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robertfromjoplin

Q: How long will the watch work while listening to music thru blue tooth headphones while using workout for long runs? Mine stopped after a full charge before 2 hours.

I just bought the sports version apple watch and got my tutorial. Downloaded a play list and updated the software.

The saleman and tech person said to expect about 18 hours before needing a charge.

I ran a half marathon and listened to music and moniotred my pace hear rate and time. The watch did quit right after I finsihed the race. So it had been off charge foir about 3 hours.

How long should I expect the watch to stay up and running with those activites?

That's what I do, some times running for over 3 hours at a time.

Thanks Mac

Apple Watch Sport 42mm, watchOS 2

Posted on Oct 19, 2015 8:27 AM

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  • by Jonathan UK,Apple recommended

    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK Oct 19, 2015 11:07 AM in response to robertfromjoplin
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    Oct 19, 2015 11:07 AM in response to robertfromjoplin

    Hi Robert

     

    In tests, Apple achieved:

     

    • 6.5 hours of battery life with a workout session active and the heart rate sensor active throughout;
    • 6.5 hours of battery life when playing music from Apple Watch via Bluetooth.

     

    The 18 hours battery life refers to a different test with the following usage: 90 time checks, 90 notifications, 45 minutes of app use and a 30-minute workout with music playback from Apple Watch via Bluetooth, all performed over the course of 18 hours.

     

    More information: http://www.apple.com/watch/battery.html

  • by robertfromjoplin,

    robertfromjoplin robertfromjoplin Oct 19, 2015 11:31 AM in response to Jonathan UK
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    Oct 19, 2015 11:31 AM in response to Jonathan UK

    However, I hope that math avg averages up somne for part of the overlap.  That will cut my workouts short, sometimes.

  • by Jonathan UK,Helpful

    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK Oct 19, 2015 3:19 PM in response to robertfromjoplin
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    Oct 19, 2015 3:19 PM in response to robertfromjoplin

    You can achieve longer battery life by disabling the built-in heart rate sensor or using a Bluetooth chest strap.

     

    You can disable the heart rate sensor during running and walking workouts by turning on Power Saving Mode:

    - On your iPhone, in the Apple Watch app, go to: My Watch > Workout - turn on Power Saving Mode.

    - With the heart rate sensor turned off, calorie estimations may be less accurate.

     

    To use a Bluetooth chest strap instead of the built-in heart rate sensor:

    - Pair the chest strap with your watch by putting the strap into pairing mode, then going to Settings > Bluetooth on your watch and choosing the chest strap from the devices list.

  • by robertfromjoplin,

    robertfromjoplin robertfromjoplin Oct 19, 2015 3:22 PM in response to Jonathan UK
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    Oct 19, 2015 3:22 PM in response to Jonathan UK

    Yea, but those are the reasons I bought the watch: for hrt rate without the chest strap and bluetooth music to headphones, without having to carry my iphone. Not quite the ideal workout machine I had hoped for.

    Thanks for your help

    Mac

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    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK Oct 19, 2015 4:07 PM in response to robertfromjoplin
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    Oct 19, 2015 4:07 PM in response to robertfromjoplin

    You're most welcome, Mac!

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    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK Oct 19, 2015 4:22 PM in response to robertfromjoplin
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    Oct 19, 2015 4:22 PM in response to robertfromjoplin

    If the watch does not meet your needs, keep in mind that Apple offers a returns policy for items bought directly from Apple. Terms can vary by country, but typically allow returns within 14 days. US policy here: http://www.apple.com/shop/help/returns_refund