Can my live activity run on Apple Watch even if I don't write a watch app?
Asked on 2024-07-30
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Yes, your live activity can run on Apple Watch even if you don't write a watch app. Starting with iOS 18 and watchOS 11, live activities from your iOS app will automatically appear in the smart stack on Apple Watch. This means that your live activity will be displayed on the Apple Watch without any additional code or a separate watch app.
For more details, you can refer to the session Bring your Live Activity to Apple Watch (05:05).
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