You decided to take off your Apple Watch to charge it but when you woke up in the morning it seemed to have disappeared!. Maybe the battery died while you were out and about and now you’re struggling to remember where you left it. Losing or misplacing your Apple Watch can be quite stressful especially if its out of power. But don’t worry much. There are a few steps you can take to try and locate it. Just follow this guide on what to do if your Apple Watch dies goes missing or if you simply can’t find its whereabouts.
Step 1; Use the “Find My” App If Possible
If your Apple Watch still has some battery life left there’s a chance that using Apples “Find My” app could help track it down. Here’s what you need to do;
Open the Find My app on your iPhone and sign in with your Apple ID if prompted.
Tap on “Devices” at the bottom of the screen. This will display a list of devices associated with your Apple account.
If you see your watch listed here simply tap on its name, for options.
You might notice some options appear, such as playing a sound activating Mode or getting directions to your watch. These tools can be helpful in locating your watch or having it make a sound to alert you if its nearby.
However if your watch battery is completely drained it may not show up here. You won’t be able to use these tools. In that case lets move on to the step.
Step 2; Recollect Your Movements
If Find My doesn’t work due to a battery your next course of action is to carefully retrace your steps. Take some time to think back and remember the place(s) where you had your watch on. Go through those places again. Pay close attention to the following areas;
Countertops, tables desks
Pockets of clothing that you were wearing
Bags or purses that you had with you
Your nightstand or dresser
Charging stations or power cables
Try visualizing when and where you last saw or felt your watch on your wrist and systematically revisit each location from that point onwards. It can also be helpful to search under furniture, inside drawers and even, under piles of clothing or linens. Take your time during the search process. Remain patient.
Step 3; Get Some Assistance
If you’re unable to find your watch after retracing your steps it’s a good idea to reach out for help from people around you. Ask your friends, family members or roommates if they accidentally moved your watch somewhere.
Make sure to provide details about;
The exact model of your Apple Watch.
Details about its color, style and size.
Any unique scratches, dents or distinctive features.
When and where you last remember having it.
With multiple people looking for it the chances of finding your watch improve. Just remember to keep checking in with them for updates on their progress.
Step 4; Consider Utilizing Monitoring Apps
If you’ve had no luck finding your Apple Watch after trying the previous steps it might be worth exploring monitoring apps like iShrugged or Watch Trackr. While not foolproof these apps can connect with alerts from Apple Support. Provide an approximate location when your device comes back online.
These apps work by staying idle until your watch attempts to connect to a server such as when the battery is recharged or it reconnects to WiFi/cellular data. At that point the app sends you an automated alert, with its estimated location.
Although it may not be completely accurate it can still be a clue to assist you in retrieving your watch. Just keep in mind that this method relies on your watch having battery charge.
Step 5; Lock and Erase the Watch
If all your attempts to find your Apple Watch prove unsuccessful it is advisable to lock and erase it. This will prevent access to any personal data if the watch ends up in the wrong hands.
Using the Find My app from Step 1;
Select your watch from the list > Tap “Enable” to activate Lost Mode for your device.
Confirm a phone number for the lock screen while, in Lost Mode.
Check the box to remotely erase all data on your watch and enable Lost Mode.
Once activated remotely your watch will remain locked until you input a code. Which’s ideal if someone tries to use an offline charging method later on. The data erase ensures that no one can access contacts, photos, payment methods or sensitive content once the watch is charged again.
This provides protection even when you don’t have physical possession of your watch. If. When you successfully recover your watch you can always undo Lost Mode later using Find My.Finding a replacement for your Apple Watch can be a task but its important to go through some steps before accepting that its gone for good. Exhaust all possibilities. Only then consider reaching out to Apple or your cellular provider to explore replacement options.
If you have insurance you may need to file a claim or consider purchasing an refurbished model. Take the time to review options for getting a suitable replacement although we hope it doesn’t come down to that!
Don’t lose hope! Searching for a lost Apple Watch with no battery left can be challenging,. With this comprehensive step, by step plan you might increase your chances of recovering it.
Stay persistent in your search efforts make use of Apples tools and seek assistance if needed. By following these methods there is still a good possibility of finding your watch. Remember that it may require patience and diligence. There are multiple ways to reunite you with your lost Apple wearable.
