paired with an iPhone on the latest iOS.

The rollout enhances fitness tracking, travel convenience, and everyday communication by enabling full cellular features on the Apple Watch in the Philippines.

Smart offers Smart Device Link at ₱199 per month and Globe offers ONENUMBER at the same monthly rate, enabling sharing of the mobile number with the Apple Watch.