As great as the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is, it does have a few flaws. One that most of its owners will point to is the middling battery life.
To an extent, this isn’t a surprise. Galaxy Watches, other than the rugged Watch 5 Pro, never had a particularly big battery. Still, having to charge them a bit more often is a small price to pay for what they offer.
But what if your watch doesn’t charge at all? Well, a Samsung Galaxy Watch not charging could indicate a variety of issues. Some of them happen due to a faulty battery, but there could also be a problem with the watch itself.
Want to resolve your Galaxy Watch charging issue? This guide will let you know how to do it as quickly as possible!
Reboot the Watch
“Turning it off and on” is a cliche, but sometimes it does work. If the charging issue occurs due to a software bug, a simple reboot will fix it.
If your watch still has some battery left, try rebooting it before doing anything else. Swipe down from the watch face, then select Power > Turn Off. Wait 15 seconds, then hold the Power button to turn the watch back on.
If your watch is unresponsive, you’ll need to force-reboot it. You can do so by holding the Home and Power buttons for about 10 seconds. Release them as soon as you see the “Rebooting” message on the screen.
Once you’ve rebooted the watch, place it on the charger. If it’s still not charging, move on to the rest of this guide.
Use Another Charger
The next step you should try is to use another charger. If the new charger works, you’ll know that the issue doesn’t lie with your watch.
For best results, use the official Samsung wireless charger. Many third-party charging accessories aren’t compatible with Samsung watches. In the worst-case scenario, using them may even damage your battery.
While trying out the new charger, ensure it’s aligned with the watch. If you’re using a charging dock, the back of the watch must be in the center of it. Ensure you’re not using the wrong charging dock for your watch model.
While you’re at it, check the charging cable for damage as well. Many cables get frayed over time, particularly if you’re not careful about using them. If you notice any fraying or debris, try another USB-C cable.
Try a Different Power Source
If the new charger or cable doesn’t resolve the issue, use another power source. Fortunately, these watches come with a variety of charging options.
The easiest way to do this is to plug your charging cable into another outlet. You can use any laptop or phone with a USB-C port for this purpose. The watch won’t charge as fast as with the official charger, but it should work.
You can also try to charge your watch via Wireless PowerShare. To do this, you’ll need a WPC Qi-enabled phone. Keep in mind that this charging method will only work if your phone’s battery is over 30 percent.
To use PowerShare, go to your phone’s Settings and click on Battery and Device Care. Go to Battery > Wireless Power Sharing and enable it. Then, place the devices with their backs facing each other until they connect.
Give the Watch Time to Cool Down
All Galaxy Watches have a thermal protection system. If the battery gets too hot, the watch will stop charging, seemingly at random.
If your watch does seem a bit hot, give it time to cool down. Disconnect it from the charger, wait 15 minutes, then try charging it again. If you’re using third-party charging accessories, replace them with the original charger.
Of course, inconsistent charging is far from the only reason why overheating is bad news. If your Samsung Galaxy Watch battery gets hot often, take the device to a repair shop as soon as possible.
Update the Software
Rebooting your watch will deal with most minor software bugs. If your watch still seems buggy, there may be a new update that you need to install.
To get a new software update, first connect your watch to Wi-Fi. Then, head to Settings and select Software Update > Download and Install. Wait until the watch installs the update, then try charging it again.
Another way to update your watch is via the Galaxy Wearable app on your phone. This app is one of the biggest advantages Samsung has over Apple. Simply open it, then go to Watch Settings > Watch Software Update.
Reset Your Watch
If none of the above methods work, the issue likely lies with your watch. The only question is whether it’s a software or hardware issue.
If it’s a software issue, you can resolve it by doing a factory reset. This will delete all the data on your watch and restore it to factory settings. To keep your data, use the Galaxy Wearable app to back it up in the Cloud.
To reset the Galaxy Watch, hold the Power and Back buttons until you see the Rebooting message. Press Home to get into the Reboot Mode menu, then head to Recovery and follow the on-screen instructions.
Once you’ve reset the watch, see if it can charge again. To restore your data, open Galaxy Wearable, then go to Settings > About Watch > Back up and Restore. Select the data you want to restore, then tap Restore Now.
Head to a Repair Shop
If resetting doesn’t work, you’re dealing with a major hardware issue. The only way to fix that is to take your watch to a repair shop.
For watches under warranty, your best bet is to head to the Samsung service center. Find the original invoice and take it to the nearest repair shop. You can also contact Samsung customer service to learn more about your issue.
Dealing With Samsung Galaxy Watch Not Charging
As you can see, a Samsung Galaxy Watch not charging can happen due to a variety of issues. Follow the above guide to learn how to make it work as intended again!
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