The Apple Watch is a functional smartwatch that allows you to stay connected to your phone, track your physical activities, and much more. But before you can fully use all the features of the Apple Watch, you need to know how to turn it on properly. So, if you just got your first Apple Watch and you don't know how to turn it on yet, follow this article that guides you through a few simple steps to turn on your Apple Watch.
1. Make sure your Apple Watch is charged
Before turning on your smartwatch, make sure the battery is sufficiently charged. If the battery is completely drained, you will need to recharge it before you can turn it on. To recharge your Apple Watch, all the steps are detailed in this article.
To check that your watch is charging, a colored lightning bolt should appear on your screen. It is red if the Apple Watch needs to be charged, green to indicate it is charging, and yellow if the power-saving mode is activated.
2. Press the side button
If your Apple Watch has battery, then you can turn it on normally. To do this, simply press the side button, which is located on the right side of your case, just below the digital crown. Hold it down for a few seconds until the Apple logo appears on your screen. Once you see the logo, you can release the button, your watch is on and ready to be used, or set up if it's your first use.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions
If this is your first time using your Apple Watch, you will need to follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Apple Watch.
4. Pair your Apple Watch with your iPhone
When using your Apple Watch for the first time, you will also need to pair it with your iPhone to start using it. To pair your Apple Watch with your iPhone, all the instructions to follow are detailed in this article.
5. Start using your Apple Watch
After following these steps, your Apple Watch is on and ready to be used for the first time. You can now start enjoying all its features and customize it according to your preferences.
There you have it, it's as simple as that. If you encounter problems turning on your Apple Watch, make sure the battery is sufficiently charged. If the battery is well charged and your Apple Watch does not turn on, there may be a technical issue.
We then advise you to contact Apple support to schedule an appointment with an authorized technician, who will be best suited to resolve the issue.
