WearOS smartwatches have had a lot of ups and downs over the past few years. With the arrival of the original Google Pixel Watch in 2022, Google revived interest in the smartwatch operating system. The Google Pixel Watch was a good smartwatch with some flaws, but thePixel Watch 2stakes its claim as one ofthe best WearOS smartwatcheson the market.
If you buy the Pixel Watch 2 with LTE, you’re able to use it independently of a smartphone, but you need to set up LTE service.
All the safety features on the Google Pixel Watch 2
Emergency SOS, Safety Check, Safety Signal, and much more!
What does it mean to have an LTE smartwatch?
An LTE smartwatch means that the watch can access mobile data without a Bluetooth connection to your phone. This works by adding an eSIM to your smartwatch. This eSIM shares a phone number with your smartphone, so texts, calls, and notifications sync between devices. The functionality is useful since it allows you to leave your phone at home if you want to go for a run or complete a quick errand and be able to receive texts and calls.
How do I find my Pixel Watch’s eSIM identification number?
While setting up service for your Pixel Watch 2, your carrier may request your smartwatch’s eSIM identification number (EID). To find it:
How to connect your Pixel Watch 2 to LTE
To connect your Pixel Watch 2 to LTE, you need your watch and your smartphone.
Follow any on-screen instructions to finish the setup. You may also need to follow yourcarrier-specific instructionsto finish the setup.
Fix LTE activation issues
If you previously used a smartwatch with LTE but have not used the plan in a while, you may have an issue activating service on your Pixel Watch 2.
If you successfully set up the cellular plan but cannot connect to cellular data without your phone, restart your Pixel Watch by swiping down, tapping thesettings gear, and going toSystem>Restart.
Watch what you can do
The Pixel Watch 2 with LTE allows you to use your smartwatch without connecting to your smartphone. To do so, you’ll set up LTE service, which is a straightforward process. The Pixel Watch 2 has other greattips and tricksto maximize your smartwatch experience.
