Can I pair my Apple Watch Series 5 with my iPhone 14 without an update?

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I have to update the watch before I CAN pair it, but the update is not available to old watches

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iPhone 14, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 3, 2025 2:33 PM

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Answer 1

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Older watch OS will pair with newer iphone iOS, but not the other way round. You should be fine.

If you are given the option to ignore and pair anyway, use it.

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Answer 2

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Hello twinkle556, If you still have your old iPhone follow the the steps on this Apple Support page.

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go to the section called "If you don't have your old iPhone or you erased it"

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Answer 4

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sorry, I turned the old phone in

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