Bluetooth on apple watch does not pick up phone device

what can I do in order to reset so I can pair my watch?

Posted on Apr 16, 2023 11:03 AM

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Posted on Apr 18, 2023 2:13 PM

Hi Ericggg,


Choose the pairing scenario that best matches the issue you experience when you try to pair, and follow Apple's guidance outlined in "Trouble pairing?" here: Set up and pair your Apple Watch with iPhone


These steps will set you on the path to getting paired again.

Trouble pairing?
* If you see a watch face when you’re trying to pair: Your Apple Watch is already paired to an iPhone. You need to first erase all Apple Watch content and reset settings.
* If the camera doesn’t start the pairing process: Tap Pair Apple Watch Manually at the bottom of the iPhone screen, and follow the onscreen instructions.
* If Apple Watch isn’t pairing with iPhone: See the Apple Support article If your Apple Watch isn’t connected or paired with your iPhone.


If you're still unable to pair your Apple Watch, the answers to these questions will help the Apple Support Communities guide you.


  1. Have you been able to successfully pair your Apple Watch before? If so, was it paired to the iPhone you're attempting to pair now?
  2. What happens when you try to pair your Apple Watch?
  3. Which iPhone/iOS version and Apple Watch/watchOS versions are you using?


Kindest Regards.


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Apr 18, 2023 2:13 PM in response to Ericggg

Hi Ericggg,


Choose the pairing scenario that best matches the issue you experience when you try to pair, and follow Apple's guidance outlined in "Trouble pairing?" here: Set up and pair your Apple Watch with iPhone


These steps will set you on the path to getting paired again.

Trouble pairing?
* If you see a watch face when you’re trying to pair: Your Apple Watch is already paired to an iPhone. You need to first erase all Apple Watch content and reset settings.
* If the camera doesn’t start the pairing process: Tap Pair Apple Watch Manually at the bottom of the iPhone screen, and follow the onscreen instructions.
* If Apple Watch isn’t pairing with iPhone: See the Apple Support article If your Apple Watch isn’t connected or paired with your iPhone.


If you're still unable to pair your Apple Watch, the answers to these questions will help the Apple Support Communities guide you.


  1. Have you been able to successfully pair your Apple Watch before? If so, was it paired to the iPhone you're attempting to pair now?
  2. What happens when you try to pair your Apple Watch?
  3. Which iPhone/iOS version and Apple Watch/watchOS versions are you using?


Kindest Regards.


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