Issues with my Apple Watch post update

rhipidon wrote:

Hello everyone,

It appears that after the latest update, my Apple Watch SE 1, which has always worked well, is now unusable:

1. The battery drains very quickly.

2. It's impossible to tap the passcode to unlock it. The second digit that is tapped disappears, making it difficult to unlock the watch (a Reddit user has the same issue with Apple Watch SE 2).

3. The tapping animation works normally, but apps either don't open or open with a delay of 6-7 seconds after tapping multiple times. I have already reset the device, both from a backup and setting it up as new and nothing changes.

My watch is 2 years old, and as of today, it's either unusable or usable with enormous frustration. Does anyone else have the same problem, or does anyone know if this issue will be resolved?

I'm having no difficulties with my Watch 7. I also haven't seen any unusual number of complaints regarding this update. I think it might be worthwhile contacting Apple and arranging to have them run diagnostics.

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