My I watch won’t update. I keep getting the message that my iPhone must be updated first. I already have the latest update on my iPhone

Hello Ronflausa,

Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We understand that you are unable to update your Apple Watch as expected. We are happy to help.

Please try the steps here: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support

"Check your Apple Watch compatibility

First, make sure that your Apple Watch works with the latest software. watchOS 10 is compatible with these Apple Watch models:

• Apple Watch Series 4 and later
• Apple Watch SE (1st generation) and later
• Apple Watch Ultra and later

Not all watchOS 10 features are available on all devices.

Updating to watchOS 10 requires iPhone Xs or later with iOS 17.

If your Apple Watch isn't compatible with the latest version of watchOS, Software Update will show you the newest version that your watch can use.

Get ready to update

Next, check these things:

1. Make sure that your iPhone is updated to the latest version of iOS.
2. Make sure that your Apple Watch is at least 50 percent charged.
3. Make sure that your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi.

Update your Apple Watch using your iPhone

You can wait until Apple Watch notifies you when a new update is available. Tap Update Tonight in the notification, then go to your iPhone to confirm that you want to update overnight. At the end of the day, leave your Apple Watch and iPhone charging overnight so the update can complete.

Or you can update your Apple Watch with your iPhone manually:

1. On your iPhone, open the Apple Watch app, then tap the My Watch tab. 
2. Tap General > Software Update.
3. Download the update. If asked for your iPhone passcode or Apple Watch passcode, enter it. 
4. Wait for the progress wheel to appear on your Apple Watch. It could take from several minutes to an hour for the update to complete. 

Update directly on your Apple Watch

If your Apple Watch has watchOS 6 or later, you can install updates without your iPhone:

1. Make sure that your watch is connected to Wi-Fi.
2. On your watch, open the Settings app.
3. Tap General > Software Update.
4. Tap Install if a software update is available, then follow the onscreen instructions."

These steps may help. Please let us know if you have further questions.

Take care.