Touch screen unresponsive
my Apple Watch won’t respond to touch screen. Unable to do a factory reset because the phone and Iwatch won’t connect. Can’t erase all data. Unable to get past entering passcode.
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my Apple Watch won’t respond to touch screen. Unable to do a factory reset because the phone and Iwatch won’t connect. Can’t erase all data. Unable to get past entering passcode.
Force restart your Apple Watch
Don’t force restart your Apple Watch if you're updating watchOS. After you see the Apple logo and progress wheel on your Apple Watch, leave your Apple Watch alone until the update finishes.
You should force restart your device as a last resort and only if it's not responding. To force restart your Apple Watch, press and hold both the side button and Digital Crown for at least 10 seconds, then release both buttons when you see the Apple logo.
How to restart your Apple Watch - Apple Support
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Touch screen unresponsive