New series 5 watch
Does my series 3 watch have to be set to factory settings prior t setting up the new watch?
Apple Watch
Does my series 3 watch have to be set to factory settings prior t setting up the new watch?
Apple Watch
No. Just pair your new watch with your iPhone. Check to see that everything looks OK.
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No. Just pair your new watch with your iPhone. Check to see that everything looks OK.
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No, not necessarily according to: Set up and pair Apple Watch with iPhone - Apple Support.
Read that Support Article, since you can pair your iPhone with more than one watch, it depends upon what you intend to do with the Series 3 Watch.
New series 5 watch