How to Get Sound Notifications on Both iPhone and Apple Watch

Learn how to enable sound notifications on both your iPhone and Apple Watch simultaneously with simple setup steps in the Watch app.

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To receive sound notifications on both your iPhone and Apple Watch, first ensure both devices are paired and the Watch app on iPhone is installed. Then, open the Watch app, select 'My Watch' tab, tap 'Notifications'. Toggle 'Mirror iPhone Alerts From' and select the apps you want alerts from. Make sure to enable sound alerts in the iPhone settings for these apps too. This setup allows you to receive sound notifications on both devices simultaneously.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I mirror iPhone notifications to my Apple Watch? Open the Watch app on your iPhone, go to the 'My Watch' tab, tap 'Notifications', then toggle 'Mirror iPhone Alerts From' and choose the apps you want notifications from.
  2. Why am I not getting sound notifications on my Apple Watch? Ensure your Apple Watch is paired with your iPhone, the Watch app is installed, notifications are allowed for the apps, and that sound alerts are enabled in both iPhone and Watch settings.
  3. Can I receive sound notifications on both iPhone and Apple Watch at the same time? Yes, by enabling the 'Mirror iPhone Alerts From' option in the Watch app and ensuring sound alerts are active on your iPhone, you can receive sound notifications simultaneously on both devices.