You might think that to use your Apple watch as a pedometer you need to lug your iPhone with you, but you don't. You can view your total steps just by wearing the watch solo. The built-in pedometer feature will track total steps, total distance walked, flights of stairs climbed, and calories burned.11 Jul 2019
Does Apple Watch track steps when away from phone?
Apple has two built-in fitness apps called Activity and Workout, and both work away from the iPhone. You can measure heart rate, too. Activity tracks steps, time spent standing, and active exercise. The only thing you can't do away from your iPhone is track your walk or run with GPS: that requires your iPhone.18 Apr 2015
Does Apple Watch track steps all day?
The Activity app on your Apple Watch keeps track of your movement throughout the day and encourages you to meet your fitness goals. The app tracks how often you stand, how much you move, and how many minutes of exercise you do. Note: Your Apple Watch is not a medical device.
Does Apple Watch track steps if not on wrist?
Your Apple Watch utilizes its Accelerometer sensor to track the motion of your arm to estimate the step counts. This is because the accelerometer has been calibrated to estimate step counts from the arms motion. When the watch isn't on the wrist, inaccurate step tracking is expected.13 Oct 2021
Does Apple Watch track steps with hand in pocket?
Apple Watch can track steps with hands in your pocket. You can also wear your watch on your ankle for more accurate step tracking.13 Oct 2021
Do you have to swing your arm for Apple Watch?
To make sure that you earn Exercise credit during walks, allow the arm with your Apple Watch to swing naturally. For example, while walking your pet, let the arm with your watch swing freely while the other holds the leash.