Apple Watch Series 3 Stuck On The Apple Logo? The Fix!

Colin Boyd

MAY 27, 2021

You attempted to turn on your Apple Watch, but it seems to have frozen while booting up. It can be difficult to know what to do when this happens, since many of the Apple Watch's controls rely on being able to see and use the items it displays. Today, I'll show you what to do if your Apple Watch Series 3 is stuck on the Apple Logo.

Make Sure It's Not Just Waking Up

Many Apple products take longer than you'd expect to fully power on. Before you get too far into the troubleshooting process, know that waiting just a few more seconds might be the only solution you need.

If it's been a few minutes and your Apple Watch hasn't shown any sign of progress, you can assume it probably is frozen. If you're in this boat, keep reading for more tips!

How To Fix An Apple Watch Stuck On the Apple Logo

4 Steps Total
1.

Hard Reset Your Apple Watch

When an Apple Watch malfunctions, sometimes a hard reset is all it takes to repair it. While this might not be a permanent solution, it's a quick and easy measure to take before getting too deep into the repair process.

How Do I Hard Reset My Apple Watch?

  1. Press and hold the Digital Crown and Side button simultaneously.
  2. Continue holding both buttons until the Apple logo appears, then let go.
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Get Rid Of The Apple Logo With Find My Apple Watch

Find My Apple Watch helps you locate your Apple Watch when you lose it. While this feature was designed to help reunite Apple users with their devices, it can fix minor software glitches, like when your Apple Watch is stuck on the Apple logo.

How Do I Get Rid Of The Apple Logo With Find My Apple Watch?

  1. Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
  2. Tap All Watches in the upper left-hand corner of the screen.
  3. Tap the information button (lowercase "i" in a circle) to the right of your Apple Watch
  4. Select Find My Apple Watch.
  5. Use your Apple ID to log into Find My iPhone.
  6. Tap Play Sound.
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Erase All Content And Settings On Your Apple Watch

We recommend this as a last resort for Apple Watch home repair. It's possible that a deeper software issue is what's causing the problem on your Apple Watch. By erasing all content and settings, we can erase the software problem completely.

How Do I Erase All Content And Settings On My Apple Watch?

  1. Open Settings on your Apple Watch.
  2. Tap General.
  3. Tap Reset.
  4. Tap Erase All Content And Settings.
  5. Enter your passcode when prompted.
  6. Tap Erase All to confirm.
  7. Pair your Apple Watch to your iPhone again.
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Repair Your Apple Watch With Apple

If you've tried every other troubleshooting step and you still haven't been able to resolve the problem, the safest thing to do is go directly to Apple. Giving a professional the opportunity to diagnose and repair your device is your best option for keeping the problem from worsening.

How Do I Repair My Apple Watch With Apple?

There are a few way to get in touch with Apple about repairs. If you're willing to go out to an Apple Store:

  1. Set up an appointment at your local Genius Bar.
  2. Bring your Apple Watch in for a free diagnosis and repair quote!

If you'd prefer a mail-in repair service:

  1. Visit Apple's support website.
  2. Look in to Apple's mail-in repair servicing options.
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Series 3: Logo Free!

When your smartwatch can't even display the time, what's the point of having spent all that money on it? If your Apple Watch Series 3 is stuck on the Apple logo, try not to let your frustration build too quickly. There are plenty of quick and easy steps you can take to get it working perfectly again!

  1. Hard Reset Your Apple Watch
  2. Get Rid Of The Apple Logo With Find My Apple Watch
  3. Erase All Content And Settings On Your Apple Watch
  4. Repair Your Apple Watch With Apple

Applies To: Apple Watch Series 3

AUTHOR

Colin Boyd

I'm Colin, the Creative Coordinator for Payette Forward.

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