Let's dive right in. Before anything at all,
you need to unpair your Apple Watch from your previous phone for you to be able to pair with your phone
. So, the first thing you want to do is unpair and wipe out every detail on your Apple Watch. Once unpaired, the Apple Watch automatically returns to its factory settings.
How do I replace my old Apple Watch with a new one?
On your Apple Watch,
tap Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings
. Type your password if prompted. For GPS + Cellular models, choose to keep or remove your cellular plan. If you want to pair your Apple Watch and iPhone again, keep your plan.
Why won't my Apple Watch connect to my new phone?
Open the Settings app on your watch, then tap General > Reset. Tap Erase All Content and Settings, then tap again to confirm. Wait for the watch to unpair. After the Apple Watch unpairs completely, you can pair again.
Should I unpair my old Apple Watch before pairing a new one?
Unless you're keeping both Watches, you need to unpair your old one
. Once that's done, however, your old Watch has been cut free from your iPhone, and you can give it away or sell it as you need.
Why is my watch not connecting to my phone?
If you're having issues connecting your watch and phone, please begin by
making sure that your phone's OS version is compatible (Android 6.0+ and iOS 10.0+) and that the Wear OS by Google app is up-to-date
. Then, check if you have activated Bluetooth on your phone, disable, and re-enable it.
Why is the pairing failed on Apple Watch?
Keep your Apple Watch and paired iPhone close together to make sure that they're in range
. On your iPhone, make sure that Airplane Mode is off and that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are on. To check, swipe up to open Control Center. on your watch face, Airplane Mode is on.
How do you unpair an Apple Watch without the old phone?
- Put your Apple Watch on its charger.
- Press and hold the side button as if you were going to power it down.
- Do a firm press on the POWER OFF slider and let go.
- Tap Erase all content and settings.
How do I activate my new Apple Watch?
To turn on your Apple Watch, press and hold the side button until you see the Apple logo. Bring your iPhone near your Apple Watch, wait for the Apple Watch pairing screen to appear on your iPhone, then tap Continue. Or open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, then tap Pair New Watch. Tap Set Up for Myself.
How do you switch Apple watches?
- Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
- Tap on My Watch if you're not already in that tab.
- Tap on your existing watch at the top of the screen.
- Tap Pair New Watch.
- Pair your new Apple Watch.
Does unpairing erase Apple Watch?
Why won't my Apple Watch pair and update?
If the update won't start,
open the Watch app on your iPhone, tap General > Usage > Software Update, then delete the update file
. After you delete the file, try to download and install watchOS again. Learn what to do if you see ‘Cannot Install Update' when updating Apple Watch.
Why does it keep saying pairing failed?
If your Bluetooth devices won't connect, it's likely because
the devices are out of range, or aren't in pairing mode
. If you're having persistent Bluetooth connection problems, try resetting your devices, or having your phone or tablet “forget” the connection.
How do I get my Apple Watch off my broken phone?
Open Find My iPhone and select All Devices (at the top). Then click your Apple Watch, select ‘Erase Apple Watch', and select Next until the device is erased. Finally click “X” next to remove your Apple Watch.
