Getting error while trying to update my Apple Watch Series 8

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Getting error while trying to update my Apple Watch Series 8

I did not use my iWatch in a few months. I turned it on today and was asked to update the software to watchOS 11.0.1. On my iphone it says: Estimating time remaining..., and after some time I get an error: Software Update Failed An error occured downloading the latest version of watchOS on your Apple Watch.

Both devices are plugged in. I tried to rrestart both the iphone and the watch but it did not work, same error when I try to update. I also reset the watch and now it forces me to update the software when pairing. I am unable to use my watch now because of this error, can anyone help?

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Apple Watch Series 8

Posted on Oct 22, 2024 3:08 AM

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Answer 1

Ingo2711

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Oct 22, 2024 6:15 AM in response to emmily95

Did you already try these suggestions?

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Try these steps:

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

If the update won't start:

Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone.
Tap General > Storage.
Delete the update file.
Try again to update your Apple Watch.

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copied from: Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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Answer 2

Ingo2711

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Oct 22, 2024 8:01 AM in response to emmily95

Glad it finally worked.🙂

Yes, the watchOS can only be updated via Wi-Fi:

Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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emmily95 Author

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Oct 22, 2024 7:30 AM in response to Ingo2711

Yes, I tried. In the end I used a friends iphone to update the watchOS. But we also used a wi-fi connection this time. It's currently being downloaded.

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