why will my Iwatch series 6 not update when connected to my iphone?

My iwatch series 6 will not update when i try to connect to my iphone 8+, what should I do?

Posted on Jan 22, 2023 7:46 PM

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Posted on Jan 22, 2023 10:21 PM

Have you tried updating watchOS directly from the  Watch?


On the watch;

1) Open the Settings app

2) Open General

3) Open Software Update

4) If there is an update available choose to install it


Put the watch on it's charging puck and keep your iPhone nearby.


M1 Mac mini, macOS 13.1; Watch, series 7 GPS/cellular, watchOS 9.2; iPad Pro 2nd Gen, iPadOS 16.2; iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 16.2; TV 4th Gen, tvOS 16.2; HomePods, audioOS 16.2 and Airport Express w/ Airplay 2


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Jan 22, 2023 10:21 PM in response to MumaTR

Have you tried updating watchOS directly from the  Watch?


On the watch;

1) Open the Settings app

2) Open General

3) Open Software Update

4) If there is an update available choose to install it


Put the watch on it's charging puck and keep your iPhone nearby.


M1 Mac mini, macOS 13.1; Watch, series 7 GPS/cellular, watchOS 9.2; iPad Pro 2nd Gen, iPadOS 16.2; iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 16.2; TV 4th Gen, tvOS 16.2; HomePods, audioOS 16.2 and Airport Express w/ Airplay 2


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