Apple Watch not charging? In this video, I show the common reasons why your Apple Watch shows the red lightning bolt, doesn’t vibrate when placed on the charger, and refuses to charge - even if the charger works with other watches. #applewatch #AppleWatchNotCharging #AppleWatchProblem #applewatchrepair #smartwatch #diyfix #techtips #gadgetrepair #chargingissue #AppleWatchHelp #short #shorts #shortvideo The possible causes such as: • Dirty charging surface • Faulty charging cable • Fully drained battery • Internal charging coil problem You’ll also see simple troubleshooting steps to test whether the issue is from the charger or from the watch itself. If your Apple Watch is not charging, not vibrating, or showing the red battery icon, this video will help you fix it or know when it needs repair. Apple Watch is showing the red charging symbol with a lightning bolt, which means it is not receiving power even though it is placed on the charger. Here are the most common causes and fixes: 1. Clean the back of the watch & charger Dust or dirt can stop the magnetic charger from making contact. contact. Do this: • Wipe the back of the watch with a slightly damp cloth. • Wipe the charger surface. • Make sure both are fully dry before placing the watch back. 2. Check the charging cable • Make sure you are using an original Apple Watch magnetic charger. • Fake/cheap chargers often show this exact problem. • Try another Apple Watch charger if available. 3. Check the power source • Try plugging the charger into a different USB adapter. • Use at least 5W (Apple original). • Try another wall plug or power bank. Sometimes USB ports or cheap adapters don’t provide enough power. 4. Restart the Apple Watch If it has a little battery left, force-restart: Press & hold BOTH buttons ➡️Digital Crown + Side Button for 10–15 seconds until the Apple logo appears. Then place it back on the charger. 5. Check the watch position Make sure the watch is properly aligned on the charger the magnets should pull it into place automatically. 6. Check for overheating If the watch is too hot, it may not charge. Let it cool for 10 minutes and try again. ❗ If still not charging There are 3 likely problems: 1. Faulty charger (most common) Try another charger to confirm. 2. Dirty or damaged charging contacts Check if the back glass is cracked or bulging. 3. Battery fully drained or failing If the battery is 100% dead, it might take 10–20 minutes before showing the green charging icon This video is for: Apple Watch Series 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, SE, 6, 7, 8 & Ultra users. If you find this helpful, don’t forget to Like 👍, Comment, and Subscribe for more DIY, repair tips, and gadget troubleshooting. Top Searches: apple watch not charging apple watch won’t charge apple watch red lightning bolt apple watch charging problem apple watch won’t turn on or charge  apple watch charging coil issue apple watch charger works but watch not charging apple watch no vibration when charging apple watch charging issue series 3 / series 4 / etc how to fix apple watch not charging apple watch not charging to 100%  apple watch magnetic charger not working apple watch battery dead wont charge Apple Watch Not Charging? Here’s How to Fix the Red Lightning Bolt & No Vibration apple watch not charging to 100% series 8