I turned off one Galaxy Watch feature and gained 6 hours of battery life
Less battery anxiety, more wrist time
I've been using my Galaxy Watch 9 for a while now, but the battery life has always been a concern. The 40mm Bluetooth variant, while sleek, doesn't hold a charge for very long. I was tired of constantly checking the battery percentage and planning my charging sessions throughout the day. So, I decided to experiment by turning off one feature: Always On Display (AOD).
After disabling AOD, I noticed a significant improvement in battery life, gaining around six to eight hours extension. This change didn't compromise any core functionalities of the watch. Instead, I found a convenient alternative with Samsung's "Raise wrist to wake" feature. When I lift my wrist, the screen turns on, allowing me to check the time without pressing any buttons.
This gesture has worked well for me, eliminating the need for AOD. I also enabled "Touch screen to wake," which pairs nicely with the wrist gesture feature. Now, I can use my Galaxy Watch 9 throughout the day without worrying about the battery running out. The extra battery life is a significant improvement, and I don't feel like I've sacrificed any essential features of the watch.
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