My watch was paired with an iPhone that is now no longer operable
How can I unpair my watch from an old phone that is no longer functional and then pair it to my new phone?
Apple Watch SE, watchOS 7
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How can I unpair my watch from an old phone that is no longer functional and then pair it to my new phone?
Apple Watch SE, watchOS 7
Read the Related Article listed above your post.
Read and follow the instructions in this section: Erase Apple Watch if you don't have its paired iPhone
Read the Related Article listed above your post.
Read and follow the instructions in this section: Erase Apple Watch if you don't have its paired iPhone
On your watch, go to settings > general > reset > erase all content and settings. Follow the instructions on your watch to finish erasing it, then you can set it up normally with your phone.
My watch was paired with an iPhone that is now no longer operable