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sanbha01 Author

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Apple Watch not showing correct time

Apple Watch not showing correct time and not able to pair

iPhone 5s, iOS 12

Posted on Nov 6, 2023 1:51 PM

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javaliga

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Posted on Nov 6, 2023 2:33 PM

The watch gets its time info from the paired iPhone. Perhaps these links will help:

Set up your Apple Watch - Apple Support

If your Apple Watch isn't connected or paired with your iPhone - Apple Support

I noticed your tag says you have an iPhone 5s with iOS 12. Chances are any of the newer watches and watchOS versions will not work with that configuration. For example, a series 9 watch with watchOS 10 requires at least an iPhone XS with iOS 17.

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