How to fix an Apple Watch stuck on the Apple logo – Android Authority

One of the most annoying problems plaguing the Apple Watch is a screen stuck displaying the companys logo. This issue can seemingly affect all models, but it occurs more often on older devices like the Series 3. If you have an older watch lying around with this problem, we may be able to help. Below youll find several ways to resolve the Apple Watch stuck on the Apple logo issue.

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Hard reboot your Apple Watch by pressing the digital crown and side button for 30 seconds, or until the screen switches off. Your Apple Watch should reboot normally.

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Theres no single fix for this problem, so theres a good chance that youll have to troubleshoot your way through it using multiple methods.

First, be sure that your watch is on its charging cradle and getting some power. Next, follow the steps below.

Hard reboot your Apple Watch

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Hard rebooting (or force resetting) will force your Apple Watch to initiate its reboot sequence even if you cant access controls and settings on the screen. Its a practical step that works across all Apple Watch models and solves most temporary software-related issues on these devices.

If you have access to a secondary charging cable, nows the time to bring it out. A damaged charging cable may not provide the power the Apple Watch demands.

See also: How to charge your Apple Watch

Use the Find My app

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This is one of the stranger solutions youll find online. If a hard reboot or new charging cable fails to fix the problem, prompting the watchs Find My feature from their iPhone may snap the device out of its trance.

To use the Find My feature:

Read more: How to find your Apple Watch when its lost or stolen

If the left-field solution above didnt solve your problem, consider this additional fix that requires your iPhone. Unpairing the Apple Watch from your iPhone and initiating a hard reboot may be enough for the watch to reinitiate its pairing system, snapping it out of its logo loop.

To unpair your Apple Watch from your iPhone:

Read more: How to unpair the Apple Watch from your iPhone

Finally, one solution that requires a little more time involves letting your Apple Watchs battery drain completely. Depending on when the logo issue crops up, this process could take a few hours to several days.

More details: How long does the Apple Watch battery last?

What else can you do?

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Depending on the age of your Apple Watch, there may not be much else you can do. Weve seen plenty of users online face this issue with older Apple Watch models. Repairs may cost more than the device itself.

Apple Watch Series 8 (Wi-Fi)

Excellent Retina display Premium design Advanced tracking sensors

Apple Watch Ultra

Louder speaker Large battery Extensive features

Apple Watch SE (2022)

More affordable Made from recycled materials Excellent display

If your newer Apple Watch is stuck on the Apple logo, confirm if your warranty is up. In the US, your Apple Watch is covered by a one-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship when used normally in accordance with Apples published guidelines. Depending on the issue, your device may be covered.

More troubleshooting: The most common Apple Watch problems and how to fix them

FAQs

Its unclear why the Apple Watch occasionally gets stuck displaying the Apple logo. Various factors could be the reason, ranging from a hardware issue to a software bug.

Realistically, theres no reason why you should upgrade your Series 3 if its fully functional. However, if you regularly get the Apple logo issue, wed recommend upgrading to a newer Apple Watch model.

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