iPhone 13 glitch: Apple Watch unlocking on a wipe‑out
So if you’re in the Apple Watch club and just bought an iPhone 13, you might notice that the “Unlock with Apple Watch” feature suddenly refuses to cooperate… a bit like a stubborn cat refusing to come when you call its name.
What’s going on?
- When you try to set up the magic key‑less handshake, the phone spits out a cheeky “Unable to Communicate with Apple Watch” banner.
- Even when you’re trying to sneak past a face mask, the lock screen won’t let the watch do its thing.
Apple’s reply
Apple’s support docs say the problem is exclusive to iPhone 13 models – no iPhone‑12 or newer iPads in the mix yet. The company assures users that a software patch is on the way and will be released “soon”.
What to do while you wait
- Keep the phone and watch plugged in – sometimes a fresh charge does the trick.
- Try toggling Settings > Phone > Unlock with Apple Watch off and back on again.
- Give Apple a quick call if it’s a non‑stop hassle; that support line can be a lifesaver.
Bottom line
It’s a hiccup that only pops up on the iPhone 13, and Apple’s already on it. Try the quick fixes; if all else fails, just wait for the update – it’s coming.
Apple Watch Unlock Glitches: Why Your iPhone’s Security is Acting Up
Everything we thought we knew about unlocking an iPhone with our Apple Watch just crumbled. After the latest updates to both watchOS and iOS, folks have been shouting across social‑media threads and the Apple Support forums that “Unlock with Apple Watch doesn’t work”—and trust me, it’s been as frustrating as trying to open a cabinet with a fork.
The “What Went Wrong?” Chronicles
- Both Devices Updated – After installing the newest versions of watchOS and iOS, the feature seems to have vanished into thin air.
- Passcode Fatigue – Turning off the passcode on the iPhone to see if that would revive the functionality? Nope, it still refuses to budge.
- Pair & Re‑pair Drama – Unpairing the Apple Watch from the phone, then pairing it back again? Still dead.
- Hard Reset Hooray – A full restoration of both devices? Cue the “dud” updates and still the same stubborn emptiness.
It’s Not All Doom and Gloom
Good news for those of us with older gear: the trick of Unlock with Apple Watch plays fair with devices that predate the latest revamp. If you’re rocking an iPhone X or an iPhone 11 Pro Max, that handy “no lock screen” power might still be your best friend.
Take Some Deep Breaths — And Maybe an Apple Support Ticket
When the universe decides to throw a wrench into your digital bliss, your best bet is to keep calm, follow the official support guides, or even flash a meme—or a heartfelt haiku—into the Apple community to keep the spirit up. Good luck, tech warriors!
