Apple Watch OS 26.2 Update - Bluetooth issue, Watch not pairing with phone

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Apple Watch OS 26.2 Update - Bluetooth issue, Watch not pairing with phone

During my troubleshooting with the Ghost Vibration and Application Issues since the 26.2 update, I'm noticing my watch is losing connection with my phone. If I go to my Bluetooth Settings, my phone is not connected. I will try to reconnect and it's telling me to make sure it's on and in range.

Repairing my phone will work for a while then will disconnect again.

It appears Bluetooth either from the iPhone or Watch is causing the issues with the Ghost Vibration and Application Issues since the OS 26.2 update.

Posted on Dec 16, 2025 5:10 AM

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Mudmeup Author

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Dec 16, 2025 5:35 AM in response to iHelper_SK

That didn't work. I ended up doing another hard boot of both devices to get the watch to connect to Bluetooth on iPhone. We will see how long it will stay connected.

The drop in Bluetooth connectivity is affecting apps, like Outlook not working on the Watch, or Health data not syncing normally. Like I said, we will see how long it stays connected.

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