Pairing Apple Watch to a new iphone

I got a new iphone 15 and trying to pair my apple watch, it wants the apple password i used when setting it up and that has changed 6 times. I reset my password and it wont take it. sooooooo frustrating Trying this for daysssss on end

iPhone 15, iOS 17

Posted on Dec 6, 2023 3:16 PM

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Posted on Dec 6, 2023 4:21 PM

Activation Lock is designed to prevent anyone else from using an Apple Watch if it's ever lost or stolen.

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


Activation Lock is an anti-theft feature that cannot be bypassed. Only the previous owner can remove the lock by using their Apple ID & password.


If you are the ORIGINAL owner, then see the 'Start a support request' section in:

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


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Dec 6, 2023 4:21 PM in response to Cookster1960

Activation Lock is designed to prevent anyone else from using an Apple Watch if it's ever lost or stolen.

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


Activation Lock is an anti-theft feature that cannot be bypassed. Only the previous owner can remove the lock by using their Apple ID & password.


If you are the ORIGINAL owner, then see the 'Start a support request' section in:

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


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