APPLE WATCH GEN 5 - Wrist movement doesnt work

Hey Guys,

I have had my watch for a while. No issues. But for some reason the only way I can see the screen is by touching the screen. I used to just raise my wrist and it would active the notification or show me the time. Now that is not working and the setting seem to be all correct. Help!

Posted on Sep 15, 2020 5:27 AM

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Sep 15, 2020 5:33 AM in response to rustydesigndude

Make sure Theatre Mode is not ON.

Swipe up on your Watch screen to see the Control Centre.

Theatre Mode (icon with 2 masks) should be OFF

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Sep 15, 2020 5:40 AM in response to ckuan

YES! That is IT! How did you know??? Cant thank you enough!

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Sep 15, 2020 5:46 AM in response to rustydesigndude

You're welcome.

Theatre Mode as the name implies, you don't want it to switch ON when you are in a theatre/cinema when you move your arm.

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