Yes, with the Phoenix Watch you are always connected to your loved one. You can use our Two-Way Voice Calling feature to call for a simple check in, or they can call you to let you know they are running late. SMS text and Voice Messaging is included with our service plan, and our cellular service provides 4G reliable coverage just like your smartphone. While the Phoenix Watch does have the ability to both send and receive text messages, your loved one can only respond to text messages using emoji symbols while you can write full text.