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How to Update the Software on Your Apple Watch [Video]
Posted May 30, 2015 at 9:31pm by iClarified · 34060 views
Step One
Launch the Apple Watch app from your iPhone’s springboard.
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Step Two
Select General from the My Watch tab, then tap Software Update.
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Step Three
The app will contact Apple to check if a software update is available.
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If a Software Update is found, ensure that your Apple Watch is nearby and connect it to a charging cable. Once the watch is over 50% charged, tap the Download and Install button on the iPhone, then tap the Agree button to begin.
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Step Four
The Apple Watch firmware will be downloaded to the device. This may take about 5-10 minutes.
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Once downloaded, the firmware will be prepared and then installed on your Apple Watch. This may take around 10 to 15 minutes depending on the size of the update.
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You will notice a progress dial appear on the face of the Apple Watch. The progress dial will complete a full circle twice then your watch will reboot to the updated operating system.
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