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Apple Watch Series 9
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I can't send and receive iMessages on my Apple Watch Series 9 watchOS 10
Cause 1 of 7: There are problems activating iMessage
The first time you activate iMessage, it may take a while before the activation is completed.
Solution: Turn off iMessage in the settings on the paired phone and try setting up the phone for iMessaging again after some time.
