FAQs
Certain settings needs to be on or off in order for pairing to work. Open your Settings app. Make sure Airplane Mode is turned off and that you're connected to a stable Wi-Fi network to avoid any connectivity issues. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on, and see if it gives you the option of pairing with your Apple Watch.
Why won't my Apple Watch pair? ›
Certain settings needs to be on or off in order for pairing to work. Open your Settings app. Make sure Airplane Mode is turned off and that you're connected to a stable Wi-Fi network to avoid any connectivity issues. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on, and see if it gives you the option of pairing with your Apple Watch.
Why does my Apple Watch say not connected to the internet? ›
On your iPhone, make sure that Airplane Mode is off and that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are on. To check, open Control Center. on your watch face, Airplane Mode is on. Open Control Center, then turn off Airplane Mode.
Can I connect my Apple Watch to my home Wi-Fi? ›
When your iPhone is off or out of range, your Apple Watch can use a Wi-Fi network to send and receive data. Your watch can also connect to a cellular network if it's a cellular model. And if you've set up an Apple Watch for a family member, they can use a cellular or Wi-Fi connection with their watch.
How can I tell if my Apple Watch is connected to Wi-Fi? ›
- From the Watch face screen, tap the. Side Button. to access the Control Center. ...
- To determine if you are connected to Wi-Fi, look for the indicator in the upper-left of the Control Center screen. The Wi-Fi icon.
If your Apple Watch is stuck while pairing
- Press and hold the Digital Crown and the side button at the same time until your watch restarts. ...
- After your watch restarts, firmly press the screen or press and hold the Digital Crown.
- Tap Reset.
- After your watch resets, you can pair it with your iPhone.
Connect your Apple Watch to Wi-Fi
- Open the Settings app on your Apple Watch.
- Tap Wi-Fi. Your device automatically searches for networks.
- Tap the name of the network that you want to join. ...
- If asked, enter the password using Scribble or the Apple Watch keyboard.
- Tap Join.
Check that your home Wi-Fi network is compatible: Apple Watch can only connect to 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz networks. It cannot connect to 5GHz Wi-Fi.
How do I fix Apple no Internet connection? ›
If your iPhone or iPad won't connect to a Wi-Fi network
- Make sure that your router is on and that you're within range. ...
- Make sure that Wi-Fi is on and that you can see your network. ...
- If asked, enter your Wi-Fi password. ...
- Check for issues with your Wi-Fi network. ...
- Check your cables and connections. ...
- Restart.
Your Apple Watch can configure Wi-Fi networks on its own, and also connect to Wi-Fi networks you've set up or connected to using the paired iPhone.
With Apple Watch with cellular and an activated cellular plan, you can stay connected even when away from your iPhone. For all other models of Apple Watch, there are still things you can do even when you are away from your iPhone and not connected to Wi-Fi.
How to hard reset an Apple Watch? ›
Press and hold both the side button and Digital Crown for at least 10 seconds, until the Apple logo appears. 2. Release both buttons and wait for your watch to restart. If force restarting doesn't work, you can try unpairing your Apple Watch from your iPhone.
Why won't my Apple Watch connect to my phone? ›
Check the settings on both devices
If your phone has Wi-Fi or Bluetooth turned off — or if either of your devices are in Airplane Mode — they won't be able to pair. Make sure all settings are set properly to facilitate the connection. On the iPhone, you can quickly check this in the Control Center.
Do I need to pay for Apple Watch cellular? ›
You only have to pay if you want to use your watch as a phone, independently of your iPhone. No, you do not have to pay a monthly charge to use your watch. As long as you have your paired iPhone with you, you can answer and make calls from your watch, send messages, etc., without paying the $10 monthly fee.
Is my Apple Watch Wi-Fi or cellular? ›
To open Control Center, touch and hold the bottom of the screen, then swipe up. The Cellular button turns green when you have a connection. The green bars show the signal strength. The Cellular button turns white when your cellular plan is active, but your watch is connected via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to your iPhone.
How do I resync my Apple Watch? ›
Apple Watch - Reset Sync Setting
- From your iPhone, open the. Watch app. .
- From the My Watch tab (lower-left), tap. General. .
- Reset. .
- Reset Sync Data. .
If you can't turn off your Apple Watch or if the problem continues, you may need to force your Apple Watch to restart. Do this only if you're unable to restart your Apple Watch. To force restart, hold down the side button and the Digital Crown at the same time for at least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
How to reset Apple Watch and pair again after too many passcode attempts? ›
Reset your Apple Watch
- Put your Apple Watch on its charger, then press and hold the side button until the sliders appear.
- Press and hold the Digital Crown to show the Erase all content and settings screen.
- Tap Reset, then tap Reset again to confirm.
- When the process finishes, set up your watch again.
If your Apple Watch has watchOS 6 or later, you can install updates without your iPhone:
- Make sure that your watch is connected to Wi-Fi.
- On your watch, open the Settings app.
- Tap General > Software Update.
- Tap Install if a software update is available, then follow the onscreen instructions.
appears in the Control Center.
