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iwatch series 2 and tried to pair it on a iphone 11, however, it loops and stuck on the message" To update the software on a apple watch first you need to update the software on your iphone". my iphone was updated on the latest version ios15.

I bought an i watch series 2 but it wont pair on my iphone 11, it stucks and loop on the message" To update the software on your apple watch first you need to update the software on your iphone".

I updated the ios to latest version which is ios15. can someone help. Thanks

iPhone 11, iOS 15

Posted on Oct 3, 2021 7:47 PM

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Posted on Oct 3, 2021 7:56 PM

The Apple Watch series 2 is not compatible with WatchOS 8. You have to use it with outdated software or buy a new watch.

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iwatch series 2 and tried to pair it on a iphone 11, however, it loops and stuck on the message" To update the software on a apple watch first you need to update the software on your iphone". my iphone was updated on the latest version ios15.

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