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What is going on if a flashing green light appears on the back of my Apple Watch?

Apple Watch Series 5, 9

Posted on Apr 6, 2023 10:20 AM

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Posted on Apr 6, 2023 10:43 AM

That means your heart sensors are working. You shouldn't see them at all if the watch is strapped to your wrist and is snug enough to not flop around.

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Apr 6, 2023 10:43 AM in response to Texzen1218

That means your heart sensors are working. You shouldn't see them at all if the watch is strapped to your wrist and is snug enough to not flop around.

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