Apple Watch Pairing Issue

I reset my apple watch completely and now when i’m trying to pair it to my Iphone it says apple watch needs a software update but then it’s says i’m not connected to the internet and not allowing me to move forward. How do I fix this?

Apple Watch Series 3, watchOS 6

Posted on Apr 7, 2023 7:12 PM

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Apr 7, 2023 7:53 PM in response to emiliar444

FWIW a lot of people have had trouble updating a series 3 watch. With the limited memory in a series 3 watch, your best option may be to make an appointment at the Genius Bar in an Apple Store near you and let them look at it:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


See the replies to:

Series 3 Apple Watch Setup Fails At Updat… - Apple Community

Apple Watch 3 is stuck on preparing updat… - Apple Community


You may also want see:

If you see 'Unable to Verify Update' when updating Apple Watch - Apple Support

If you don’t have enough space to update your Apple Watch - Apple Support



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