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Concrete uses (no theater)
Open space : We pick up, we switch to the headphones in 1 gesture. No one looks up. Nickel.
Urban bike : OK at low speed; Beyond that, take earrings. Security, first.
Light running : LTE Watch alone, pro call that falls, you answer. No bag, no pocket, nothing.
What watch to answer the phone?
You are looking for a Watch to answer the phone Without getting the mobile out? Two clear tracks: Bluetooth (Near telephone) or LTE/ESIM (Autonomous Watch). We make it simple, we choose according to our life, not the opposite.
What connected watch to answer calls?
Desire for a Connected watch that meets calls And remains audible on the street? Priority to the microphone which isolates the voice, to the speaker that grows, and to the operator who follows in ESIM.
System or VoIP calls?
A Connected Watch Telephone call Natively manages system calls (Bluetooth/LTE). For VoIP, it depends on the apps, permissions, and sometimes … the mood of the network (honestly).
Frequent questions caught word for word
With which connected watch can we call Without smartphone? Answer: an LTE/ESIM model (Apple Watch Cellular, Galaxy Watch LTE, Pixel Watch LTE, etc.).
Need one Connected watch where we can reply easily ? Yes, in Bluetooth, as long as the phone remains within reach.
Concretely, What a connected watch to respond to calls every day ? The one whose microphone/HP you like during a real test outside. No surprise.
In practice, Connected watch answer call Means microphone + integrated speaker and a clear gesture to pick up. Nothing exotic.
In the end, a Connected watch with phone call Must be audible, stable in Bt, simple to activate in ESIM. The rest is comfort.
Useful links (go further)
Diagnose and correct disconnection →
The limits of an autonomous watch →
Simple method to choose the right one →
Fast FAQ
- Do you need an ESIM to answer the phone?
- No. In Bluetooth, the watch serves as a micro/HP as long as the smartphone is nearby. ESIM is used to answer without the smartphone.
- Can I answer a WhatsApp/Signal call?
- It depends. Some OS/App combinations allow it. Simple rule: System calls = yes; VoIP thirds = variable. Test at home.
- Is the quality of call still good?
- No. Wind, traffic, mask… complicate the capture. Hence the interest of an outdoor test before keeping the watch.
- Garmin: Are these “real” calls?
- Yes, in Bluetooth on Venu 3 / Venu 2 Plus: Micro + Integrated HP, SMS responses (Android). No esim, however.
- Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro: Autonomous?
- Yes on the LTE version (ESIM). The BT version remains dependent on the phone.
Busy experience (Express Checklist)
- In store : Make a test call outside. Listen to the echo, the breath of the wind, the clarity of your voice.
- Operator : Check the ESIM support for your model before purchase (and number twinning if there is).
- Back : Keep the withdrawal option if the capture is bad in your living spaces (noisy offices, cage staircase).
- Day 1 settings : Activate BT/ESIM, Test three contexts (street, house, office), adjust volume/vibrations/gestures.
- Useful accessory : If you speak for a long time, take BT headphones. The watch triggers, the headset ensures comfort.
Objective: no technical heroism. Just a clear call, without a hassle.
Summary – the essentials to remember
- The simplest : Apple Watch (iPhone) / Galaxy Watch (Android).
- Autonomous : LTE/ESIM versions (Apple, Samsung, Pixel, Huawei, Xiaomi).
- Long autonomy : Garmin Venu 3 / Venu 2 Plus, Amazfit Balance (BT calls).
- Mandatory IRL test : Micro + speaker + operator. Otherwise, assured disappointment.
- Avoid : Buy LTE without checking the operator, believe that all VoIP apps work the same. No.
