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Apple I Watch Update when?

My Apple I watch indicated that I update at night when watch is (off?/ not in use) Can I update other times by simply turning OFF? Concerned about the recent security announcement and want to do Now. thank you for your advice.


Posted on Mar 12, 2021 11:39 AM

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Posted on Mar 12, 2021 11:46 AM

NancyMulCon wrote:
Can I update other times by simply turning OFF?

No, you have to "Leave your Apple Watch on its charger while the update completes. Don't restart your Apple Watch, and don't quit the Watch app. When the update completes, your Apple Watch restarts on its own."


All of the required steps are listed in Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support.

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Mar 12, 2021 11:46 AM in response to NancyMulCon

NancyMulCon wrote:
Can I update other times by simply turning OFF?

No, you have to "Leave your Apple Watch on its charger while the update completes. Don't restart your Apple Watch, and don't quit the Watch app. When the update completes, your Apple Watch restarts on its own."


All of the required steps are listed in Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support.

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