Apple Watch GPS + Cellular FAQs

With cellular connectivity activated on Apple Watch GPS + Cellular models, you can stay connected even when you don’t have your iPhone. Make calls, send texts, stream music, and do so much more using only your Apple Watch.

Cellular supported Apple Watches work with our Unlimited mobile plans.

Eligible Unlimited Plans include:

• Explore or Explore+
• Summit or Summit+
• Peak or Peak+
• Apex

Not supported plans include:

• Lifeline Mobile
• Prepaid Plans (including Unlimited multi-line)
• Shared Data Plans (No Worries Mobile and Simply Share)

See our step-by-step guide to setting up your Apple Watch GPS + Cellular.

There is no activation fee for Apple Watch, plus your first 90 days are on us. After your free introduction, the monthly rate is $10/mo. 

Currently, service is available in most areas of Alaska. View the list of areas not supported ➔

Yes, each iPhone line on your plan can add up to 3 connected Apple Watches.

Yes! Follow these steps to activate your Apple Watch with your GCI iPhone.

No, only Apple Watch GPS + Cellular has cellular connectivity capability. Only the cellular capable watch has a red ring on the Digital Crown, also known as the dial, of the watch.

Yes, Apple Watch needs to be paired to an iPhone in order to activate cellular service.

For more information on how to connect your Apple Watch to your new iPhone, visit Apple Watch support.

No, you must contact Customer Service in order to disconnect service from your Apple Watch and stop billing.