Apple Watch no internet

Apple Watch pairing error no internet connection.


Apple Watch Series 5

Posted on Aug 1, 2023 2:39 AM

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Posted on Aug 1, 2023 4:47 AM

Apple Watch setup is controlled from your iPhone, and the internet connection required is for your iPhone. The Apple Watch can only communicate over Bluetooth through your iPhone until the initial setup is completed.


Please note that your iPhone's internet connection must be over a regular WiFi (home routers or some office types are usually good). Cellular hotspots and hotel/public WiFi with web based landing and login pages will not work.


If you continue to have problems look for an Apple Store near you and make a visit. They always have a suitable WiFi available for customers setting up new purchases, and experts on hand if you can't get it working.

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Aug 1, 2023 4:47 AM in response to eBchan

Apple Watch setup is controlled from your iPhone, and the internet connection required is for your iPhone. The Apple Watch can only communicate over Bluetooth through your iPhone until the initial setup is completed.


Please note that your iPhone's internet connection must be over a regular WiFi (home routers or some office types are usually good). Cellular hotspots and hotel/public WiFi with web based landing and login pages will not work.


If you continue to have problems look for an Apple Store near you and make a visit. They always have a suitable WiFi available for customers setting up new purchases, and experts on hand if you can't get it working.

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