My Apple Watch 3 doesn’t have a clock face or apps - nor can I swipe to get to settings

What can I do if my Apple Watch 3 no longer has a watch face or apps or way to swipe up to settings. I haven’t used it in quite some time. It doesn’t show up on my iPhone either. I’m unable to pair it to my iPhone either. It’s been sitting in a drawer for at least six months.

Apple Watch Series 3

Posted on May 29, 2023 1:03 PM

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Posted on May 29, 2023 1:40 PM

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:

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


Also see:

If your Apple Watch won't charge or it won't turn on - Apple Support


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May 29, 2023 1:40 PM in response to Watch3SOS

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:

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


Also see:

If your Apple Watch won't charge or it won't turn on - Apple Support


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My Apple Watch 3 doesn’t have a clock face or apps - nor can I swipe to get to settings

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