I am unable to update my Apple Watch to iOS 10.6.1

I try to apply the download to my watch but it keeps saying that is verifying and the system is not downloading it, please help! It stays checking for the update and the system does not download the ups date



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Apple Watch Series 9, watchOS 10

Posted on Aug 29, 2024 5:08 AM

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Posted on Aug 29, 2024 5:35 AM

Is the battery 50% charged or higher?


Your Watch must be on a working charger the entire time. Bluetooth and WiFi must be on and connected to the same network as the paired iPhone. Ideally the iPhone is on a charger and next to the Watch. Do not use a VPN.


Force restart both devices.Then start the download over. A forced restart is more than just turning your devices off and back on. If you’re unfamiliar with the procedure please review the information in the Apple Support articles I linked below.


Force restart Apple Watch - Apple Support


Force restart iPhone - Apple Support

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Aug 29, 2024 5:35 AM in response to TaniaARR

Is the battery 50% charged or higher?


Your Watch must be on a working charger the entire time. Bluetooth and WiFi must be on and connected to the same network as the paired iPhone. Ideally the iPhone is on a charger and next to the Watch. Do not use a VPN.


Force restart both devices.Then start the download over. A forced restart is more than just turning your devices off and back on. If you’re unfamiliar with the procedure please review the information in the Apple Support articles I linked below.


Force restart Apple Watch - Apple Support


Force restart iPhone - Apple Support

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I am unable to update my Apple Watch to iOS 10.6.1

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