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Apple Watch won’t charge after wearing in water

I wore my watch in the sea yesterday after setting it to waterproof. Now it won’t charge and no sign of life. Any help please?


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Posted on Jul 28, 2024 10:15 PM

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Posted on Jul 29, 2024 12:20 AM

Which Apple Watch are you using?

The Apple Watch is water resistant, but not waterproof:

About Apple Watch water resistance - Apple Support


Your should contact the official Apple Support about that, or visit an Authorised Apple Service Provider next to your place, water damage can not be fixed.

Apple Watch Service and Repair - Apple Support

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Jul 29, 2024 12:20 AM in response to Dolittle21

Which Apple Watch are you using?

The Apple Watch is water resistant, but not waterproof:

About Apple Watch water resistance - Apple Support


Your should contact the official Apple Support about that, or visit an Authorised Apple Service Provider next to your place, water damage can not be fixed.

Apple Watch Service and Repair - Apple Support

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Apple Watch won’t charge after wearing in water

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