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Katenmd47 Author

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My iwatch keeps updating takes long time

Trying to pair old iwatch with iPhone 13 and keeps updating and won’t pair

iPhone 13, iOS 16

Posted on Apr 8, 2023 12:33 PM

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javaliga

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Posted on Apr 8, 2023 12:55 PM

What series watch is it? FWIW a lot of people have had trouble updating or pairing a series 3 watch. A series 1 or 2 watch is even harder. 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

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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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