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Apple Watch, Series 3, Internet Connection when Pairing

Hi there, I have been trying to pair/connect my Apple Watch (Series 3) to my new phone (13 Pro Max), but have been unsuccessful. Once the phone almost finishes downloading the OS 8.7.1. update to the watch, I get an alert that says there is no internet connection (even though I do have a connection). I have tried 2 internet connections, my home and work, thinking this would help.


I have also tried:

...turning both the phone and watch on and off

...resetting the network settings on the phone, resetting the watch

... tried pairing from scratch multiple times

...deleted and redownloaded the Watch app

... closed and disconnected all the apps in the background

...disabled other bluetooth devices

... tried turning the airplane mode on and off, in addition to turning on and off after restarting the phone


Anyone else have this issue recently? Any insight in appreciated!


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Posted on Oct 17, 2022 8:44 AM

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Oct 18, 2022 5:00 PM in response to KlimczakRN

Hi KlimczakRN,


If your Apple Watch gets stuck when pairing it to your iPhone follow How to pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone:


  1. "Press and hold the Digital Crown and the side button at the same time until your watch restarts. Then release the Digital Crown and side button.
  2. After your watch restarts, firmly press the screen or press and hold the Digital Crown.
  3. Tap Reset.
  4. After your watch resets, you can pair it with your iPhone. Bring your iPhone near your watch, then follow the on-screen instructions."


If it continues, as it pertains to your network, also check for any VPN or security software as seen in Check VPN (Virtual Private Network) and third-party software to help resolve network connectivity issues.


Take care.

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Apple Watch, Series 3, Internet Connection when Pairing

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