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Bought Iwatch 9 series recently, I have IPhone X model. Unfortunately while pairing I see only iOS 17 greater software can be paired. May I get the software update of iOS 17 for iPhone X or any other way to connect
iPhone X, iOS 16
iOS 17 requires at least an iPhone Xr or Xs.
iPhone models compatible with iOS 17 - Apple Support
Unfortunately there is no other workaround. Either get a newer iPhone or try to return and get a refund for your watch. If you bought it directly from Apple, you have 14 calander days:
Returns & Refunds - Shopping Help - Apple
iOS 17 requires at least an iPhone Xr or Xs.
iPhone models compatible with iOS 17 - Apple Support
Unfortunately there is no other workaround. Either get a newer iPhone or try to return and get a refund for your watch. If you bought it directly from Apple, you have 14 calander days:
Returns & Refunds - Shopping Help - Apple
The only way to connect is to purchase an iPhone capable of using iOS 17. The iPhone X was released by Apple nearly seven years ago.
iPhone X- Iwatch 9 series Connectivity Issue
