It’s frustrating when you find that your Apple Watch is stuck on waiting for the updates. If this happens you are unable to use the watch since the error message will not disappear.
Luckily, this is an easy issue to resolve. This guide will walk you through a series of troubleshooting methods you can fix problems when the Apple Watch is stuck verifying the update.
Be aware that the following fixes may be useful when the Apple Watch is unable to find an update. Don’t waste time we’ll get right to it.
Connect the Apple Watch to Charger
Apple typically informs users of the coming update and gives an extensive document detailing what features the update will include, and the features it added and added.
If your Apple Watch qualifies for an update (which does not mean that all models are simultaneously) If so, Apple suggests that you put your watch in the charger during the process of updating watchOS.
Since certain updates require many resources and require many resources, your watch must have at least 50% charge.
If you put it on the charger regardless of how fast the update consumes battery’s power, it will ensure that it is able to preserve the battery.
This is an excellent first endeavor to solve the issue however, it doesn’t necessarily have anything to do with the connection.
Make sure to keep your Apple Watch and iPhone in the range
If you update the firmware on your Apple Watch, it’s excellent to have each iPhone along with your Watch to be close to one another when you update them.
So the Watch app won’t have difficulty download the upgrade, prepping it, and then confirming it’s done.
When the iPhone watches and iPhone are separated from one another during the update process problems with communication can lead to unneeded delays.
To avoid issues like this To avoid such issues, we suggest you have both your devices close proximity during the update process. You might consider placing them close to one another.
Switch Wi-Fi on and off, as well as Bluetooth Connections
Apple Watch Apple Watch needs to have an internet connection that is consistent to update the firmware to be able to transfer updates to the device and then install them. All of these require an internet connection for the update to take place.
In the event that the connectivity is sporadic or weak the load to update is quite risky because it may cause interruptions, possibly in a location that has no roll-back system in place.
The watch and phone may have internet connectivity, but in the event that the signal is suspect the update might not be triggered, resulting in poor connection, as there is there is no connection.
This means that the update requires perfect connection conditions to function. The majority of the time it is possible to fix issues using Wi-Fi by disconnecting and reconnecting the router or modem or switching the phone’s connection with Wi-Fi.
It is as easy as opening your settings App on your iPhone and then locating your Wi-Fisection. From there, you can flip the Wi-Fi switch to off.
In addition, as there is a possibility that the problem is due to connection between the watch and the phone it is helpful to switch off Bluetooth also. Bluetooth is a feature that can be found in the Bluetooth feature can be found right below”the Wi-Fichoice under settings.
Then, restart your iPhone. If it begins to boot up, go to your settings next time, and switch on both Bluetoothand WiFiback on.
This establishes the connection between them, and most likely, let the watch push on with the update that is required.
Make sure you connect your Apple Watch to the Phone Then again
Sometimes, a random memory issue could cause problems in the operating system. This are able to fix by unpairing your two devices.
After the two watches have been removed, the watch is returned to its original factory condition. This will eliminate any possible bugs floating around in memory files. Prior to unpairing, ensure that you remove your card out of Apple Pay.
After unplugging your watch, you can set it up in the same manner as if you were doing it on the very first occasion. The updates will take effect in a timely manner as long as your watch is connected to the internet.
It’s possible that while trying to connect again it is possible that your iPhone doesn’t recognize your watch. In this situation you’ll need to fix it by following the steps listed below.
- On the All Watchessection of the Watch app Click to open the option to pair a new Watch choice.
- By selecting the pair watch manually feature will display on-screen directions on pairing the watch once more.
For step-by step instructions, read on to learn how to connect and set up the Apple Watch as if it were brand fresh.
Make Space On Your Apple Watch
Updates can be quite big, even if all updates are saved following the update. In the event that the Apple Watch doesn’t have suitable space, it’ll fail to update to the latest watchOS version.
Within The Settings Under in the Settings, under the general tab in the Settings, click the Usage section. Use section will benefit look through all the apps and files that are that are installed on your watch. You can remove the watch apps which you don’t utilize to make room on the Apple Watch.
Reset Apple Watch
If you’ve efforts everything but you are having issues upgrading your watch, it possible that it’s time for you to unplug your Apple Watch.
A factory reset resets the wearable to its initial state, clearing all settings and data including any debit or credit cards you have added to Apple Pay.
This is instructions on how you can reset the Apple Watch step by step. Once you’ve reset your watch, you can pair your watch once more and attempt an update.
Final thoughts regarding Apple Watch Stuck on Preparing
The difficulty of preparing for an update is often caused by the absence of space or an internet connection that is reliable. Even if your connection is working, the signal reception in the iPhone could be a problem currently.
Resetting the WiFi and Bluetooth functions and making sure that the watch is able to accommodate to update it with a valid update usually will resolve these issues.
If none of these methods function, contacting Apple Support is the next step to get the needed assistance.
Let me know how this worked to resolve the issue that has your Apple Watch stuck on preparing. If you had success using something else, post a comment below.
