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watch activation problems

  1. FireFish

    Cannot activate an eSim on an Apple Watch from AT&T FirstNet

    Cannot activate an eSim on an Apple Watch from AT&T FirstNet Cannot activate an eSim on an Apple Watch from AT&T FirstNet I've tried everything, including sending the Watch in for Apple repair twice. During the initial Apple Watch setup wizard, the Cellular step is unavailable: The setup...
  2. Ameer_1

    Apple Watch Help

    Hello everyone, I sold my Series 8 cellular a few weeks back, and the buyer just told me this is what shows up on the watch “Activation Lock prevents anyone, not the owner from using this Apple Watch. To unlock this Apple Watch, enter the Apple ID and password used during setup. a•••••@aol.com”
  3. GoddessGermanika

    Apple Watch your iPhone not connected to internet bug

    I have an old Watch 1st gen linked to my iPhone that died. Worked perfectly. I rarely wear with home office but we used to use the WalkiTalkie feature to my husband Watch 4 which we have just to the EKG and steps and maybe to tell Siri to turn on and off lights. So, I disconnected it from my...
  4. D

    Apple ID with older MacBook attached to it doesn't work with Apple Watch Series 7?

    I have an Apple ID with an old MacBook (Mid 2010) that is running High Sierra (10.13.6) with all security patches etc. This is the latest version of macOS that this device can use. When I attempt to add a new Apple Watch Series 7 to the account I get the following dialog: and I'm concerned that...
  5. B

    Verizon Apple Watch Activation Experience

    I wanted to share my experience trying to activate my LTE S7 on my Verizon Plan replacing an LTE S6. I set my S7 up as a new watch, leaving my S6 to sit on the table while setting it up. First time attempting to pair to 13 Pro Max phone failed, second attempt, worked. However, when it came time...