Apple Watch won't update; iPhone is up to date but still shows update required

I just updated my phone and was ready to update the watch, it claims I need to update my phone first - which has been done …

I’ve restarted both, but still can update watch for same reason …

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Original Title: Apple Watch update not possible

Apple Watch Series 6, watchOS 11

Posted on Oct 8, 2025 2:57 PM

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Apple Watch won't update; iPhone is up to date but still shows update required

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