As you might expect from Apple tech, it pairs pretty much seamlessly with an iPhone to give you an excellent wrist companion to your trusty Apple smartphone. Set up out of the box is a doddle, but for those unsure, here’s how to set up your new Apple Watch. Don’t worry if it’s not the latest generation of Apple Watch you’ve got either; these steps apply to every generation and model of Apple Watch.
How to set up a new Apple Watch
Then toss all the packaging aside, and hold down the side button (not the rotating crown) until you see the Apple logo. Then plug in the circular charger to a wall outlet and clip the Apple Watch onto the charger magnetically. If this doesn’t pop up, tap Start Pairing on your Apple Watch instead to start the process, and remember to keep the iPhone and Apple Watch next to each other for the duration. This helps your iPhone recognise the Watch. If it fails though, you can tap Pair Apple Watch Manually and follow the instructions on screen. If you do have a backup from an old Watch though, tap Continue and you’ll be presented with a list of backups to choose from. It’s also where you might be prompted to install a software update if the Watch is running on outdated software. You might also be asked to remove an Activation Lock, so follow the instructions. If you have bought your Watch second-hand, you might need to contact the seller to get them to remove their Activation Lock. Apple has instructions on that here. It is a good security measure, and Apple makes it compulsory to use Apple Pay. You’ll also be prompted to verify your current age, weight and height to make sure that the Watch correctly tracks your fitness. You’ll also be prompted to set up Apple Pay by adding a card via your iPhone. Lewis Painter is a Senior Staff Writer at Tech Advisor. Our resident Apple expert, Lewis covers everything from iPhone to AirPods, plus a range of smartphones, tablets, laptops and gaming hardware. You’ll also find him on the Tech Advisor YouTube channel.
