My watch will not update

My software update keeps failing. An error occurs when downloading the latest version of watchOS on my Apple Watch. I can’t even use my watch. It only pairs to my phone and that’s it.

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Posted on Aug 7, 2021 11:54 PM

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Aug 8, 2021 1:08 AM in response to Cnoeller21

Update from the watch itself.

Place the watch on the charger.

Make sure that your watch is connected to wifi.

On your watch, open the Settings app.

Tap General > Software Update.

Tap Install if a software update is available, then follow the onscreen instructions.

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