Having a broken phone can be frustrating, but unpairing your Apple Watch from it doesn’t have to be. Follow these simple steps to successfully disconnect your Apple Watch from your broken phone:
Step 1: Accessing Settings
To begin the unpairing process, access the Settings on your Apple Watch. You can do this by tapping on the Settings icon located on the home screen of your Apple Watch.
Step 2: Navigating to General
Once you are in the Settings menu, navigate to the General option. This will allow you to access general settings for your Apple Watch, including the option to reset and erase all content.
Step 3: Choosing Reset
Within the General settings, you will find the option to Reset your Apple Watch. Tap on this option to proceed with unpairing your Apple Watch from your broken phone.
Step 4: Erasing All Content and Settings
After choosing the Reset option, select the option to Erase All Content and Settings. This will remove all data and settings from your Apple Watch, preparing it to be paired with a new device.
Step 5: Verifying with Password
Depending on your Apple Watch settings, you may be prompted to enter your password to confirm the reset and erase all content process. Enter your password to proceed.
Step 6: Addressing Cellular Plans
If you have a GPS + Cellular model of Apple Watch, you will have the option to choose whether you want to keep or remove your cellular plan during the unpairing process.
Step 7: Removing the Cellular Plan
If you have decided to remove your cellular plan, select this option when prompted. This will disconnect your Apple Watch from the cellular service associated with your broken phone.
Step 8: Confirming Unpairing
Once you have completed the steps above, your Apple Watch will be successfully unpaired from your broken phone. You can now pair it with a new iPhone or use it without being connected to a phone.
Step 9: Pairing with a New Phone
If you have a new iPhone that you wish to pair your Apple Watch with, follow the standard pairing process by syncing the devices through the Apple Watch app on your new phone.
Step 10: Troubleshooting
If you encounter any difficulties during the unpairing process, refer to the Apple Support Community or contact Apple Support for assistance in resolving any issues.
Step 11: Ensuring Successful Unpairing
Double-check that your Apple Watch has been successfully unpaired from your broken phone by checking the Bluetooth settings on both devices to ensure they are no longer connected.
Step 12: Enjoying a Fresh Start
Now that you have successfully unpaired your Apple Watch from your broken phone, you can enjoy a fresh start with your device and explore all its features without any connections to the previous phone.
