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Apple Watch GPS vs. Cellular: Key Differences and Trade-offs

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The Apple Watch offers two main GPS models: GPS and GPS + Cellular. The GPS-only version requires an iPhone for most functions, while the GPS + Cellular model provides greater independence by allowing calls, messages, and streaming without a paired iPhone, utilizing 4G or 5G connectivity. This cellular feature comes at an additional cost of $100 for base models and can also lead to faster battery drain, making it best suited for short periods away from the iPhone. AI

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Apple Watch GPS vs. Cellular: Key Differences and Trade-offs

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Filipe Espósito) ·

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