The Apple Watch has a feature called Walkie Talkie, which lets you have a one-on-one conversation with anyone who has a compatible Apple Watch. Here’s how to use it in watchOS 26:
Setting Up and Using Walkie-Talkie
- Open Walkie-Talkie: Locate the app in your app list (yellow icon).
- Add a Friend: Tap “+ Add Friends” and select a contact. The name remains grey until they accept the invitation.
- Start a Conversation: Tap the friend’s name.
- Talk: Touch and hold the button, say your message, and release the button to let the friend hear it.
- Adjust Volume: Turn the Digital Crown while speaking.
Managing Availability
- Turn On/Off: Open the Walkie-Talkie app and toggle the button at the top of the screen.
- Control Center: Tap the Walkie-Talkie icon in the Control Center to quickly toggle it on or off.
- Theater Mode/Do Not Disturb: If Theater Mode is active, you are automatically unavailable.
