Apple Watch Series 8 screen locking
Why is my Apple Watch (Series 8) screen locking now and have to hold crown to unlock literally every time i want to check time
Apple Watch Series 8, watchOS 9
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Hi suerush,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. We understand you have some questions regarding your Apple Watch, and we're happy to help. Check out the resources below that can help resolve issues with your Apple Watch locking unexpectedly.
- One setting to check is "Always on" See more about that here: Use the Always On feature with your Apple Watch - Apple Support
- Review the settings for unlocking/locking your Apple Watch, and specifically the section "Lock Automatically" to review wrist detection settings here: Lock or unlock Apple Watch - Apple Support
- If all your settings are correct, restart your Apple Watch. Restarting can resolve a variety of concerns. See how to restart here: Restart your Apple Watch - Apple Support
Thanks.