Pairing new watch

I had a Apple Watch series 1. I bought a new one series 8. I read I had to unpair my series 1 watch now the new watch pairs and then unpairs. What am I doing wrong

Apple Watch Series 8

Posted on Nov 16, 2022 05:10 PM

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Posted on Nov 17, 2022 12:52 AM

You will need an iPhone 8 or later on iOS16 or later to pair to an Apple Watch series 8.

I recommend reviewing the steps in the articles below

How to pair an Apple Watch with your iPhone How to pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone - Apple Support or

Can’t pair an Apple Watch with your iPhone If you can't pair an Apple Watch with your iPhone - Apple Support  or

Apple Watch not paired with your iPhone If your Apple Watch isn't connected or paired with your iPhone - Apple Support


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Nov 17, 2022 12:52 AM in response to berenice120

You will need an iPhone 8 or later on iOS16 or later to pair to an Apple Watch series 8.

I recommend reviewing the steps in the articles below

How to pair an Apple Watch with your iPhone How to pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone - Apple Support or

Can’t pair an Apple Watch with your iPhone If you can't pair an Apple Watch with your iPhone - Apple Support  or

Apple Watch not paired with your iPhone If your Apple Watch isn't connected or paired with your iPhone - Apple Support


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