Watch and new iPhone 16 won’t pair
I thought I synced everything from an old iPhone and this new iPhone 16 so I erased the old iPhone. But my watch and phone won’t pair.
Apple Watch Series 5, watchOS 10
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I thought I synced everything from an old iPhone and this new iPhone 16 so I erased the old iPhone. But my watch and phone won’t pair.
Apple Watch Series 5, watchOS 10
Wondering if Apple support's online article may help:
How to pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone - Apple Support
Eg says:
" Learn how to transfer your Apple Watch from your old iPhone to your new one.
Here's what you need
If you don't have your old iPhone, you need to use different steps. Choose an option below.
I got mine to pair by resetting my watch and adding it as a new watch. But it will only pair while on my home wifi.
Watch and new iPhone 16 won’t pair