Apple has launched its Family Setup feature in India, allowing children to use cellular Apple Watches independently from iPhones. The feature enhances communication and safety, with parental controls over contacts and features such as Emergency SOS, Apple Maps, and fitness tracking. It also includes a Schooltime mode to minimize distractions during school hours. To use this feature, families need compatible Apple Watch models, a recent iPhone, and a wireless service plan.
5 Key Points
- Family Setup Feature: Children can use cellular Apple Watches without needing their own iPhone.
- Safety Features: Includes Emergency SOS, Apple Maps for navigation, and location sharing via Find People.
- Parental Controls: Parents can approve contacts and manage features such as Schooltime mode.
- Fitness Tracking: Monitors activity and fitness goals, with progress viewable by parents.
- Setup Requirements: Requires Apple Watch Series 4 or later, iPhone 8 or newer, and a wireless service plan.
