Apple Watch screen is black but still responsive

Hi, my Apple Watch has a problem. I charged it for a very long time because I forgot about it, but then when I was going to grab it it was on a black screen. The screen still works but it’s stuck on a black screen, and the assistive touch blue thing on the screen was showing with the black screen so I think the screen is still working. When I pinged it I got a response. I also heard the charge. What should I do? I’m worried.

Apple Watch Series 9

Posted on May 24, 2025 5:34 PM

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Posted on May 25, 2025 10:09 AM

Did you try to force restart by pressing and holding the Digital Crown and the Side button together for about 10sec, until the Apple logo comes back again?


If this does not work, unpairing the watch would be the next step:

Unpair and erase your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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