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Q: Apple Watch Battery Drain

I just did the OS update last night.  Rebooted the phone twice.  I checked the batter while driving into work.  I don't use the watch for mail or messaging.

In one hour of just wear, the battery was down 20 percent.  Any ideas?

Posted on May 24, 2016 8:21 AM

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Q: Apple Watch Battery Drain

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  • by Jonathan UK,

    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK May 24, 2016 8:24 AM in response to msgtstocks
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    May 24, 2016 8:24 AM in response to msgtstocks

    Hi

     

    If you only updated your iPhone, it may help to also update your iPhone Apple Watch:

     

    - Update the software on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

  • by Jonathan UK,

    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK May 24, 2016 8:28 AM in response to msgtstocks
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    May 24, 2016 8:28 AM in response to msgtstocks

    Otherwise, the following steps have helped to resolve issues with battery life for some users:

     

    • Try restarting both your iPhone and watch:
      • Turn both devices off together, then restart your iPhone first.
      • To turn your watch off: press and hold the side button until you see the Power Off slider; drag it to turn off.
      • To turn it back on: press and hold the side button until you see the Apple logo.

     

     

    For the best performance from your watch, keep both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth permanently enabled on your iPhone.

  • by Jonathan UK,

    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK May 24, 2016 8:29 AM in response to msgtstocks
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    Apple Watch
    May 24, 2016 8:29 AM in response to msgtstocks

    Also, if you have ever previously used any third-party fitness tracking apps (such as Strava) to record workouts, check whether there is presently a paused activity within any of those apps.

     

    If there is, end the activity from within that app on your watch (not on your iPhone).