20 common Apple Watch errors and how to fix them

The following article will show 20 common errors on Apple Watch and how to fix them.

1. Apple Watch won't turn on when you raise your wrist

Some users report that their Apple Watch does not light up when they lift their wrists.

To fix this, run the Watch app on your iPhone by going to the My Watch tab > General > Wake Screen and turning on the Wake Screen on Wrist Raise option. (Wake up the screen when raising the wrist).

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Apple Watch not turning on when raising the wrist is one of the common problems with users

2. Messages remain unread on Apple Watch

Apple Watch still has the error that the message has been read, but the system recognizes it as unread. Many users are annoyed by this problem.

To fix this, try closing the Messages app, then swap  iPhone  and Apple Watch by pressing and holding the power button and then turning to Power Off. Turn on your iPhone first, then your Apple Watch to sync them together. You can also disconnect them and then reconnect them again.

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3. Apple Watch can't send messages

Sometimes, Apple Watch users often encounter an error that cannot send messages. In case you can only send messages in text form, not being able to send other formats may cause problems for many of you.

To fix the error Apple Watch cannot send iMessage messages  , First, you need to restart both iPhone and Apple Watch devices. This is the fastest way to help you solve common problems without having to do other reinstallation.

Then, you can check if there is any problem with the iMessage feature on your iPhone. If there is an error from the iPhone, the fault lies with the iPhone, not the Apple Watch. You can sign out of iMessage and close the app, then turn it back on and sign back in to iMessage.

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4. Apple Watch error not connecting to iPhone

The error of not connecting to the iPhone when it has just been restarted or turned off  airplane mode  is one of the common errors on Apple Watch.

To fix this error, you should restart your iPhone by holding the power button on one side and sliding to power off. Then, search for the Apple Watch again to connect the two devices together.

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5. Digital Crown not working

Occasionally, the  Digital Crown  on Apple Watch hangs and becomes inoperable. The error of the Digital Crown button not working may be caused by a long-term dirty cause, please proceed to clean it by the following:

Remove the Apple Watch band > Turn off the watch > Soak the Digital Crown button in warm water for 10 to 15 seconds > Wipe the watch with a soft dry cloth > Start the Apple Watch > Check the working condition of the Digital Crown button.

If it still doesn't work, contact Apple customer center for assistance.

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6. Notifications don't appear on Apple Watch

Normally when iPhone (connected to Apple Watch) is turned on, notifications won't show up on the watch. But when the phone is turned off, these notifications are sent back to the Apple Watch.

If your Apple Watch doesn't receive notifications when your phone is off, it could be because the watch is locked, 'Do Not Disturb' mode is activated, or you have disabled the feature. 'Wrist Detection'.

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Here are some ways to fix this error:

Consider removing the password or tightening the watch band to fit your wrist. In case you forget your password, you'll need to delete the Apple Watch app on your phone by selecting My Watch > General > Reset > Erase Apple Watch Content and Settings and tapping to confirm.

 Turn off Do Not Disturb: If the Apple Watch 'Do Not Disturb' notification is activated, you'll see a moon icon on the watch face. Once there, simply turn the feature off by swiping up on the watch face, selecting 'Settings' and tapping the crescent moon icon.

In case the Apple Watch has a missing notification error due to 'Wrist Detection' not being activated, you just need to open the My Watch app > General > Wrist Detection to solve the problem.

7. Apple Watch not connecting to LTE

If  LTE  on Apple Watch fails to connect to a carrier, users can either restart Apple Watch or quickly turn airplane mode on and off on the device.

You can test again by turning off your iPhone or turning on airplane mode, and then check if you can make a phone call with an LTE-enabled Apple Watch.

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8. Bluetooth connection problem

Suddenly your Apple Watch won't connect to  Bluetooth , don't worry, there are a few effective methods you can try to get Bluetooth working again. Turn Bluetooth off on your Apple Watch, then turn it back on with your iPhone. This is the fastest way to deal with the above problem. After that, however, you'll have to re-pair these two devices or consider updating your Apple Watch.

In addition, another way you can also try is to switch the watch to the other wrist. Some people said that the Bluetooth connection error on the Apple Watch was fixed when they did that.

If the problem is with  Bluetooth headphones  and the music player, sync the playlists on your watch and turn off Bluetooth on your iPhone. This allows the music to play continuously without annoying disconnections.

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9. Poor battery life on Apple Watch

Normally, the battery life of Apple Watch can meet all day long use. However, some products also experience low battery life even if only used for a short time.

To deal with this low battery life error, try some of the methods below:

 Limit notifications: When there is a notification, the screen will light up which initiates the vibration feedback and the watch will work again. To improve battery life, users should limit notifications from essential apps using the Apple Watch app on iPhone.

 Turn off heart rate monitoring: Go to the Apple Watch app > Workout > Power Saving Mode > On. This will turn off the heart rate sensor during exercise to help prolong the battery life of the Apple Watch.

 Restart: Restarting your Apple watch can fix a lot of problems.

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10. Apple Watch can't make calls

Some of the main reasons are as follows:

 Apple Watch loses signal: When the signal is lost, your watch will not be able to receive calls. At this point, you just need to move to another place with phone signal and all problems will be solved.

 Apple Watch is in airplane mode: Your watch may not be able to make calls because you accidentally turned on airplane mode.

To make your Apple Watch hear back calls, simply turn off this mode right on your watch by swiping the watch screen from top to bottom, find the airplane icon, and tap it. When the icon is not lit (yellow) it means airplane mode is turned off.

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11. Apple Watch running slow

Many users complain that the processing power of the Apple Watch will slow down when downloading more applications to the device. Readers can fix this problem by accessing the Apple Watch app on iPhone and limiting the number of apps installed.

How to remove apps: Go to the Apple Watch app > Scroll down > tap Apps you don't use > Tap the toggle button to turn off Show on your Apple Watch.

This action cannot fix the slow loading of information on iPhone applications, but it can handle common slow processing cases. In addition, users should also check to see if the watchOS software   on their device is up to date as Apple is constantly upgrading and improving the processing capabilities of the Apple Watch launched on the software. this

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12. Apple Watch doesn't track activity

All user's daily exercise information will be lost if Apple Watch encounters this error. The article will guide you through some basic fixes as follows:

On your iPhone connected to your Apple Watch, launch the Watch app and go to My Watch > General > Wrist Detection. Please enable this option if it is already disabled. Also, make sure Bluetooth is turned on by going to Settings > Bluetooth.

Go to the app on your iPhone and follow the link My Watch > Health > Edit to adjust your workout parameters.

If you need to track how far you've run, open the Workout app and change the settings in Quick Start Walk and Outdoor Walk. On iPhone, go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services and turn Apple Watch Faces to While using. Next, scroll down to System Services and turn on all the settings related to location and distance.

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13. Unable to update software on Apple Watch

If you get this error, restart both your Apple Watch and iPhone.

If your Apple Watch doesn't download the latest update, open the Watch app on your iPhone, select My Watch > General > Usage > Software Update, then delete the old update file and try the new update.

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14. App crashes

If you find that your Apple Watch is frequently crashing or locked and completely unresponsive, there are a few things you can try:

1. The first thing you should try is to check to make sure the app that's having the problem is updated. If not, update them and try the apps again.
2. If your Apple Watch is locked and unresponsive, try holding the side button and the digital dial together for at least ten seconds until you see the Apple logo.
3. Try removing and reinstalling the app(s) that are causing the problem. Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, tap the problematic app, and turn off Show Apps on Apple Watch.
4. Sometimes factory reset will get rid of glitches like this, however you will have to set up your Apple Watch again.

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15. Apps Freeze

With the app freezing problem, try the same solutions as the app crashes in section 14 of the article.

16. Slow App Loading on Apple Watch

If you often download apps to use on Apple Watch, but you feel that the download process is very long and takes a lot of time, you should first check the network connection to see if it is good or not. If the network connection is weak, the download process will take a long time.

Besides, when you notice that an application is loading unusually slowly, you should cancel the download of the application, and then try to download it again from the beginning.

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17. Can't download apps

Your Apple Watch can't load apps, preventing you from using all the handy features you need on a smartwatch. The cause may stem from the settings on the iPhone as well as the Apple Watch not syncing. You can try some of the following solutions to fix the problem:

 Check the iOS operating system you're using: To make sure your Apple Watch is up to date with the latest apps and features, you must make sure you've updated  iOS  first.

 Check WiFi connection from Apple Watch: You should check  WiFi is  stable and your Apple Watch can conveniently recognize iPhone. Apple Watch does not support 5GHz WiFi, so you need to change WiFi to 2.4GHz network if you have problems installing software.

 Exit and restart: Disconnect your Apple Watch from your iPhone and power off your Apple Watch. Then restart Apple Watch and reconnect to iPhone.

18. Apple Watch stuck at black screen of death (hanging apple)

Apple Watch suddenly froze, unresponsive? Or there are cases where the Apple Watch is stuck at the start screen. This is also one of the common errors on Apple Watch.

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19. Apple Watch stuck on software update

This error condition occurs when Apple Watch hangs during a software update. The solution in this situation is similar to the situation in section 18 of the article.

20. iPhone Contacts Not Syncing With Apple Watch

If you find that your Apple Watch is not syncing automatically, first check that the WiFi and Bluetooth connections on your iPhone are turned on and are stable.

In addition, before forcing Apple Watch to sync with iPhone, you should also reset the sync data first. You open the Watch app on your iPhone. Tap the My Watch tab > General > Tap Reset > Tap Reset Sync Data.

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Marvin Fry

Update 21 July 2021