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Apple Watch and message

My Apple Watch will not let the iPhone make a ringer sound when I receive a message

iPhone XS, iOS 16

Posted on May 26, 2023 2:44 PM

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Posted on May 26, 2023 2:46 PM

If your iPhone screen is locked (not in use), and you are wearing your Apple Watch that is correct. You get notifications on either your Apple Watch OR your iPhone, but NOT both. This is by design.


Read this link --> Notifications on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


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Apple Watch and message

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