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My Apple Watch charges however the charge isn’t holding nearly as long as it used to.

Do I need a new battery or is there something I need to do with my watch to get it to hold a charge like it used to?


Apple Watch Series 4, watchOS 6

Posted on Aug 17, 2020 6:44 PM

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Posted on Aug 17, 2020 7:38 PM

To understand Apple Watch performance and its relation to your battery.

Apple Watch Battery and Performance - Apple Support


“Battery life” is the amount of time your device runs before it needs to be recharged. “Battery lifespan” is the amount of time your battery lasts until it needs to be replaced. Maximize both and you’ll get the most out of your Apple devices, no matter which ones you own. See the "Tips for Apple Watch" section in:

Batteries - Maximizing Performance - Apple


If the battery drains too fast after an update, see the replies to:

Update 6.2.1 Battery Draining Too Quickly… - Apple Community


Service & repair.

watch Repair - Official Apple Support

watch Service Pricing - Apple Support


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Aug 17, 2020 7:38 PM in response to Sharvey9037

To understand Apple Watch performance and its relation to your battery.

Apple Watch Battery and Performance - Apple Support


“Battery life” is the amount of time your device runs before it needs to be recharged. “Battery lifespan” is the amount of time your battery lasts until it needs to be replaced. Maximize both and you’ll get the most out of your Apple devices, no matter which ones you own. See the "Tips for Apple Watch" section in:

Batteries - Maximizing Performance - Apple


If the battery drains too fast after an update, see the replies to:

Update 6.2.1 Battery Draining Too Quickly… - Apple Community


Service & repair.

watch Repair - Official Apple Support

watch Service Pricing - Apple Support


My Apple Watch charges however the charge isn’t holding nearly as long as it used to.

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