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Why do I only have lightning bolt & time on my watch face?

Why do I only have lightening bolt and time showing on my watch face?

Apple Watch Series 2

Posted on Oct 6, 2017 7:22 PM

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Posted on Oct 7, 2017 2:14 AM

Hi


Apple Watch displays the time and a lightning bolt (and cannot be used for any other functions) when it has entered into Power Reserve mode, which happens automatically when the battery reaches a low charge level or when it is enabled manually.


To turn off Power Reserve mode, restart your Apple Watch: press and hold the side button until you see the Apple logo. You may need to charge your Apple Watch before it can be restarted.


More information:

Check your battery and charge your Apple Watch - Apple Support

If your Apple Watch won't charge or it won't turn on - Apple Support

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Why do I only have lightning bolt & time on my watch face?

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