Why An Apple Watch Keeps Locking & Fixes To Try

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An Apple Watch can be locked or unlocked fairly easily, but there may be times when it performs these actions without the user wanting or expecting them to happen. A very common example is when an Apple Watch keeps locking by itself, making it more difficult and slower to check notifications than intended. In these situations, there are some quick things to check to see if it solves the Apple Watch keeps locking problem.

Apple’s smartwatch can do a lot, including monitoring health and fitness-related data. However, one of its primary functions is as an extension of the phone. Whether that’s receiving iPhone notifications, making calls, or checking messages, the Apple Watch can be a good solution. Not to mention, the fact it's usually attached to the user at all times makes it a more convenient option overall.

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But that doesn't mean the Apple Watch is perfect. There's a myriad of things that can go wrong with the wearable. Apps may not open, workouts aren't always tracked correctly, and you might occasionally encounter slow performance. Another Apple Watch issue is when the smartwatch keeps locking itself for no apparent reason. There are certain times when an Apple Watch should lock the display. If you take off the watch and then put it back on, you'll be prompted to enter your passcode and unlock the display. It's an important security measure when it works – but what if the screen keeps locking even while you're wearing the Apple Watch? That's when you may need to do some troubleshooting.

If an Apple Watch is locking unexpectedly, then the most likely issue is the current settings. Specifically, the 'Wrist Detection' feature might not be turned on or