Setup order for updated Apple Watch and iPhone

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should I setup my updated apple watch before I setup my updated iphone?

Apple Watch Ultra, watchOS 26

Posted on Jan 15, 2026 9:44 AM

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Answer 1

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The Watch is an iPhone accessory. The iPhone should be up-to-date and completely setup before doing something with the Watch.

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Answer 2

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Setup the iPhone first.

M1 Mac mini, macOS 26.2;  Watch, Series 10 GPS-only, watchOS 26.2; iPhone 16, iOS 26.2; TV 4th Gen, tvOS 26.2 HomePods, audioOS 26.2

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Answer 3

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Thank You, is there a reason why you suggest to replace the iphone first?

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