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Does a new watch need charging out of the box?

Does a new Apple Watch need charging out of the box? I held the button but it won’t turn on.

Posted on May 8, 2021 7:35 AM

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May 8, 2021 9:39 AM in response to Community User

Thanks, a big help.

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May 8, 2021 7:54 AM in response to 4gr

Yes I would give it at least an hour,if the watch has been sat on an apple store stockroom shelf then it can go completely flat,mine did.

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May 8, 2021 9:47 AM in response to 4gr

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