Apple Watch stuck on the Apple logo? 5 fixes
A watch stuck on the logo is often finishing an update. Give it time on the charger before forcing anything.
The fix
5 fixes, in order
- 1
Charge it for an hour.
Keep it near your iPhone. Do not interrupt an update.
- 2
Force restart.
Hold the side button and Digital Crown together for at least 10 seconds, until the logo reappears.
- 3
Try Play Sound.
In the Find My app on your iPhone, tap Devices, choose the watch and tap Play Sound. Many users report this wakes a stuck watch.
- 4
Update your iPhone.
An outdated iPhone can block the watch from finishing an update.
- 5
Unpair and pair again.
Watch app › All Watches › ⓘ › Unpair Apple Watch. This erases the watch after backing it up.
Frequently asked questions
Can I restore an Apple Watch myself?
Not with a computer. If force restarting and unpairing do not work, Apple Support has to restore the watch.
Was my watch updating?
If you started a watchOS update, the logo with a progress wheel can stay for a long time. Leave it on the charger next to your iPhone for at least an hour.
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