Smartwatch screen not turning on when you raise your wrist
Your smartwatch's wrist raise feature is off or the motion sensor isn't detecting your arm movement properly. Check that the feature is enabled in settings and that nothing is blocking the sensor on the back of the watch. A quick restart almost always fixes this.
Most smartwatches have a sensor that detects when you raise your wrist and automatically turns the screen on. When this stops working, it is almost always because the setting got turned off, the sensor is dirty, or the watch software needs a restart. We will turn the feature back on and clear out any sensor issues.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the feature is broken when it is just disabled in settings. Always check the display settings first
- Not cleaning the sensor thoroughly. Dried sweat and lotion can build up and block the sensor completely
Signs you need professional help
- If you have turned on the wrist raise setting, cleaned the sensor, restarted the watch, and the screen still will not turn on, the motion sensor may need to be replaced. Give us a call and we will sort it out.
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