The Apple Watch has become its own thing, more a separate, independent device over the years, but it is still tied to your iPhone — and especially when you're setting it up.

Let me show you a complete unboxing and setup process for the Apple Watch Series 8. Apple Watch Series 8 comes in two boxes.

Apple introduced Family Setup in 2020 with WatchOS 7. To use Family Setup, you need an Apple Watch Series 4 or later with cellular capabilities that you will add to your cell phone plan.

The ultimate guide for Apple Watch beginners. Follow these steps to get started with all the essential features of the smartwatch.

Now Apple Watch owners with compatible models running watchOS 11 can switch on Apple's latest health tool. Here's how to set up sleep apnea detection on your Apple Watch in six steps.

It is important to set up Apple Pay in a particular order on your devices, starting with the iPhone. You'll need a supported credit or debit card and an Apple ID signed in to iCloud; add your card ...

Resident Apple Watch expert Kate takes you through, step-by-step, how to set up your Apple Watch and the settings to change first for an optimized experience. From how to update Apple Watch ...

How to set up an Apple Watch with Family Setup and what are the perks and downsides of using a smartwatch like this.

We’ve got advice on everything from customizing your watch face to setting up fall detection.

The Apple Watch has a built-in sleep tracker, but it can be hard to find. Here’s how to access it, how to set it up so that it properly records how much sleep you’re getting, and how to ...

Here's how to set up your new Apple Watch, with tips and tricks from Engadget editors.