How to Unpair an Apple Watch and Pair with a New Phone: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to easily unpair your Apple Watch from an old phone and pair it with a new iPhone in just a few simple steps.
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To unpair your Apple Watch from your old phone, open the Watch app on your iPhone, go to 'My Watch', tap 'All Watches', then the info button (i) next to your watch, and select 'Unpair Apple Watch'. To pair with a new phone, turn on your new iPhone and Apple Watch, keep them close, and follow the on-screen instructions to restore from backup or set up as new.
FAQs & Answers
- What should I do if my Apple Watch won't unpair? If your Apple Watch won't unpair, try restarting both your watch and iPhone, and ensure both devices are close together during the process.
- Can I pair my Apple Watch with multiple phones? You can only pair your Apple Watch with one iPhone at a time. To switch, you must unpair it from the current phone first.
- Will I lose my data when I unpair my Apple Watch? No, your data will be backed up automatically when you unpair. You can restore it when pairing with a new phone.
- How do I reset my Apple Watch if I can't unpair it? To reset your Apple Watch, go to Settings > General > Reset, and select 'Erase All Content and Settings'. Make sure to back up your data first.