I am trying to update my phone but it keeps saying update failed, what do I do?

I am trying to do an update on my Apple Watch but it keeps failing. What can I do?

Apple Watch Series 2, watchOS 6

Posted on Jan 10, 2023 6:06 AM

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Posted on Jan 12, 2023 2:11 PM

Hi there Minilibbs,


If you're having difficulty updating your Apple Watch, try these steps to see if they resolve the issue for you:


Need more help with updating?
Try these steps:
1. Make sure that your Apple Watch is connecting properly to its charger
2. Restart your Apple Watch.
3. Restart your paired iPhone.
4. Try again to update your Apple Watch.

If the update won't start:
1. Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone.
2. Tap General > Software Update.
3. Delete the update file.
4. Try again to update your Apple Watch.

Learn what to do if you see 'Cannot Install Update' when updating Apple Watch or if your Apple Watch says you need more available storage to install a watchOS update.


You'll find this information at the bottom of the support article you came from: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support


If you're still unable to update your Apple Watch after working through those suggestions, you'll want to reach out to Apple Support directly. They're best-equipped to take a closer look and provide some additional guidance. This link will help you get started: Contact - Official Apple Support


Take care.

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Jan 12, 2023 2:11 PM in response to Minilibbs

Hi there Minilibbs,


If you're having difficulty updating your Apple Watch, try these steps to see if they resolve the issue for you:


Need more help with updating?
Try these steps:
1. Make sure that your Apple Watch is connecting properly to its charger
2. Restart your Apple Watch.
3. Restart your paired iPhone.
4. Try again to update your Apple Watch.

If the update won't start:
1. Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone.
2. Tap General > Software Update.
3. Delete the update file.
4. Try again to update your Apple Watch.

Learn what to do if you see 'Cannot Install Update' when updating Apple Watch or if your Apple Watch says you need more available storage to install a watchOS update.


You'll find this information at the bottom of the support article you came from: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support


If you're still unable to update your Apple Watch after working through those suggestions, you'll want to reach out to Apple Support directly. They're best-equipped to take a closer look and provide some additional guidance. This link will help you get started: Contact - Official Apple Support


Take care.

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