We use smartphones and other newfangled devices every day and can no longer imagine how to do without them. This article will show you how to pair with your Apple Watch. The watch of this model is one of the most popular in the world. Learn more about how to set up your Apple Watch, pair it with your smartphone, and more.
What to look out for
Many modern devices are quite easy to use and do not need instructions. But the Apple Watch setup process is far from clear to everyone. In addition, the gadget is not cheap. There is a risk that if handled carelessly, it will fail. Therefore, it is very important to thoroughly read the instructions. Pairing an Apple Watch is a tricky business. In addition, the device must be charged, otherwise pairing with a smartphone cannot be established.
Where to start?
Most buyers who have just purchased an “apple” watch have a question:"How to pair with Apple Watch?". Before you lies the instruction, the charger, but what to do next?
The first time you need to fully charge the device. This guarantees a long battery life.
Please note that it will take some time to turn on the watch for the first time. This is absolutely normal. Gradually, the gadget will turn on much faster.
How to enable? To turn on the clock, just long press the button on the sidebar.
How to create a new pair on Apple Watch
What is needed to properly configure the gadget?
- Fully charged battery.
- Select the main language of the device.
- Select wrist.
- Set security options.
- Customize watch face.
- Adjust notifications.
Establish synchronization
How to pair with Apple Watch? The connection to the mobile phone is made automatically. Program icons appear on the display. Select Apple Watch.
- To start the synchronization process, click on "Start pairing" on two devices at once.
- Align the smartphone camera with the animation on the watch screen.
- As soon as the synchronization is completed, a notification will appear on the smartphone display that the operation was successful.
- Next click on "Set up as new Apple Watch". The watch will "ask" on which wrist you plan to wear it, selecta convenient option for you.
- Agree to all terms and conditions of use.
- Enter your Apple account details.
- Get familiar with the voice assistant Siri. Respond to all requests by pressing the OK button.
- Then you will need to come up with a four or seven digit passcode for your Apple Watch. Your device may prompt you to set up a simultaneous unlock. You can also choose to install programs automatically or download them manually.
After completing all the steps, you will receive a notification on your smartphone that the pair has been successfully created.
In order to pair with the Apple Watch, as you can already understand, it will take some time. In the future, you will not have to configure anything.
Manual synchronization
How to set the clock manually? Detailed instructions:
- Click on the Apple Watch app icon to get started.
- Tap the "Start Pairing" option.
- Select manual installation. Click on the i button. Soon the smartphone will "see" the clock. During synchronization, both gadgets must be in close proximity to each other.
How to break sync
In order for the pairing to be terminated, the smartphone and watch must be close to each other. After that, sign in to the My Watch app, select Apple Watch and select the i icon followed by Unpair.
Not everyone knows that you can erase content and settings withoutusing an iPhone, but directly through the WatchOS operating system.
Enter the "Settings", then in the "General" erase all the information that was on the device until now. The cleaning process usually takes several minutes. Be sure to back up all files. In the future, this will help to avoid losing the necessary information.
Establishing synchronization with a new iPhone
Let's take a look at how to re-pair your Apple Watch if you own a new phone.
Before putting up an old iPhone for sale, it is recommended to break the pair. In case your device is already in the wrong hands, and you did not have time to break the synchronization, there is only one way out - to return the watch to its original settings before you start pairing with a brand new smartphone.
You can do it like this:
- In the watch menu, go to the main settings
- Then click on the “Reset” command. To reset all information, click on "Erase All Content and Settings", then click "Continue" to delete all files and settings. When the watch returns to its original settings, select the desired language. After that, you can start pairing your Apple Watch with your newly purchased iPhone.
After you accept all the terms of the application, you will be able to install any iPhone programs that are compatible with Apple watches. And although all the information from the watch's memorydisappear, all this is recoverable, as the clock is easily synchronized with the phone. If the old iPhone is still with you, you can unpair the pair. To do this, enter the Watch program on your phone, then the "My Watch" tab, click on the clock at the top of the screen. Select "Unpair Apple Watch" and just confirm this step. Now you know how to re-pair your Apple Watch with a new smartphone.
Connect the watch to the computer
Apple Watch easily connects to your computer. Under the gadget's strap is a port into which you can insert a cable, then the watch can be connected to a PC.
Newbies often ask - how to pair an Apple Watch with an iPad? The connection process is the same as for a smartphone. If you are planning to pair with a tablet, just follow the iPhone instructions.
Watch does not turn on
Inexperienced users may think that if the smart watch does not turn on, then something inside is broken. Actually this is a delusion. Almost always, the device is enough just to recharge, and it will work properly. If the display does not light up after charging, please contact the technical support center.
Lost gadget
Imagine the situation: you lost your Apple Watch. Do not worry, the gadget can be found. To do this, download the Find My iPhone program on your smartphone. Enter your username and secret code. Find your Apple Watch and then go to Activities. If the Apple Watch is in working condition, you can see their location on the map, markgadget as lost and set an alarm sound. If the device is nearby, you will hear a beep.
Find a watch through a computer
The device can be found not only from a computer, but also from a laptop. Everything is very simple and will not take much time. Here are the steps you need to follow to search:
- Go to the cloud website.
- In the input field, write your login information.
- Select the online version of Find My iPhone.
- At the top of the display, click on "all devices". Find the Apple Watch menu and click the command you need: move files, mark them as lost, or sound an alarm.
Conclusion
It is difficult to name a specific reason why you need to disconnect your Apple Watch from your iPhone. There are so many of them that you need to understand separately in each specific situation. But the main reasons that Apple product owners name are: glitches and errors in the WatchOS system and update, a new owner of a watch or iPhone, restoring factory settings, problems during device connection in all modes (both manual and automatic), errors due to notifications. There are several ways to solve the problem of creating and breaking a pair, you can choose the most convenient for yourself.
