The WatchOS 5.2 version is officially available for all supported Apple Watch devices. If you have already updated your Watch to the WatchOS 5.2 version, but still encounter the poor battery life, you should then read on this post to fix them.
This guide was updated on April 1st, 2019 with the latest WatchOS 5.2 version: Fast Battery Drain In WatchOS 5.2? How To Fix It
Apple Watch is one of the best smartwatches on the market. Apple now dominates the wearable market with more than 50 percent market share, beating out top rivals like Samsung, Sony, or Fitbit. The reason behind Apple Watch’s great success lies in its optimized watchOS and hardware. Apple has been improving its watchOS since the launch day, adding new features to the operating system.
At this year’s WWDC event, Apple unveiled watchOS 5 after months of endless rumors and leaks. watchOS 5 retains what we have loved about its previous versions while adding new innovative features to the operating system. watchOS 5 is promising major upgrades through a reworked user interface and improved Health apps. watchOS 5 is now available out there, however, we have started to hear some of the issues Apple Watch owners are facing with Apple’s latest version of watchOS. One such issue lies in the poor battery life. A lot of Apple Watch owners have reported that their Watch’s battery is running out fast after updating to watchOS 5.
If you are among those who have been affected by the issue, then we are here to help. In this guide, we are going to walk you through the steps on how to fix battery life problems in watchOS 5. Before we begin, make sure you have the latest software update on your Watch. Keep in mind that a new software update usually includes fixes for bugs and errors found in the previous versions, so it’s a good idea to stay up-to-date.
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First, check how much battery you have got left on your Watch
Before we dive deeper into our step-by-step guide, we recommend that you check how much battery life you have left. Apple confirmed that the Series 4 can last up to 18 hours of battery life. However, a lot of users are complaining that their battery life is draining fast in watchOS 5, forcing them to charge up their device multiple times.
In reality, there could be any reason for why your Watch’s battery is running out quickly ranging from outdated software update to infected apps. The first thing you need to do is to reboot your Watch. Keep in mind that rebooting helps you fix some major problems like app crashes, frozen keyboard, or unresponsive touchscreen. To reboot an Apple Watch, press and hold both the Digital Crown and the Side button at once, and keep both buttons pressed until you see an Apple logo and release. Once your Watch finishes booting up, check if the problem is fixed. If the problem still persists, then make sure you read on to find out more.
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Repair
If you now have an iOS device connected to your Watch, then try un-pairing them to see if the problem is dealt with. In reality, pairing your Apple Watch with an iPhone or iPad may cause your battery to drain quickly. To un-pair your Apple Watch, you first need to launch the Watch app on your iPhone, then tap on your Watch at the top of the screen and hit the Information button. After that, hit Unpair Apple Watch and confirm your action.
Alternatively, you can un-pair an Apple Watch directly on your wearable, eliminating the need for an iPhone. To do this, press the Digital Crown button, then hit the Settings app and tap on General. After that, tap on Reset at the bottom and proceed with erasing all contents and settings. Now just simply enter the passcode to confirm.
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Keep your screen black
Apple Watch sits among the first Apple devices with an OLED display panel. LG Display is now Apple’s sole supplier of OLED panels for Apple’s wearables. Last year, the South Korean firm secured a deal with Apple to provide hundreds of millions of OLED panels for future smartwatches.
The adoption of an OLED display offers brighter details and better picture quality when compared to LCD panels. However, keep in mind that brighter screen may drain your battery fast. Fortunately, you can switch to your preferred watch faces that fit your needs. Indeed, you can customize your watch face to match with your daily activities. In this case, it’s a good idea to switch to a black watch face to save some power.
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Turn off unnecessary pushes
When a new notification comes in, it will show up on your Apple Watch or your paired iPhone. While this comes in handy as you can reply to your messages without the need for a nearby iOS device, one major drawback lies in battery problems. Fortunately, you can turn off push notifications for everything you no longer need on your Apple Watch. To do this, open the Watch app on your iPhone, then select Notifications tab and disable anything you don’t need.
These are the best tips for fixing battery life problems in watchOS 5. Hopefully, they work for you. If you stumble upon any issues during the process, let us know in the comments below.
