The Apple Watch is a very capable device that features numerous health-related features with constant monitoring. With sensors always running in the background, the battery life on the Apple Watch is a main concern for many. Apple has introduced a new feature for the Apple Watch, which will allow it to extend battery life with watchOS 9. If you are someone struggling to get through the day without charging your Apple Watch, check out how to enable Low Power Mode.
Enable Low Power Mode on Your Apple Watch to get the most battery life out of the wearable
In my experience, I normally get two days of battery life with my Series 7. While the experience may vary for every individual, the addition of the Low Power Mode feature on the Apple Watch allowed me to get the most out of the wearable. How does Low Power Mode work on your Apple Watch? It reduces power consumption by disabling various features so the Apple Watch can stretch the battery life.
If you are new to the ecosystem or simply looking to extend the battery life on your Apple Watch, we have devised a series of steps to enable Low Power Mode. Follow the step-by-step instructions below.
Step 1: The first thing that you have to do is launch the Settings app on your Apple Watch.
Step 2: Scroll down and select Battery.
Step 3: Toggle On Low Power Mode.
To enable Low Power Mode on your Apple Watch from the Control Center, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen on your Apple Watch to reveal the Control Center.
Step 2: Tap on the Battery Percentage button.
Step 3: Toggle On Low Power Mode.
This is all that you have to do to enable Low Power Mode on your Apple Watch for enhanced battery life. Both of these techniques are quite simple and easy to maneuver. When you enable the feature, you will see a small yellow circle on top of the screen on your Apple Watch. This indicates that Low Power Mode is enabled on your Apple Watch.
Since Apple cuts power to a handful of features, you should know what features will not work. According to Apple, Low Power Mode will turn off these features:
- Start workout reminder.
- Heart rate monitoring in the background.
- Blood oxygen monitoring is in the background.
- Notifications for irregular heart rate rhythm and high/low heart rate.
- Always-On Display.
- WiFi and Cellular connectivity when the Appl Watch is not near an iPhone.
- Incoming calls and messages when your Apple Watch is not near an iPhone.
The Low Power Mode can also be activated automatically when your Apple Watch battery gets to 10 percent. However, you can enable the feature when your battery life is above 80 percent as well. This is all there is to it, folks. We will keep you guys updated on the latest guides, so be sure to stick around.
About the author: Ali Salman is a technology reporter for Wccftech mobile section with a specialized focus on Apple and the intellectual property that drives mobile innovation. He has cultivated a unique expertise in analyzing and deconstructing complex technology patents, translating dense legal and technical documents into clear, insightful reports on future products.
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