Unable to connect Apple Watch to a new iPhone

Can’t connect to Apple Watch on new phone

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Posted on Mar 28, 2025 6:33 AM

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Ingo2711

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Posted on Mar 28, 2025 10:20 AM

Did you restore your new iPhone from the backup of the old iPhone first, and then paired your watch to the new iPhone?

Have a look at the related article:

How to pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone - Apple Support

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Ingo2711

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Mar 28, 2025 10:20 AM in response to Zeffes

Did you restore your new iPhone from the backup of the old iPhone first, and then paired your watch to the new iPhone?

Have a look at the related article:

How to pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone - Apple Support

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