What to Know
- Your Apple Watch dings once when you connect it to its charger.
- If you want to know how to stop your Apple Watch from dinging while charging, you will need to learn how to silence it.
- This will also silence the sound of notifications when they come through on your Apple Watch.
The Apple Watch has an impressive battery life. Depending on how you use it, the battery can last more than a day. However, it will need to be charged eventually, and when it does, you will likely hear a dinging sound. What is this dinging sound and why does it happen? You might even hear it multiple times while the device is charging. Let’s go over how you can stop it and get some peace and quiet while your Apple Watch charges.
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Why Does My Apple Watch Ding While Charging?
So what causes the Apple Watch dinging sound in the first place? Well, just like your iPhone, your Apple Watch has a notification sound for when you place it on the charger. That’s what that dinging sound is, so whenever you hear that, you know your Apple Watch is definitely charging. But why does your Apple Watch keep dinging on the charger? This seems to be a bug that occurred on older versions of watchOS, but is likely fixed on newer versions. However, if you’re still experiencing this issue, it is likely the result of how Apple devices charge.
When your Apple devices, whether it’s an iPhone or Apple Watch, are charged to 100%, the device stops receiving power from the charger. Once the battery depletes to around 98%, it will start charging again and repeat the process until you remove it from the charger. This is called trickle charging, and it’s to preserve your battery’s lifespan and prevent overcharging. If your Apple Watch is dinging repeatedly, it’s likely from your Apple Watch trickle charging.
How to Turn Off Ding on Apple Watch
Now that you know why your Apple Watch dings while charging, let’s go over how to stop it. To learn more about your Apple Watch, be sure to sign up for our free Tip of the Day newsletter. Now, here’s how to stop Apple Watch from dinging while charging:
- Open the Settings app on your Apple Watch.
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- Scroll down and tap Sounds & Haptics.
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- Tap the toggle next to Silent Mode to silence your watch.
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That’s how to turn off the ding on your Apple Watch! Keep in mind that this will also silence the sound of notifications, but your watch will still vibrate. Now that you know how to silence your Apple Watch, we can help you figure out which Apple Watch you have.
FAQ
- Why is my Apple Watch dying so fast? There are a variety of factors that can cause your Apple Watch to die quicker than normal. It really depends on how much you use it, what you are using it for, etc. Check out our article on what to do if your Apple Watch is dying fast for more details.
- Is the Apple Watch battery user-replaceable? No, you cannot replace the Apple Watch battery yourself. You will need to take it to Apple or an Apple authorized service provider. Our article on Apple Watch battery replacement can help you determine your best course of action.
- How long do Apple Watches last? Like iPhones, Apple Watches can last for several years. Everything that you use it for can affect your Apple Watch's lifespan.
