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People often ask, "Can I make phone calls on Apple Watch?" You can, but can you transfer those calls to iPhone? Apple Watch phone calls can be convenient, but they aren't private without earbuds. Learn how to transfer calls from Apple Watch to iPhone.
Why You’ll Love This Tip:
- Apple Watch calls are convenient but not necessarily private. Transferring a call to your iPhone can get you off speakerphone.
- Save your Apple Watch's battery by transferring long, battery-draining calls to your iPhone.
How to Switch Phone Call from Apple Watch to iPhone
System Requirements
This tip works on Apple Watches running watchOS 10 and later.
If you want a more private phone conversation or don't want to drain your Apple Watch battery, you can always switch your phone call from your Apple Watch to your iPhone. Don't forget to sign up for our free Tip of the Day newsletter for more tips like this.
- Answer the call by tapping the green phone button on your watch face.
![Answer the call by tapping the green phone button on your watch face.]()
- On your iPhone, tap the green icon at the top of your screen.
![On your iPhone, tap the green icon at the top of your screen.]()
- The call will now automatically transfer from your Apple Watch to the iPhone.
![The call will now automatically transfer from your Apple Watch to the iPhone.]()
The transfer is almost instantaneous, so be prepared to listen on your iPhone immediately! You can also transfer a call from your iPhone to your Apple Watch.
Pro Tip
On older iOS versions or iPhones without a Dynamic Island, the green icon may look more like this:
Now you know how to transfer calls on Apple Watch. If you have other questions, such as, "Can you answer calls on Apple Watch without phones," read this. Knowing how to transfer Apple Watch calls makes you one step closer to mastering your watch! Next, learn how to use the Apple Watch keyboard!
