My Apple Watch is stuck in pairing mode

Got a new iPhone and my Apple Watch is stuck in pairing mode


I can’t turn it in or off and it’s been like this for hours

Apple Watch Series 7, watchOS 9

Posted on Jul 8, 2023 5:29 PM

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Posted on Jul 8, 2023 5:34 PM

Try to force restart your Apple Watch by pressing simultaneously the Digital Crown and the side button until the Apple logo appears (this can take up to 20 seconds.) Then try to pair it again.

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My Apple Watch is stuck in pairing mode

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