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Apple Watch 8 (WatchOS 9.2.1) drains so fast

Hi, i just got a brand new apple watch 8 with watchos 9.2.1 yesterday and my battery is draining so fast (50% in 7 hours) in a low power mode. I didn't use the workout app on the watch. Is this normal and is there a way to fix this?

Apple Watch Series 8

Posted on Mar 24, 2023 8:57 AM

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Posted on Mar 24, 2023 11:00 AM

The iphone should be on iOS16.3.1 then update the watch to OS9.3.1

Updates are in pairs. 


Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support 


Make sure you are not running VPN, VPN based adblockers or any other security apps on iphone.

Make sure walkie-talkie is not turned on in the Watch.

Test it for a while. If it is still misbehaving try this user tip


Apple Watch battery drain - the ultimate … - Apple Community





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Mar 24, 2023 11:00 AM in response to feliciaangelinez

The iphone should be on iOS16.3.1 then update the watch to OS9.3.1

Updates are in pairs. 


Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Update your Apple Watch - Apple Support 


Make sure you are not running VPN, VPN based adblockers or any other security apps on iphone.

Make sure walkie-talkie is not turned on in the Watch.

Test it for a while. If it is still misbehaving try this user tip


Apple Watch battery drain - the ultimate … - Apple Community





Apple Watch 8 (WatchOS 9.2.1) drains so fast

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