What is the ideal way to charge my new Apple Watch Series 9?

I have recently (1 week) upgraded to a new series 9 watch. I have worn it all day and battery level is 70%. Should I put it on overnight charge or run it down next day?


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Posted on Jun 22, 2024 3:17 PM

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Posted on Jun 22, 2024 3:37 PM

NEVER run the battery to empty. That is the fastest way to destroy a Li-Ion battery.


If you are not going to wear your Apple Watch for sleep monitoring, then put it on the charger every night so you are in the habit.


If you are going to wear it for sleep monitoring, the make sure you are using an 18watt or higher power supply, so you get fast charging, then charge it while getting ready for bed, then charge it again while you are getting ready for your day.


Or find some other daily charging habit, as over time, your Apple Watch will need to be charged daily, and it is best to establish your habits now.

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Jun 22, 2024 3:37 PM in response to stedman1

NEVER run the battery to empty. That is the fastest way to destroy a Li-Ion battery.


If you are not going to wear your Apple Watch for sleep monitoring, then put it on the charger every night so you are in the habit.


If you are going to wear it for sleep monitoring, the make sure you are using an 18watt or higher power supply, so you get fast charging, then charge it while getting ready for bed, then charge it again while you are getting ready for your day.


Or find some other daily charging habit, as over time, your Apple Watch will need to be charged daily, and it is best to establish your habits now.

Jun 22, 2024 3:28 PM in response to plumsteadbb

While I’m sure your schedule won’t be the same as mine, I find it best to charge my watch when it is convenient for me. That usually works out to be to put it in charge while I have a shower, or early in the day as I have my morning coffee. I regularly use my watch for sleep monitoring, so I sometimes charge it just prior to bedtime, if I suspect it would be low by morning.

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