Apple watch won't update, downloads for hours then states no internet for download when there definitely is internet

I am trying to update my apple watch. It is currently unpaired. Download goes on for hours then states unable to complete download as not connected to the internet. There is definitely internet. I have tried multiple things but nothing works and my watch is useless without completing this update

Apple Watch Series 3, watchOS 7

Posted on Oct 18, 2022 6:53 PM

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Posted on Oct 20, 2022 5:01 PM

Hi Watchnotworking,



The steps here are geared towards your issue: If you see 'Unable to Verify Update' when updating Apple Watch - Apple Support


If you have covered those, have you tried updating directly from the Apple Watch Settings? This would help rule out an issue between your iPhone and Apple Watch connection: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support


"If your Apple Watch has watchOS 6 or later, you can install subsequent updates without your iPhone:

  1. Make sure that your watch is connected to Wi-Fi.
  2. On your watch, open the Settings app.
  3. Tap General > Software Update.
  4. Tap Install if a software update is available, then follow the onscreen instructions."



We hope this helps.


Cheers!

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Oct 20, 2022 5:01 PM in response to Watchnotworking-

Hi Watchnotworking,



The steps here are geared towards your issue: If you see 'Unable to Verify Update' when updating Apple Watch - Apple Support


If you have covered those, have you tried updating directly from the Apple Watch Settings? This would help rule out an issue between your iPhone and Apple Watch connection: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support


"If your Apple Watch has watchOS 6 or later, you can install subsequent updates without your iPhone:

  1. Make sure that your watch is connected to Wi-Fi.
  2. On your watch, open the Settings app.
  3. Tap General > Software Update.
  4. Tap Install if a software update is available, then follow the onscreen instructions."



We hope this helps.


Cheers!

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