If you’re a Cricket Wireless user, you’re in for a treat! Cricket now offers support for the Apple Watch, allowing you to stay connected on the go, even when you don’t have your iPhone with you. With the Cricket Unlimited Smartwatch Plan, your Apple Watch can become an extension of your phone, giving you the freedom to roam without missing essential calls or messages. Let’s dive into everything you need to know about getting your Apple Watch up and running with Cricket!
Getting Started with Cricket and Apple Watch
Whether you’re bringing your own Apple Watch or thinking of buying one from Cricket, you can connect it seamlessly with an Unlimited Smartwatch Plan. With this plan, you can unlock various features like NumberSync, which enables your Apple Watch to use the same number as your iPhone. How cool is that?
Why Choose Cricket’s Unlimited Smartwatch Plan?
- Unlimited Data (Note: Cricket may temporarily slow data speeds during busy times)
- Unlimited voice and text
- Use the same number on both your Apple Watch and iPhone
- Seamless on-device activation
- E911 Accessibility for safety
What You Need Before You Start
NumberSync has a few requirements. Check these off first and the setup takes minutes:
- An Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular) or newer
- An iPhone XS or newer
- The latest iOS and watchOS installed on both devices
- A qualifying Cricket smartphone rate plan, plus the Unlimited Smartwatch Plan
- Your iCloud username and password to hand
Two quick preparation steps before you begin: update your iPhone to the latest version of iOS, and make sure Bluetooth is switched on and the phone is connected to Wi-Fi or Cricket’s cellular data.
Steps to Activate Your Apple Watch with Cricket
Ready to get started? Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to activate your Apple Watch with Cricket:
- Set Up a New Apple Watch: If you’re setting up a new Apple Watch, you can easily activate it with Cricket’s NumberSync and utilize the same number as your iPhone.
- Set Up for Someone Else: Want to connect the Apple Watch to someone else’s number? No worries—Cricket also allows activation for secondary users.
- Bring Your Existing Device: Already have an Apple Watch? Just bring it to Cricket, and we’ll help you activate it on the Unlimited Smartwatch Plan.
- Upgrade Your Apple Watch: Thinking of getting a new Apple Watch? No problem! You can upgrade and keep your Unlimited Smartwatch Plan active.
- Un-sync Your Watch: If you decide you no longer want your Apple Watch linked to your iPhone, you can easily un-sync it through your settings.
Setting Up NumberSync Step by Step
If you want the detailed version of that first step, here is exactly what happens when you pair a new watch:
- Power on your Apple Watch. It should enter pairing mode automatically — if it doesn’t, restart the watch.
- Open the Watch app on your iPhone and follow the prompts to begin pairing.
- When you reach the cellular step, choose Set Up Cellular, then Set Up for Myself if the watch is for you.
- If the Unlimited Smartwatch Plan isn’t on your account yet, you’ll be prompted to add it and pay with Apple Pay, a debit card or a credit card. Check Cricket’s current pricing at checkout, and note that taxes and fees may be extra.
- Enter or confirm your Emergency 911 address when asked. Don’t skip this — it’s what emergency services use to locate you.
- Work through the remaining activation prompts and your watch will come online with the same number as your iPhone.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you still have questions or need more details on activating your Apple Watch with Cricket, be sure to check out the Apple Watch Frequently Asked Questions page. It’s packed with useful info!
Need Further Assistance?
If you can’t find what you’re looking for or need additional help, Cricket has got your back. You can reach out through their Contact Us page, use their chat feature, or visit a store locator to find a Cricket store near you. Apple’s own cellular setup support page is also worth a look if the problem is with the watch rather than the plan.
In summary, activating your Apple Watch with Cricket Wireless is straightforward and lets you enjoy all the benefits of connectivity without the hassle of carrying an iPhone everywhere. Enjoy the freedom that comes with the Cricket Unlimited Smartwatch Plan, and say goodbye to missing out on important calls and texts!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cricket support Apple Watch?
Yes, through the Cricket Unlimited Smartwatch Plan. It uses NumberSync so the watch shares your iPhone number, and it covers unlimited data, voice and text on the watch line, with speeds that may be slowed at busy times.
How much does Cricket charge for an Apple Watch line?
$10 a month for the Unlimited Smartwatch Plan, and Cricket states that monthly taxes are included in that price, which is unusual: most carriers add tax on top. You also need a qualifying Cricket phone plan on the account.
How do I add an Apple Watch to my Cricket plan?
Activate it on the watch itself during setup. You need an Apple Watch Series 4 GPS + Cellular or newer, an iPhone XS or newer, current iOS and watchOS on both, a qualifying Cricket smartphone plan plus the Unlimited Smartwatch Plan, and your iCloud sign-in to hand.
Which Apple Watch models work with Cricket?
Series 4 with GPS + Cellular or later. A GPS-only watch cannot be activated on any carrier, and older cellular models fall outside what NumberSync supports.
Can I use an Apple Watch on Cricket without my iPhone nearby?
Yes, that is the point of the plan. Once NumberSync is active the watch makes and takes calls and texts on your number while the phone is elsewhere, using Cricket’s network rather than your phone’s Bluetooth connection.
Do I need a separate phone number for my Apple Watch on Cricket?
No. NumberSync shares the number you already have, so callers reach either device. Plans where the watch gets its own number are a different arrangement, sold as standalone plans, and Cricket’s smartwatch plan is not one of those.
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