Can’t connect Apple Watch to IPhone after iOS 17 update

Ever since I had updated my iPhone to iOS 17 I can’t sync to my watch anymore it says a update is required but gets stuck on searching for a update. And the prompt to update keeps appearing.

Apple Watch Series 6

Posted on Oct 26, 2023 03:41 PM

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Oct 27, 2023 02:58 PM in response to Arch_FK

Hello Arch_FK,


We would like to see how we can help you with updating your Apple Watch. Follow the steps in this link and get back to us with your results: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support


"Need more help with updating?

Try these steps:

  1. Make sure that your Apple Watch is connecting properly to its charger
  2. Restart your Apple Watch.
  3. Restart your paired iPhone.
  4. Try again to update your Apple Watch.


If the update won't start:

  1. Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone.
  2. Tap General > Software Update.
  3. Delete the update file.
  4. Try again to update your Apple Watch.

Learn what to do if you see 'Cannot Install Update' when updating Apple Watch or if your Apple Watch says you need more available storage to install a watchOS update."


Cheers!

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