Does quick start require unpairing watch

When using quick start to transfer data to new iPhone do I need to unpair Apple Watch first.

iPhone 13 Pro

Posted on Jun 3, 2022 12:20 PM

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Posted on Jun 4, 2022 12:55 PM

Hi Stephen 1964,


You would not need to unpair your Apple Watch first.


During the setup process you'll be prompted if you want to use your Apple Watch with your new iPhone.


See more info here: How to pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone

Set up your new iPhone

Set up your new iPhone. When asked if you have an iCloud or iTunes backup, choose your most recent backup to restore your data from your old device to your new device. Make sure that your iPhone and Apple Watch are up to date; if they aren't, you might not see your backup in the list. 

If your iPhone asks if you want to use your Apple Watch, tap Continue. If it doesn't ask, you can still set up your Apple Watch manually in the next step. Get help if your iPhone doesn't ask if you want to use your Apple Watch.

Cheers!

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Jun 4, 2022 12:55 PM in response to Stephen 1964

Hi Stephen 1964,


You would not need to unpair your Apple Watch first.


During the setup process you'll be prompted if you want to use your Apple Watch with your new iPhone.


See more info here: How to pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone

Set up your new iPhone

Set up your new iPhone. When asked if you have an iCloud or iTunes backup, choose your most recent backup to restore your data from your old device to your new device. Make sure that your iPhone and Apple Watch are up to date; if they aren't, you might not see your backup in the list. 

If your iPhone asks if you want to use your Apple Watch, tap Continue. If it doesn't ask, you can still set up your Apple Watch manually in the next step. Get help if your iPhone doesn't ask if you want to use your Apple Watch.

Cheers!

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