How to update Apple Watch without Wi-Fi using cellular?

how to update apple watch without wifi but with cellular?

Apple Watch Series 9, watchOS 26

Posted on Mar 14, 2026 1:52 AM

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Posted on Mar 14, 2026 3:49 AM

Sorry, but you will have to use a Wi-Fi connection, there is no way around that.

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  1. Make sure that your iPhone is updated to the latest version of iOS.
  2. Make sure that your Apple Watch is at least 50 percent charged.
  3. Make sure that your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi.

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If your Apple Watch has watchOS 6 or later, you can install updates without your iPhone:


  1. Make sure that your watch is connected to Wi-Fi.
  2. On your watch, open the Settings app.
  3. Tap General > Software Update.
  4. Tap Install if a software update is available, then follow the onscreen instructions.

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copied from: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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Mar 14, 2026 3:49 AM in response to Ubhsuhk20

Sorry, but you will have to use a Wi-Fi connection, there is no way around that.

...

  1. Make sure that your iPhone is updated to the latest version of iOS.
  2. Make sure that your Apple Watch is at least 50 percent charged.
  3. Make sure that your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi.

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If your Apple Watch has watchOS 6 or later, you can install updates without your iPhone:


  1. Make sure that your watch is connected to Wi-Fi.
  2. On your watch, open the Settings app.
  3. Tap General > Software Update.
  4. Tap Install if a software update is available, then follow the onscreen instructions.

...

copied from: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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