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how can i unpair my watch from my old phone thats already erased

i need help pairing my watch its not working

Apple Watch SE, watchOS 9

Posted on Aug 16, 2023 8:14 AM

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Posted on Aug 16, 2023 9:30 AM

These Apple documents should help.


If you can't pair an Apple Watch with your iPhone - Apple Support

This document has a section on erasing the watch when you don't have the paired phone


Set up your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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