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Thinking of selling or giving away your Apple Watch? Or simply want to reset it because of some issues? Or, want to remove a stolen watch from your Apple ID? We have rounded up the best possible solutions to unpair Apple Watch from your iPhone. So, let’s motor through!
What will happen if I unpair my Apple Watch?Unpairing restores the Apple Watch to its factory settings, which means all data, apps, and settings are erased. Furthermore, the status of the Activation Lock depends upon the process used. For instance, if you unpair via iPhone, it is removed, and if via Apple Watch, it remains active. The backup situation also depends on the process used, so check or, better yet, manually back up your Apple Watch before unpairing. Note: If you have a transit card saved into the Wallet app, it is wise to remove the transit card from Apple Watch before unpairing. For all instances and purposes, this should be the preferred method because:
Before starting the process, ensure the Apple Watch and iPhone are close together.
Note: If you’re not going to pair another cellular watch, contact your carrier and cancel your subscription to avoid additional charges. How to unpair an Apple Watch without the iPhoneYou can unpair the Apple Watch even if you do not have access to the paired iPhone. However,
Once the process is complete, your Apple Watch is wiped out of all media, data, and settings. As mentioned earlier, the Activation Lock still remains. You’ll need to enter the previous Apple ID and password before the watch can be paired to another or the same iPhone. Or you can get rid of Activation Lock by using Find My, as illustrated below. How to erase an Apple Watch via iCloudIf your Apple Watch is blocked with Activation Lock or you’ve sold/passed it on, this step is a saving grace to unlock and ensure seamless usage.
Alternatively, you can also:
What if you’re unable to unpair your Apple Watch?I have faced this a fair few times. Due to network or device issues, the unpairing process is interrupted in the middle. And because of that, the Apple Watch is stuck in stasis, where you can’t re-pair or unpair it. So, here’s what to do: 1. Restart both devicesRestart your iPhone and Apple Watch, and try again. Hopefully, this will resolve the problem. If not, try the next step. 2. Force erase Apple WatchOne requirement for this process to be successful is that your Apple Watch should be locked with a passcode.
The process erases data and settings from Apple Watch and unpairs it, although Activation Lock in intact. You can pair it to the same or different iPhone either by providing the Apple ID and password or removing it via iCloud. 3. Contact Apple SupportAlthough it has never come to this point for me, if nothing else is working for you, it’s time to contact Apple Support and get their aid. FAQsQ. How long does it take to unpair Apple Watch?
Q. How do I unpair a lost or stolen Apple Watch from my iPhone?
Q. When you unpair an Apple Watch, does it also delete your text messages?
Signing off… I hope you were able to unpair and eventually pair, sell, or give off your Apple Watch. If I haven’t covered your questions or any problem still persists, please connect with us in the comment section below. Looking for more Apple Watch-related content? Here are the perfect references:
A self-professed Geek who loves to explore all things Apple. I thoroughly enjoy discovering new hacks, troubleshooting issues, and finding and reviewing the best products and apps currently available. My expertise also includes curating opinionated and honest editorials. If not this, you might find me surfing the web or listening to audiobooks. What if I didn't unpair my Apple Watch from my old phone?If you can't unpair Apple Watch because you don't have its paired iPhone, you can erase the watch. When you erase Apple Watch instead of unpairing it, the watch is still protected by Activation Lock. Before you can pair Apple Watch again, enter the Apple ID and password that was used to set it up.
How do I unpair my Iwatch from my old phone?How to unpair Apple Watch. Step 1: Place iPhone and Apple Watch close to each other. ... . Step 2: Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone. ... . Step 3: Tap All Watches on the top left of your screen. ... . Step 4: Tap on the Info button next to the watch to unpair. ... . Step 5: Tap unpair Apple Watch. ... . Step 6: Tap unpair again to confirm.. |