Hi. Do the Apple Watch pairing requires wi-fi?

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Posted on Jun 27, 2017 5:27 AM

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Posted on Jun 27, 2017 5:32 AM

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When pairing Apple Watch, ensure that your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi or a cellular network:


Set up your Apple Watch - Apple Support


If the software needs to be updated on your Apple Watch during setup, then your iPhone will require access to Wi-Fi.

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Jun 27, 2017 5:39 AM in response to Alain8

Depending on the software version (of watchOS) that has been installed on a new Apple Watch prior to it being shipped, a newer version may be available when first setting it up.


If so, watchOS will be updated automatically as part of the pairing and setup process.


Before pairing Apple Watch, ensure that your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS.


More information:

Update the iOS software on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

Set up your Apple Watch - Apple Support

Update the software on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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