Do you need to pay extra a month to use the text and phone option? And does phone need to be near by for text, calls, music? Trying to compare this to original Galaxy Active. Thank you. null

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Armen · Accepted Answer

The LTE version is a stand alone version with cellular service that requires a service plan. The bluetooth version will require your phone nearby to make phone calls.

KenP · Answer

This version of the watch isn't the LTE version. It will need to be near the phone to receive texts and calls. It will at least need to be on wifi, although i'm not sure if that will allow you to receive texts and calls, maybe yes, maybe no. I just wanted to point out this is not the LTE version. The LTE version is releasing a little later and will be a bit more expensive and will require you to add it to your mobile plan. Not all carriers have plans for wearable tech.

Answered by KenP 6 years ago

Samsung · Answer

Hello KGENGLER, thanks for asking! With this watch you can stream Spotify and YouTube, call, text or pay right from your wrist with always-on LTE connectivity, meaning you won't need to have your phone with you. AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon all offer plans for the LTE versions of Galaxy Watch and Gear S3. Plans and connection method may vary depending on the carrier. ^Elizabeth

Answered by Samsung 6 years ago

“Do you need to pay extra a month to use the text and phone option? And does phone need to be near by for text, calls, music? Trying to compare this to original Galaxy Active. Thank you.”

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