Android always-on display not showing
The always-on display is turned off. Go to Settings, find the always-on display or lock screen settings, and turn it back on. Takes 30 seconds.
The always-on display is a battery-saving feature that shows the time and notifications on your locked screen. It can be turned on or off in settings. If you can't see it, it's been disabled.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Looking in the wrong settings menu because different phone brands put it in different places
- Turning on the feature but not locking the phone to see the result
Signs you need professional help
- If you've enabled always-on display in settings but nothing is showing on the locked screen, or if the feature doesn't exist in your settings, contact us. Your phone model might not support this feature.
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