The Apple Watch battery, like any rechargeable battery, doesn’t last forever. It has a “chemical age”: the older it is, the worse it holds a charge. This depends not just on time but on how intensively it’s used \u2013 how many charge-discharge cycles it has gone through. The battery condition is also affected by how you handle the gadget. It will drain faster if you often use it in hot conditions or leave it in the sun. Heat is the enemy of any battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The aging process of the battery is irreversible, but it can be slowed down by careful handling and proper settings. Here’s how.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How to Check Battery Capacity on Different Apple Watch Models<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This can be done only with models starting from Series 3 and newer. So, you can easily find out the battery capacity of Apple Watch 8, Apple Watch 7, and so on. Another detail: the software must be up-to-date \u2013 at least watchOS 7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Checking the Software Version on Apple Watch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Go to “Settings,” select “General,” then “About.” Here you’ll find all the important information, including which watchOS is being used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How to Quickly Check Battery Wear on Apple Watch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Take your watch and go to “Settings.” Select “Battery,” then scroll down to “Battery Health.” Scroll through the menu with the Digital Crown to see the battery capacity percentage. For example, “85%” means the capacity has decreased by 15%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now you know how to check the actual battery wear on Apple Watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Battery Life of Apple Watch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Battery life depends on the model and the degree of battery wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apple Watch Series 7 and 8, SE (2nd generation) can work for 18 hours on a single charge. There are more resilient models \u2013 Series 9, Watch Ultra, which last for 36 hours. The champion is Apple Watch Ultra 2, which lasts for three days. The specified battery life is for standby mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the battery drains faster than stated by Apple, it’s not necessarily a defect. This often happens due to app usage, which affects the gadget’s battery life. It decreases, for example, during workouts, music playback, or calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Next, we’ll tell you how to increase battery life to charge your device less frequently and extend the battery’s lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What is Optimized Battery Charging For<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This feature helps extend battery life by analyzing how you use the gadget and suggesting the best charging practices. For example, on weekdays when you are at the office or home, there’s no need to charge the watch “to the max.” But on active weekends, maximum charging might be useful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you use this feature consistently, the battery will certainly last longer. Usually, you don\u2019t need to enable it \u2013 the option is active by default. But it’s better to check just in case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note: Not all models have this feature. It\u2019s available to owners of Apple Watch Series 6, SE 2, and all newer models, including Apple Watch Ultra (should support watchOS 10).<\/p>\n\n\n\n When “Optimized Battery Charging” is enabled, the gadget charges to 80%. Additionally, there’s an “Optimized Charge Limit” feature. It charges up to 100% if needed, based on how you use the watch throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This feature is active by default. Your watch must support watchOS 10. This includes Apple Watch SE, Series 6, and newer models, plus Apple Watch Ultra\/Ultra 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To fully charge:<\/p>\n\n\n\n How to Enable Power Reserve Mode<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Battery saving is available in watchOS 9 and later versions. It increases the device’s battery life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here\u2019s how to enable power-saving mode on Apple Watch:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note that some features will be unavailable in power-saving mode. For example, heart rate and blood oxygen level measurements won\u2019t be available in the background. Heart rate irregularity notifications will be disabled, Wi-Fi will be limited, and notifications may be delayed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Power Saving in Eco Mode<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If your watch has software no older than watchOS 8, “Eco Mode” will help save battery. Apps will not be available \u2013 the watch will only show the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To enable the mode, go to Control Center, tap the battery percentage, and swipe right to activate the option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you still can\u2019t figure out how to check your Apple Watch battery capacity, visit iSpace. We’ll show you how the watch works, how to set it up, and how to enable power-saving mode. We\u2019ll also help you choose a new fitness gadget. Current Apple Watch models can be tried on, tested, and purchased if desired.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Battery wear is a natural process. The more often, longer, and intensively we use a gadget, the less its battery holds a charge. 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