How to Get Rid of the Red Dot on Your Apple Watch
If you own an Apple Watch, you might have noticed a small red dot appearing on your device. The red dot is an indicator that your Apple Watch is not able to obtain a proper reading of your heart rate. This can occur for various reasons, and often it is nothing to worry about.
However, if the red dot is persistent and bothersome, you may want to try a few methods to get rid of it. Here are some steps you can take to remove the red dot from your Apple Watch:
1. Adjust the position of your Apple Watch on your wrist – A poorly placed Apple Watch can affect the sensor reading, and as a result, lead to the red dot appearing. Ensure that your Apple Watch is fitting properly on your wrist; it should not be too tight or too loose, and the back of the watch should be against your skin.
2. Restart your Apple Watch – A simple restart can solve many issues related to Apple Watch functions. Press and hold the side button until the Power Off slider appears, then swipe right to power off. Once turned off, wait a few seconds before switching it on again.
3. Clean the sensors – The sensors on the back of your Apple Watch need to be kept clean to function correctly. Wipe the sensors with a soft microfiber cloth or a baby wipe, making sure not to damage the sensors.
4. Check for software updates – Ensure that your Apple Watch has the latest software installed by checking for updates. Go to the Watch app on your iPhone and click on General > Software Update. If a new update is available, download and install it.
5. Reset your Apple Watch – If none of the above steps work, try resetting your Apple Watch. Go to the Watch app on your iPhone, click on General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Keep in mind that this will delete all of your data saved on the Apple Watch, so ensure that you have it backed up before doing so.