My watch band is stuck on one side. How do I get it off?
My watch and is stuck on one side. How do I get it off to change it?
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My watch and is stuck on one side. How do I get it off to change it?
Do not force it. If you followed all the steps in:
Change your Apple Watch band - Apple Support
then 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
Do not force it. If you followed all the steps in:
Change your Apple Watch band - Apple Support
then 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
I would add to that excellent advice, run it under warm clean water (no soap) and gently work it to and fro while pressing in the catch.
Tip: remove your strap monthly and clean the slots.
My watch band is stuck on one side. How do I get it off?