Sleep tracking does not capture awake periods

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Sleep tracking does not capture awake periods

I was excited to get an Apple Watch for Christmas as sleep is problematic for me. At a high level the information is useful, but I think it grossly overstates the amount of sleep I get. If I spend an hour trying to get back to sleep it doesn't count that as "awake". If I look at the clock at 3am, it doesn't count that as awake.

I don't expect it to be magic. But if I wake up exhausted and it tells me I had 7hrs and 30min of sleep, well that's just useless.

Is this not other people's experience?

Apple Watch Series 8

Posted on Jan 6, 2023 11:54 AM

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Answer 1

ArmMan1016

Community Specialist

Jan 8, 2023 05:24 PM in response to joelfrommilpitas

Hello joelfrommilpitas,

Welcome to Apple Support Communities. To improve the accuracy of your Apple Watch, we suggest calibrating it. The guidance you'll need is found in the Apple Support article: Calibrate your Apple Watch for improved Workout and Activity accuracy

Calibrate your Apple Watch

1. While wearing your Apple Watch, go to a flat, open outdoor area that offers good GPS reception and clear skies.

2. If you have Apple Watch Series 2 or later, you just need your Apple Watch.* If you have Apple Watch Series 1 or earlier, bring your iPhone for GPS. Hold your iPhone in your hand, or wear it on an armband or waistband.