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my watch will not start except for a flash icon and the time. What is wrong

how can i fix my watch. After pressing the crown, the only thing that turns on is a lighting rod icon and the time of day.



Posted on Nov 6, 2021 12:38 PM

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Posted on Nov 6, 2021 1:08 PM

It sounds like your watch is in Power Reserve mode. See the 'Use Power Reserve' section of:

Check your battery and charge your Apple Watch - Apple Support


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my watch will not start except for a flash icon and the time. What is wrong

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