User level: Level 1 (4 points)Is anyone else with iOS27 update unable to create a watch face through the Watch app and also going through Photos? I was able to do it through both before the update and now I am only able to choose the ones I already created in my Watch app as a Watch face.
Posted on Sep 17, 2026 3:12 PM
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)Sep 18, 2026 12:41 AM in response to Flugo315
Hi there
Please try this
Restart both devices: Turn off your iPhone and Apple Watch, then turn your iPhone back on first before turning on your watch.
Force close the Watch app: Swipe up on the Watch app preview in your iPhone app switcher to close it completely, then reopen it.
Create directly on the watch: Open the Photos app directly on your Apple Watch, select a photo, tap the share or more icon, and choose Create Watch Face.
Unpair and re-pair your watch: Open the Watch app on your iPhone, go to your watch list, tap the info button, choose Unpair Apple Watch, and then set it up again.
User level: Level 1 (4 points)Sep 21, 2026 9:33 AM in response to Flugo315
Thank you WheelieNick for your replies to my question. The first reply I followed all the steps and I am now able to create a watch face once again on my phone as well as my watch. I appreciate your willingness to help me as well as your time. God bless you.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256359295