How to unpaired my Apple Watch from my unused iPhone

My Apple Watch Series 3 showed a red explanation point on it. I followed the steps above but now it is stuck on the restore wheel. What do i do now ?

iPhone 7, iOS 15

Posted on May 16, 2024 3:53 AM

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May 16, 2024 4:56 AM in response to kesmawahti

This article from Apple on unpairing an Apple iWatch is usually the best place to start this process


Unpair and erase your Apple Watch


Excerpts from above


  1. " Type your Apple ID password to disable Activation Lock, then tap Unpair. "


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" Erasing all content and settings erases all media, data, and settings from your Apple Watch, but it does not remove Activation Lock. To remove Activation Lockunpair the watch first. Before your watch is erased, a backup of its contents is created on your iPhone. "


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