Out of box Apple Watch 8 dead on arrival

Brand new Apple Watch 8 will not charge…orange light to dark

Apple Watch Series 8

Posted on Feb 22, 2025 7:18 PM

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Posted on Feb 22, 2025 7:21 PM

Apple Watch Series 8 was sold through September of 2023, so this is new old stock.


At best, the battery has discharged, and needs to be charged for a few hours.


At worst, the battery has failed, or the watch was originally faulty.


If it won’t take a charge, contact the seller.

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Out of box Apple Watch 8 dead on arrival

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