Apple Watch For Your Kids

When you set up an Apple Watch for a family member, the Apple Watch will use its own phone number, so you can call or text them directly to their watch.
 
What’s required to use Apple Watch For Your Kids? 
  • Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular) or higher 
  • iPhone XS or newer, updated with latest iOS version
  • A qualifying Cricket smartphone rate plan and an Unlimited Smartwatch Plan 
  • A username and password for an iCloud account 
  • A Family Share group created on your iPhone
  • Your family member’s Apple ID (or you can also create one during Family Setup) 
Before you begin: 
  • Make sure your iPhone is updated to the latest iOS 
  • Turn on Bluetooth
  • Connect your iPhone to WiFi or Cricket cellular service 
To connect a family member’s watch to your iPhone: 
  • Set up a Family Share group with the family member you are pairing the watch for 
  • Open the Watch app on your iPhone and follow the prompts to start pairing 
  • Select “Set up Cellular” and choose “Set up for a Family Member” 
If you have not already added an Unlimited Smartwatch Plan to your account, you will be prompted to pay $10/mo. via Apple Pay, debit card or credit card to add it. (Additional taxes and fees may apply)
  • Follow prompts to enter/confirm your emergency 911 address 
  • Continue through the activation process to finish setting up your family member’s Apple Watch


 
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