Can You Make Calls with a Samsung Smartwatch?

You can make and receive calls with your Samsung smartwatch if it’s connected to your phone via Bluetooth or a mobile network. LTE models allow calling without a phone nearby. This guide explains how UK users can make calls, answer them, and switch devices during calls.

Making Calls with Your Samsung Smartwatch

Making and answering calls on your Samsung smartwatch is convenient, provided it has a built-in microphone and speaker. For non-LTE models, ensure your watch is Bluetooth-connected to your phone. Follow these steps:

Go to the Phone app on your smartwatch.
Tap the keypad icon to dial a number or the Contacts icon to select a contact.
Tap the green phone icon to call. For Bluetooth models, the paired phone handles the call, with the watch acting as a speaker. For LTE models, tap the phone or watch icon above the green phone icon to choose the device.

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Switching Calls from Watch to Phone

You can transfer a call from your Samsung smartwatch to your phone. On Wear OS models, tap the three dots and select “Switch to Phone.” For other models, tap the middle icon to transfer the call, then use your phone as usual.

Answering Incoming Calls

Answering calls on your Samsung smartwatch is simple. Swipe the green phone icon to the right to accept a call. To reject a call, swipe the red phone icon to the left. To handle a second incoming call during an active call, follow these steps:

Step	Instruction
Step 1	Swipe the green phone icon.
Step 2	Tap “Put Current Call on Hold” or “End Current Call.”
Step 3	To switch back to the held call, tap the three vertical lines and select “Swap.”

Do You Need a Phone to Make Calls?

Most Samsung smartwatches require a Bluetooth connection to a phone to make calls, with the watch acting as a speaker. However, LTE models can make calls independently via a mobile network, thanks to an embedded LTE modem (also known as 4G). This allows calling without your phone nearby, ideal for UK users on the go. Keep your watch powered with our Samsung Watch chargers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can You Call Without a Phone?

Yes, if you have an LTE-model smartwatch with an eSIM, you can make calls without a phone. Non-LTE models require a Bluetooth connection to a phone.