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i want to reset my my Apple Watch
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Apple Watch Series 3, watchOS 8
Here is how to restart and force-restart, then how to reset and reload:
This reset or this unpair and re-pair sequence won’t clear Activation Lock, if that is arising here.
Here is how to restart and force-restart, then how to reset and reload:
This reset or this unpair and re-pair sequence won’t clear Activation Lock, if that is arising here.
If you are asking how to restart your Apple Watch 3, do this - hold down the side button and the Digital Crown at the same time for at least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
Restart Apple Watch - Apple Support
If you are asking something else, let us know.
How to reset an Apple Watch?
