How to pair my Apple Watch with iPhone after factory reset?

I am trying to pair my watch with my phone, the phone just been factory reset. Same phone same watch. Anyone ? :)

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iPhone 12, iOS 17

Posted on Jul 5, 2024 8:21 PM

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Did you restore your iPhone from the latest backup you made in iCloud or on your computer?

Any error messages given? Also have a look at this related article:

Level 1

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No, I did not have any back up information, it was reset as a new device without any backup.

No, I am not getting any error messages.

Also, the watch is shown in find my devices but that’s it, not syncing etc.

Level 9

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Try to disable the Activation Lock by removing it from Find my, then pair it again to your iPhone:

Level 1

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This did resolve the issue. Thanks!