MacRumors April 16, 2026 Rumor

Apple Stores Will Soon Be Able to Restore Apple Watch Software In-House

Apple retail locations and Apple Authorized Service Providers will soon be able to restore Apple Watch software in-store without needing to send an Apple Watch to a service center, according to a retail source that spoke to MacRumors. Right now, Apple Watches that can't be restored using an iPhone n…

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Apple Stores Will Soon Be Able to Restore Apple Watch Software In-House

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