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With iOS 18, Apple introduced a \u201cSlow Charger\u201d warning for iPhone users looking to diagnose or improve the charging speed of their iPhones. Now, the same warning is coming to watchOS 26. Here\u2019s how to find it.<\/p>\n
As spotted<\/a> by MacRumors, Apple published a new support page<\/a> this week with new details about Apple Watch charge speeds.<\/p>\n As the document explains it:<\/p>\n \u201cWith watchOS 26, if your Apple Watch detects that your charging experience could be improved, you\u2019ll see a Slow Charger message in Settings > Battery. This doesn\u2019t mean that there\u2019s anything wrong with your Apple Watch or charger; it just means that your watch could charge faster by using a higher-wattage charger.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n In the same document, in a section called \u201cHow to charge your Apple Watch faster\u201d, the company says that if you see the Slow Charger notice, you should use a higher-power USB-C charger and cable, connect it directly to power (not through a hub, computer, or car port), and avoid extreme charging conditions (like very hot or cold environments).<\/p>\n Specifically about USB hubs, Apple notes that \u201cIf your charger has more than one port, or if you charge with a computer or USB hub with other connected devices, the maximum power output might be reduced.\u201c<\/p>\n Be sure to check 9to5Mac\u2019s complete watchOS 26 overview<\/a>, as well as our Apple Watch Ultra 3 review<\/a>.<\/p>\n Preorder the new Apple Watch on Amazon<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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