How can I connect my Apple Watch series 9 to my iPhone X

I tried to pair my iPhone X to my Apple Watch series 9 but it says I can’t connect

iPhone X, iOS 16

Posted on Oct 3, 2023 04:59 PM

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Posted on Oct 3, 2023 05:04 PM

Unfortunately, that is not possible. The iPhone 9 running Watch OS 10 requires an iPhone running iOS 17 or higher. The iPhone X is not compatible with iOS 17.

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Oct 3, 2023 05:04 PM in response to hazael274

Unfortunately, that is not possible. The iPhone 9 running Watch OS 10 requires an iPhone running iOS 17 or higher. The iPhone X is not compatible with iOS 17.

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