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Apple Watch settings reveal battery capacity and charging options
Apple Watch battery health can be checked in Settings under Battery, then Battery Health, where users can see maximum capacity and enable optimised charging. Monitoring capacity matters because lithium-ion batteries weaken with age, reducing time between charges and potentially affecting performance.
Apple says models from Series 5, SE and Ultra include software to reduce performance problems linked to ageing batteries; optimised charging is available on Series 6, SE and the first Ultra. Apple may recommend servicing when maximum capacity falls below 80%, and the watch can issue a service alert. Low Power Mode, workout Power Saving Mode and turning off Wake on Wrist Raise can help conserve charge.
In short
- Check capacity in Settings under Battery Health.
- Apple may recommend service below 80% capacity.
- Power saving features can help preserve charge.
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Originally published by Engadget as “Checking your Apple Watch’s battery health is easier than you think”.