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Watch update on series 3

I have an iPhone 12 and a watch series 3 and I’ve been trying to set it up on my phone but when I update it, it won’t go past the prepareing stage. What to do?

Apple Watch Series 3

Posted on Aug 8, 2023 9:53 AM

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Posted on Aug 8, 2023 11:28 AM

FWIW a lot of people have had trouble updating a series 3 watch. With the limited memory in a series 3 watch, your best option may be to make an appointment at the Genius Bar in an Apple Store near you and let them look at it:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


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Aug 8, 2023 11:28 AM in response to Liz_1253

FWIW a lot of people have had trouble updating a series 3 watch. With the limited memory in a series 3 watch, your best option may be to make an appointment at the Genius Bar in an Apple Store near you and let them look at it:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


See the replies to:

Series 3 Apple Watch Setup Fails At Updat… - Apple Community

Apple Watch 3 is stuck on preparing updat… - Apple Community


Watch update on series 3

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