How to Pair an Apple Watch to a New iPhone?

Update the new iPhone to the latest iOS version

Turn on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on the new iPhone

Sign in to the new iPhone with the same Apple ID used on the Apple Watch

Keep the old iPhone nearby if it is still available

On the old iPhone, open the Watch app

Tap All Watches

Tap the info button next to the watch

Tap Unpair Apple Watch

Enter the Apple ID password if prompted

Wait for the Apple Watch backup to finish

Turn on the Apple Watch and place it near the new iPhone

On the new iPhone, open the Watch app

Tap Start Pairing

Follow the on-screen pairing steps

Choose Restore from Backup if prompted

Select the most recent backup

Enter the Apple Watch passcode if requested

Complete setup and adjust settings as needed

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