If you can't update the software on your Apple Watch, there may be several causes of the problem.
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Step 1 of 2
1. Restart your Apple Watch
Press and hold the Digital Crown.
Press and hold the Digital Crown.
Simultaneously, press and hold the Side button until your Apple Watch is restarted.
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Step 1 of 4
1. Update Apple Watch software
On your phone: Press Watch.
On your phone: Press Watch.
On your phone: Press My Watch.
On your phone: Press General.
On your phone: Press Software Update. If a new software version is available, it's displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to update the Apple Watch software.
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Step 1 of 3
1. Charge the battery
Connect the charger to a wall socket.
Connect the charger to a wall socket.
Place the back of your Apple Watch on the magnetic charger allowing it to click into place.
When the battery charging icon is displayed, charging is in progress.