My watch app won’t stop saying Checking for update but it never loads. Then when I press cancel I won’t let me pair my Apple Watch

Hello sophee_,

Thanks for asking the Apple Support Communities for help with updating your Apple Watch. I will be happy to check this out with you.

1. First, please verify you have everything set up as described in this help article: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support

• The article also mentions to try updating on your connected iPhone.

2 . Since you also mentioned you were having trouble pairing the watch to your iPhone, this article may help. If your Apple Watch isn't connected or paired with your iPhone - Apple Support

3. It's possible the issue is cause by the network you are connected to. I recommend trying while connected to a different wireless network.

• To try with another wireless network, make sure it meets these requirements: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points - Apple Support

Thanks and have a wonderful day.