I have an apple watch series 3 that won't boot up.

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iFixYouri · Accepted Answer

A Series 3 that won't boot usually comes down to a few things. The battery may be completely worn out or swollen, which can stop the watch powering on and sometimes pushes the screen up from the case. A failed watchOS update can leave it stuck on the Apple logo, and the Series 3 is known for running short on storage during updates. Less often, the logic board itself has failed.

Two things to try first. Leave it on the original charger for at least 30 minutes, then hold the side button and the Digital Crown together for about 10 seconds to force a restart. If the screen is lifting or the case looks pushed apart, stop charging it, because that's a sign of a swollen battery.

If it still won't start, order the free Apple Watch diagnostic. We email a prepaid label, test it once it arrives and report back with a quote. You approve before any work, and if you decline there's no bench fee, just return shipping.

Q: I have an apple watch series 3 that won't boot up.