Updated on March 20, 2022 If you've got a new Apple Watch you need to connect to an iPhone, there are a few steps you must complete before
you can use it. This article explains how to pair a new Apple Watch to an existing iPhone automatically and manually and what to do when pairing won't work. How Do I Connect My iPhone to My Watch?If you have an existing iPhone and need to connect a new Apple Watch, follow these steps for the quickest set up: These instructions apply to an Apple Watch running watchOS 8 or higher and iPhone running iOS 15 or higher. For earlier versions of either device, the basic concepts apply, but some specific actions or onscreen buttons may be different.
How Do I Manually Pair My Apple Watch?In some cases, you can't pair the new Apple Watch to your iPhone automatically and will need to do it manually. In that case, follow these steps:
Why Is My Apple Watch Not Pairing With My iPhone?If neither option is working and you can't pair Apple Watch with iPhone, here are some potential causes and solutions:
FAQ
Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Why won't my Apple Watch connect to my phone?Press and hold the Digital Crown until you see the red Reset button. Tap Reset, then tap Reset again to confirm. After Apple Watch unpairs completely, you can pair again. Remember that you'll need the Apple ID and password that were used to set up the watch.
How do I pair an already paired Apple Watch?After your watch restarts, firmly press the screen or press and hold the Digital Crown. Tap Reset. After your watch resets, you can pair it with your iPhone. Bring your iPhone near your watch, then follow the on-screen instructions.
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