What you need:

• iPhone XS or later running the latest version of iOS (check Settings > General > About to see your iPhone model and iOS version).

• Your Apple Watch (make sure it's charged!)

• A Three bill pay phone plan

Let's get started!

1. Update your iPhone: Make sure your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS (Settings > General > Software Update).

2. Connect your iPhone: Ensure Bluetooth is turned on and your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi or your mobile network.

3. Turn on your Apple Watch: Press and hold the side button until the Apple logo appears.

4. Pair your devices: Hold your Apple Watch close to your iPhone and follow the onscreen instructions. You'll use your iPhone's camera to scan the watch face.

5. Set up your watch: Choose to set up as a new watch or restore from a backup.

6. Sign in and secure: Sign in with your Apple ID and create a passcode for your watch.

7. Customise your settings: Choose your preferred settings for text size, wrist preference, and health data.

8. Activate Smartwatch Share:

• Open the My3 app on your iPhone
• If you already have Smartwatch Share, you'll be prompted to accept the service and activate it.
• If you haven't purchased Smartwatch Share yet, you can do so easily within the My3 app.

9. Wait for activation: Your smartwatch will connect to the Three network. This may take up to 30 minutes.

10. Enjoy the connection! Once activated, you can make calls, send texts, and use data, all from your watch!

Switching to a new iPhone?

If you get a new iPhone, you can easily transfer your Apple Watch and Smartwatch Share. Just make sure:

• Both your old and new iPhones are connected to Wi-Fi.
• Your Apple Watch and iPhones are at least 50% charged.
• You know your Apple Watch passcode.

Then, follow the onscreen instructions to unpair your watch from your old iPhone and pair it with your new one. You'll also need to reactivate Smartwatch Share on your new iPhone through the My3 app.

Check out Apple's support pages for detailed instructions on updating your iPhone and pairing your Apple Watch:

• How to update your iPhone

• How to pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone

Smartwatch Share lets you use your smartwatch like a phone, even when it's away from your handset! It shares your phone's data and calls allowance with your watch, so you can stay connected on the go.

It's easy! You can add Smartwatch Share:

- Through My3

- When you order a new Three plan

- While setting up your smartwatch

You can link one watch at a time. If you get a new watch, simply move the service to your new device.

You'll need a My3 account to use Smartwatch Share. Don't have one? Signing up is quick and easy!

Smartwatch Share works within the Republic of Ireland.

You'll need to have the same operating system on your phone and watch to use Smartwatch Share.

Absolutely! As long as your phone and smartwatch are compatible, you're good to go.

Yes, you'll need to pair your smartwatch with your Three bill pay phone to use Smartwatch Share.