To connect your Apple Watch to your iPhone 13, follow these steps:
- Ensure that your iPhone 13 is running the latest version of iOS. You can check for updates by going to Settings > General > Software Update.
- On your iPhone 13, open the Apple Watch app, which comes pre-installed on your device. It has a green icon with a side profile of an Apple Watch.
- Turn on your Apple Watch by pressing and holding the side button until you see the Apple logo.
- On your iPhone 13, tap "Start Pairing" when prompted in the Apple Watch app. If you don't see the prompt, you can also tap on the "+" icon in the My Watch tab of the app.
- Align your iPhone's camera viewfinder with the pattern displayed on your Apple Watch screen until the watch is detected. Alternatively, you can choose to pair manually by tapping on "Pair Apple Watch Manually" and following the on-screen instructions.
- Once your iPhone detects your Apple Watch, you'll see a confirmation message. Tap "Continue" to proceed.
- On your iPhone, you'll be prompted to set up your Apple Watch. Follow the on-screen instructions to choose your preferences, such as language, wrist preference, and enable or disable features like Siri and Activity.
- If prompted, you'll need to enter your Apple ID and password to sign in and activate your Apple Watch.
- You may be asked to create a passcode or enable wrist detection for added security.
- Finally, wait for the sync process to complete. This may take a few minutes, during which your iPhone and Apple Watch will exchange data and settings.
Additional information: Set up your Apple Watch - Apple Support
