Apple is currently investigating a peculiar issue affecting some Apple Watch owners, where the device’s display flickers or pulses when the Always On mode is enabled. The problem has been reported by users of certain Apple Watch models, including the recently released Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, which are running watchOS 10 or later. According to an internal service memo sent to Apple Authorized Service Providers, Apple is not currently recommending that affected watches be taken in for repair. Instead, the company is advising service providers to inform customers that they should ensure that the software on their Apple Watch is kept up to date.
This suggests that Apple will likely roll out a fix for the issue in the near future, possibly as part of watchOS 10.1, which may receive a public release as early as next week. The flickering display issue has been described by some users as a “jitter” or a “random flicker.” Some have also reported an issue where complications on their watch face temporarily turn pink. It is not clear why some Apple Watch models are affected and others are not, but the problem appears to be most prevalent among the newer models.
Apple Watch’s Persistent Display Flickering Requires Urgent Resolution
While some users may find the issue annoying, it can be easily mitigated by turning off the Always On display. This can be done by heading into the Settings app on the Apple Watch, selecting Display & Brightness, and then Always On. The Always On feature dims the display when it’s not in use and lights it up when the device is raised. This feature was introduced with the Apple Watch Series 5, which was released in 2019.
The issue is not unique to the Apple Watch, as issues with new software can sometimes emerge soon after it becomes available. Apple recently rolled out a software fix for the new iPhone 15 Pro after some users complained that the handset was heating up way more than expected. The company’s focus on ensuring the quality of its software is evident in its commitment to addressing these issues quickly and efficiently.
Apple is taking a proactive approach to addressing the flickering display issue, advising customers to keep their software up to date and promising a fix in the near future. With the company’s reputation for delivering quality products and services, it is likely that the issue will be resolved quickly and with minimal disruption to affected users.
