If the device Apple Watch does not sync with your iPhone, it is worth checking the connection of the watch to the pairing device. When the red iPhone icon is highlighted or paired and it is impossible to see the "i" icon, you need to connect the watch to the smartphone again.

1. Place Apple device Watch and paired iPhone at close range.
2. Check if on iPhone included airplane mode, and whether the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules are activated by opening the "Control" item.
3. When the airplane mode icon is highlighted on the screen, enter the "Control" item and turn it off.
4. Reboot the connected devices.

How to sync iWatch and iPhone

If the problem persists, try breaking and pairing devices:

1. On your watch, go to erase content and settings.
2. On the paired device, launch the Apple Watch app, open the watch page, and select Apple Watch on the screen. Activate the "i" near the clock where you want to re-pair, and select the item that allows you to unpair - the iPhone with the clock. Confirm your choice.
3. Pair the watch and pairing device again.

If the clock cannot be synchronized, it is likely that the clock communication modules need to be replaced, or Wi-fi antennas or bluetooth.

How to connect Apple Watch to a new iPhone.

To connect a smart watch to a new smartphone, you must fulfill a number of conditions:

1. Service identification number and password (Apple ID) required.
2. Old and new devices need to be connected to Wi-Fi.
3. Charging of watches and phones must be at least 70%.
4. An old smartphone must be updated before the operation. latest version.
5. Required to create backup information on old iPhone.
6. On your new phone, you need to sign in to iCloud and restore your saved information.
7. At the moment when the clock asks for permission to connect, it should be allowed.
8. iWatch and new smartphone should be located next to each other.

The Apple Watch was presented to the Russian public more than 2 years ago. Despite such a short period of existence on the market, the device is loved by many users. Unfortunately, there is practically no information about the software and additional functions of the watch.

Mysterious red dot: where is the i button / icon on the Apple Watch?

Small Apple display Watch does not allow you to colorfully place shortcuts and program icons like the “i” icon on the display. The developers had to resort to the compact interface of the device. The owners of a newfangled gadget have to intuitively find explanations for certain symbols on the screen. For example, many users often wonder what is "i" in smart watch, if it's a button, where is it located?

The "i" icon appearing on the right upper corner the watch display is the iPhone connection icon. The symbol indicates what was found additional device, however, the device cannot on its own in automatic mode sync with your phone. To create a pair of Apple Watch and iPhone, the user is asked to manually set up the connection.

Photo: Icon i on Apple screen Watch

The first time the symbol appears on the display informing you that you need to turn on the phone and set up the connection. While the connection operation is in progress, the icon moves to the lower right corner of the display.

Connecting Apple Watch to iPhone

In device settings from Apple connection peripheral gadgets to the main device (in our case, a smartphone) is the default. In order for the devices to find each other, a number of simple manipulations should be performed:

• It is necessary to turn on the wristwatch and select the language that the owner will use.

• On your smartphone, you must activate the icon of the found Apple Watch to start synchronization in automatic mode.

• When the “i” symbol changes its location on the screen, you should align the phone's camera with the picture on the watch screen and click on the settings button for the handheld gadget.

• The program needs to inform (enter) on which hand the user wears the iWatch.
• The watch display will pop up license agreement, which must be read and agree (or disagree) with the proposed rules.
• The program will offer to track the owner's location and set up voice commands.
• Next, you need to come up with a password, which must be duplicated on the phone.

• The program on the iPhone will offer to install an application for using the watch.

• After a few seconds, the connection will be terminated. On subsequent contacts, the devices will find each other automatically.

How to pair your iPhone and Apple Watch manually?

If the connection icon has not moved down, then the connection has not been completed. To do this, you need to synchronize yourself. In this case, the actions will differ from the settings automatic connection:

1. Place the gadgets as close to each other as possible.
2. In the smartphone settings, you need to select the Apple Watch application.
3. At the bottom of the display, the user will be prompted to manually connect the devices.
4. On the clock, press the symbol "i" "Start pairing".
5. A menu with the name of the connecting device should pop up on the phone.
6. Then the pair will continue to connect, as in the automatic mode.

If the user made the synchronization on their own, then the next time the gadgets will not connect automatically. If the smart watch is far enough away from the iPhone, the pair breaks the connection and the “i” symbol disappears. iWatch can only be connected to one device at a time.

Apple Watch Series 3 – last generation smartwatches from the Cupertino tech giant. Unlike Series 2, they are equipped with an autonomous LTE module that works through a built-in eSIM (not yet supported in Russia), so they can be used even without a smartphone. But it will still be required to activate the device.

How to turn on Apple Watch Series 2, 3?

To turn it on, press and hold the "long" (not round!) Side button until the manufacturer's logo appears on the display.

If after 10-15 seconds of holding the long side button, the screen does not flash and the device does not turn on, make sure that it is sufficiently charged. Connect the "charger" and leave for 30 minutes. After that, you can try to turn on the device again.

How to set up Apple Watch Series 2, 3?

For initial setup you will also need a smartphone updated to the latest iOS version, with Bluetooth enabled and active connection to the Internet (by mobile network or Wi-Fi).

How to do the initial setup

In order to initially set up your smartwatch, you need an iPhone with internet access. How to pair these two devices:

• Include them;
• Bring your watch to your iPhone. Wait for a while until a message appears on the phone screen prompting you to use your smartphone to make settings. In it, click "Next". If it doesn't appear, check Bluetooth - it should be turned on. You can also open the corresponding application and click the Create Pair button;
• After that, a special animation will appear on the watch screen, and the smartphone will turn on the camera through which it will recognize it. Position the display of the companion device in the center of the viewfinder as shown in the prompts. If automatic recognition does not occur, click the Create Manual Pairing button. The wizard will show you instructions for pairing devices;
• Choose which hand you plan to wear the watch on;
• Agree to all terms of use;
• Enter your Apple ID password.

How to connect Apple Watch 2, 3 to WiFi?

The smartwatch, upon initial activation, copies the settings profile from the connected smartphone. That is, if Wi-Fi, GPS, Siri, etc. are enabled on the iPhone, they are automatically activated on the companion device as well. Passwords wireless networks will also be transferred along with the rest of the data.

You can enable WiFi on Apple Watch 3, as well as disable it or configure other settings, directly in the corresponding window of the First Time Setup Wizard.

What else can you do?

In the Quick Start Wizard, you can also:

• Set a password for login. It will be activated when you remove this accessory from your hand;
• Set up a branded payment service;
• Install applications from the AppStore.

During the initial setup, various tips for use will be shown on the smartphone screen.

Key features of Apple Watch Series 2, 3

Analysis of Apple Watch Series 2, 3 activity

Tracking software physical indicators is called "Activity" and is preinstalled by watchOS, that is, it is ready to work immediately after the initial setup.

Interesting

Instructions on how to turn activity tracking on or off are shown directly in the first-time setup wizard on your smartphone. There are hints in the application itself.

The donut chart interface displays the following metrics:

• The number of calories burned while moving (the "Mobility" parameter);
• Total duration of movements (parameter "Exercises");
• The number of hours in the current day, in each of which you moved for at least 1 minute (parameter "With warm-up").

To view detailed information about each parameter, you need to swipe up on the screen with pie charts.

The Exercise and Warm Up options are not configurable. "Mobility" can be changed by a strong tap on any screen - after that a screen will open with the settings for the number of calories that need to be burned to reach the daily goal.

Reminders about the need to "walk" are configured in the control application on the smartphone, in the tab "My Watch" - "Activity".

How to measure pressure on Apple Watch Series 2, 3?

No way. This model, like the previous ones, is not equipped with a built-in tonometer and therefore cannot measure blood pressure.

Heart rate measurement on Apple Watch 2, 3

To measure your heart rate, you must start the Pulse program from the applications menu. In addition, the device constantly analyzes the heart rate when the "Training" mode is active, as well as 3 minutes after its completion.

When you open the Pulse program for the first time, the application will offer you to turn on notifications about increased heart rate if you are not physically active. This function can be activated if required.

Heart rate variability Apple Watch

To measure heart rate, photoplethysmography technology is used, i.e. the pulse is analyzed by the degree of light transmission of blood in the vessels under the skin.

As a result, the quality of heart rate measurement can vary depending on how the photocells are adhered to the skin, on the skin color, on the user's health and other factors. The exact value may differ by several beats per minute from the measured value, both upward and downward.

Sleep analysis in Apple Watch Series 2, 3

There are no built-in tools for monitoring the quality and phases of sleep in this companion device. Therefore, for tracking, it is recommended to use a third-party software which can be downloaded from the AppStore - such as Sleep ++, AutoSleep, Sleep Better, Sleep Tracker, etc.

How to track sleep on Apple Watch 2, 3 using third-party software

The principle of operation of various third-party software is approximately the same. Would need:

1. Install the desired sleep tracker from the AppStore;
2. Open sleep tracker and start tracking mode.

Smart alarm for Apple Watch Series 2, 3

To use the watch as a smart alarm, you will also need to install third-party software that supports this function. For example, Sleep ++ or similar from the above list.

How do I use Apple Pay on Apple Watch 2, 3?

In order for the branded to work payment service, you will need to set a passcode. This is described in the instructions for the initial setup of the device. In addition, right in the same menu, you can link the card with which you plan to pay for purchases.

To configure the service, if this item was skipped in the initial configuration menu, you will need:

1. Open the Watch application on your smartphone;
2. Open the "My Watch" tab;
3. Open the item "Wallet and Apple Pay";
4. If a passcode has not been set on the watch, the application will prompt you to install it right now. Do it;
5. Click "Add card";
6. Select a card from the list of already linked ones - or enter the data for a new one;
7. Enter the security code of the card;
8. Click "Next" and wait for information from the issuing bank;
9. Click Next.

That's it, the branded payment service will work.

To pay in a store, you need to quickly press the side button on the watch twice and then bring it with the screen down to the terminal. They vibrate slightly when activated.

Need to know

If the size of the transaction exceeds 1000 rubles, you will have to enter the PIN-code of the linked card on the terminal to pay.

Unlock Mac with Apple Watch

The watch can only unlock Mac computers and laptops that run macOS High Sierra and support wireless connection via bluetooth. In addition, all company devices must be associated with the same account. To set up unlocking, you need to do the following:

1. On a computer or laptop, open the "Settings" application, select "Protection and Security", then "General";
2. Check the box next to "Unblock Mac with Watch";
3. Enter password account;
4. Confirm.

Everything. The computer will now unlock automatically.

How do I charge Apple Watch Series 2, 3?

To charge, you need to use the included wireless charger. It is enough to connect it to the network and put the watch back side on its active surface. The charger is equipped with special magnets that automatically align it.

AirPower wireless charging can also be used.

How to charge Apple Watch outside the home

For charging, you can use not only the household network. The power cable can also be connected to USB ports computer, laptop, external battery("Power bank") or any similar charger.

How to update Apple Watch 2, 3?

Updating the software (watchOS) is done through the tied iPhone smartphone... Instructions:

1. Set your watch to charge. Until the update is completed, you cannot remove from the charge;
2. Make sure they are more than 50% charged;
3. Open the Watch application on your smartphone, in it - the "My Watch" tab;
4. Select the item "Basic", in it - "Software update";
5. Download the update. If necessary, you will need to enter a password for your account;
6. The update will install automatically;
7. Installing the update may take time. Wait for completion. The corresponding indicator will inform about it.

You can remove the watch from charging only after the update is completed.

Can Apple Watch be connected to Android?

No. Apple Watch does not work with Android phones. Does not exist third party application that would mimic the corresponding iOS software.

However, the user community is looking for a different way to pair these two devices. But on currently the answer to the question "Does Apple Watch work with Android" is no, it doesn't.

Apple Watch Series 2, 3 Quick Guide

How to check Apple Watch 2, 3 for authenticity

First, make sure it's a Watch, not an iWatch smartwatch or something like that.

How to check Apple Watch upon purchase:

1. Conduct a visual inspection. Make sure that the case is free of any connectors, including slots for SIM cards or memory cards, connectors for charging, etc .;
2. Turn on the device. Make sure it turns on in principle;
3. Try to connect to your smartphone. If, during the initial setup, the device prompted you to enter your account data, you can enter. The main thing is that there is no "Activate Watch" screen.

How to turn off GPS on Apple Watch 3

GPS does not turn off. It can be disabled on the phone, then the number of geolocation requests will decrease slightly.

Apple Watch Series 2, 3 won't charge - what to do?

If Apple Watch won't charge, you can try the following:

1. Make sure the power supply is plugged into a power outlet and that there is power. Try a different outlet;
2. Make sure the wireless charger is in contact with the watch and the magnets are aligned. Try reconnecting. Try flipping the charger;
3. Make sure that the chargers (including the wireless module, cable and power supply) are original and supplied;
4. The charger must not have a shipping tape on either side;
5. The charger and watch must be clean;
6. Try to force restart your watch. Press the round and side buttons and hold them for 10 seconds. After rebooting, put on charge again;
7. Try a different cable, a different power supply, or a different wireless charger.

If they still do not charge, take them to a service center.

How to reset Apple Watch to factory settings

The easiest way to reset is to remotely delete all personal data via the iCloud service:

1. Open the icloud.com website on your computer;
2. Log in with your account;
3. Select "Find iPhone";
4. Choose from available devices your watch;
5. Click "Erase" and then select "Next" until the process is complete;
6. Also, click the "Delete" button (the icon with a cross) next to the name of the clock.

Through the app it is a little trickier. More on this will be written later in this manual in Russian (in the section "How to break a pair").

In order to reset the watch (to carry out the so-called "Apple Watch Restore"), the associated iPhone must be connected to the Internet via mobile communications or Wi-Fi.

How to charge Apple Watch without original charging

The third generation companion device (Apple Watch series 3) has limited support for Qi wireless charging and may be compatible with some chargers. Try to attach it with the back to the active charger with Qi support for a few seconds. If charging goes, this device can be used.

How to unpair Apple Watch 2, 3

Before selling the watch, you will need to remove your own credentials from the watch. How to unlink Apple Watch from Apple ID:

1. Open the control application on the phone;
2. Open the "My Watch" tab;
3. Open the "Information" menu (denoted by the i symbol in a circle next to the watch name);
4. Select "Break pair";
5. If used tariff plan, click "Delete tariff";
6. Enter the password for your account;
7. Reaffirm your desire to break the pair.

Unlinking also resets to factory settings.

I do not receive notifications on Apple Watch Series 2, 3

This may be due to the following:

• The smartphone to which the smartwatch is connected is currently in use. Then notifications are displayed on it;
• The watch has a screen lock or Do Not Disturb mode. Unlock or disable this mode through the Control Center;
• The watch is disconnected from the phone. This is reported in the Control Center with a special pictogram. Turn on Wi-Fi phone and Bluetooth, and on your watch, first activate Airplane Mode and then deactivate it.

How to unlock Apple Watch 2, 3

To unlock the watch, touch its screen or briefly press any button, and then enter the previously set passcode.

How to change the band on Apple Watch 2, 3

(or pair with another iPhone), then you will certainly face the need to untie the device from the iPhone (unpair). It is very simple to do this: you just need to perform a number of simple actions, and you can do this even in the absence of a smartphone.

You may also need to unlink Apple Watch from iPhone if one of the gadgets malfunctions.

How to untie (unpair) Apple Watch from iPhone if both devices are in front of you - method 1

1 ... Place both gadgets next to each other;

2 ... Open the Apple Watch application on the smartphone;

3 ... In the window that opens, at the bottom, there will be a menu “ My watch"- click on it;

4 ... After that, you should click on the item " Apple Watch", On the next screen you must click on "I".

5 ... By clicking on the " Unpair Apple Watch», You must confirm the cancellation of device synchronization, after which all data about the clock will be deleted from the communicator.

How to untie (unpair) Apple Watch without iPhone - method 2

It is possible to untie the watch from the smartphone, even if both devices are not close to each other (for example, if the iPhone is lost). To do this, go to the application " Settings"On Apple Watch (gear icon), go from there to the section" The main", Select the menu" Reset"And click on the item" Erase all content».

This action will reset your Apple Watch to factory settings (all data will be deleted) and will also unpair the existing iPhone pair.

How to untie (unpair) Apple Watch from iPhone, if the watch has a passcode, but you forgot it

There is a method to unlink the Apple Watch from the iPhone, even if a passcode was set on the watch, which you, by an absurd accident, forgot. For this:

1 ... Set Apple Watch to charge.

2 ... Press and hold the side button until the slider appears Off.

3 ... Press hard on the slider Off and swipe up, then a button will appear on the watch screen. Erase content and settings.

4 ... Click on the button Erase content and settings and confirm the action. The watch will be reset to factory settings (all data will be deleted), in addition, the Apple Watch will be unlinked from the iPhone.

In the fall of 2014, Apple introduced the world to the "smart watch" Apple Watch. When buying them, many actions will become available to you, provided that you have an apple smartphone no older than model 5. Apple Watch is connected to iPhone and has the ability to exchange information.

Manufacturers have taken care of features such as:

• sending messages ( voice control, the watch does not have the usual keyboard due to its size);
• pulse diagnostics;
• the ability to use Siri functions;
• reading simple emails their removal, and selection;
• the ability to download music no more than 2GB;
• synchronization with iPhone, exchange of information and applications supported with the Watch.

Display 1.5 inches or 1.32 in the smaller model. Protected by sapphire crystal. Reacts to pressing force.

On the side of the device there is a button-wheel that you use to perform basic functions and a floating key at the bottom (for calls and messages). See the photo.

2 core processor coupled with GPU. Good enough navigation system provided with a GPS receiver. Communication takes place via Bluetoot and Wi-Fi. In 2016, Apple released a watch for the second Apple generations Watch Series 2.

Setting up Apple Watch

If you are using a non-updated iPhone to 5 (more early versions do not support the clock), then updates Watch apps not required. Accordingly, if you follow the updates of your smartphone, then they are also necessary on the watch. Before you start setting up your watch, make sure they are charged.

How to connect Apple Watch to iPhone

Let's take a look at how to pair your Apple Watch. To do this, follow your intuition and device tips, you can easily figure out how to create iPhone binding and Watch.

So, if the watch is charged less than 60%, then it needs to be charged. The time taken to recharge will be equal to one hour, but sufficient recharging will be required while the devices are connected.

How to turn on Apple Watch

Press the button on the side. A language prompt appears on the screen. After determining the interface language, the device will switch to the mode of creating a binding to the smartphone.

Launch the Watch program and press the pairing button that appears, bring the phone camera to the image on the watch (the devices should be nearby while the synchronization is in progress, as in the photo).

Then follow the iPhone activation prompts. Set up as new or restore (if not the first watch) and select your hand (left or right). To use the Digital Touch and Handoff functions, enter Apple password ID. You will be prompted to enable iPhone search... Turn it on.

Synchronization

• Diagnostics, geolocation and Siri must be in sync.
• Create a password and determine if the iPhone will automatically reset the lock from the watch.
• When you click Install All, the programs from your phone will appear on the Watch, when you click Later, only basic information appears. Synchronization time depends on the number of linked programs.
• When the previous operation is completed, the device will beep. On the Internet, you can always find a video review on this topic.
• Installing updates on the watch.
• Open “My Watch” in the Watch application
• Then "Basic" and "Software Update"
• Further messages about updates will appear (if, of course, they are required). Install following the prompts.
• If all compatible programs on Apple Watch were not set up automatically from the "My Watch" item, you will have to download them manually.
• You can set up notifications by clicking on "Notifications" in the item "My watch".
• It is possible to adjust the brightness of the screen through the section "Brightness and text size".

How to use Apple Watch

The screen is activated when you bring the watch to your eyes and goes out as soon as you take your hand away. You can find all the answers to questions related to the use and setting of the clock in the manual attached to them. The instruction in Russian describes in detail how to use the watch. On the web, you can find a video overview on how to set up a binding or how to set up a clock.

By activating the Activity App, you can control physical activity, rest time. The device notifies you about the amount of time spent walking or motionless and reminds you of a change in position. In the item "Health", you can track your condition.

When you press the wheel on the side once (see the first photo), it becomes available:

• turning on the screen;
• you can go from the main tab to the watch face;
• return to the main page while in the application;
• activate Siri
• with the help of "Preview" you can always be aware of your important affairs.
• If the Watch does not turn on, it is better to restart the watch. How to restart Apple Watch is described in detail in the instructions.
• You can configure it again after which the devices are included in the work, and you already know how to configure.
• You can make an urgent call by pressing the side button or using voice command... It is possible to send a template message.

Apple Watch 2 can be immersed in water for up to 30 minutes and no deeper than 1 meter. At the creation of Apple Watch Series 2 Apple manufacturers have tried to accommodate requests modern man who wants to save time, but at the same time go in for sports, relax, work, be aware of their affairs. But Apple warns against bathing with Apple watch Watch in salt water, while showering in a smartwatch is not prohibited. The clock works even in water, as shown in the photo.

The watch does not have a camera for creating a photo, apparently due to the fact that the entire smart mechanism is in a small metal box.

Description of how to untie Apple Watch from iPhone

If there is a need to sell devices or change iPhones, you need to break their synchronization. This can be done without a smartphone by following a few simple steps:

• Bring the devices closer. Open Apple Watch.
• In the menu "My Watch" go to Apple Watch and mark the letter "i" located opposite.
• Then click the "Unpair Apple Watch" item. Thus, all data will be deleted.
• Another way to decouple when devices are not nearby.
• We go into the clock settings.
• Click on "Basic".
• We press "Reset".
• And we erase all the data that was synchronized. This will reset the information to the factory settings.
• A way to unlink the watch from the iPhone if the password is forgotten.
• We put smart watches on charge.
• Press the wheel on the side and hold it until "Off" appears on the screen.
• We click on the shutdown and on the appeared "Erase content and settings". The data is deleted and the devices will be unlinked.