Galaxy Watch 9 Users Report Slow Charging, Resort to Extreme Fixes
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Quick answer
Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 users report slow charging due to overheating and charger compatibility issues.
Early adopters of Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 are voicing concerns over slow charging times. While the company advertised an 80–90 minute full charge, users report charging durations of two to four hours. The issue does not affect all devices, but complaints are growing on forums and Reddit.
Experts attribute the slow charging primarily to overheating. During charging, power output drops from 5.5W to 3.5W or lower, significantly slowing the process. Some users have resorted to extreme measures, such as using fans to cool the device or placing chargers in ice baths to speed up charging.
In addition to overheating, users are encountering charger compatibility issues. Older chargers from Galaxy Watch 8 or third-party docks often trigger slow-charging warnings or fail entirely. Interestingly, some users report faster charging speeds when using Galaxy Watch 6 adapters instead of the included cable, suggesting potential firmware errors.
Samsung has not yet commented on the issue or provided a timeline for a software update to resolve it. Users are left waiting for an official solution or relying on temporary hacks to improve charging speeds.
Common questions
- Why is my Galaxy Watch 9 charging so slowly?
- The primary cause is overheating during charging, which reduces power output. Incompatibility with certain chargers may also contribute to the issue.
- What extreme methods are users trying to speed up charging?
- Some owners cool their watches with fans or place chargers in ice baths to lower temperatures and accelerate charging.
- When will Samsung fix the charging issue?
- Samsung has not provided an official response or timeline for a software update to address the problem.
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