Apple Watch Series 8
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Apple Watch Series 8

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Basic use - Apple Watch Series 8

Troubleshooting

My Apple Watch doesn't respondMy Apple Watch is slowThe battery life of my Apple Watch is shortNo ring tone is heard on incoming callsThe screen on my Apple Watch doesn't turn on automatically when I pick it upI can't update the software on my Apple WatchNo message tone is heard on incoming messagesI don't receive notifications on my Apple Watch

Sound and screen settings

Select languagePersonalise the Apple Watch home screenTurn silent mode on or offUse Do Not DisturbTurn theater mode on or offAdjust screen brightnessTurn automatic screen activation on or offTurn Always On on or off

Security settings

Turn use of lock code on or offUse Find My Apple WatchSelect SOS function settingsUse SOS function

Software update

View software versionUpdate Apple Watch softwareRestore factory default settingsUnpair your Apple Watch from your phone

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