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How to Charge Samsung Galaxy Watch 6

The Galaxy Watch 6 uses wireless charging with the included magnetic charging cradle.


Charging Steps

  1. Connect charging cradle to USB power adapter (9V/1.67A recommended)
  2. Place watch back-side down on cradle, centered
  3. Verify lightning bolt icon appears on screen
  4. Wait for full charge notification

Charging Times

Model0-100%0-50%
40mm (300mAh)~80 minutes~30 minutes
44mm (425mAh)~90 minutes~30 minutes

Quick top-up: 15 minutes adds ~15% charge.


Best Practices

  • Use official Samsung charging cradle
  • Remove thick bands if interfering with alignment
  • Clean charging contacts monthly with soft cloth
  • Avoid charging in extreme temperatures
  • Watch supports up to 10W wireless charging

Troubleshooting

If watch won't charge:

  • Ensure cradle properly connected to power
  • Center watch on cradle (should show charging icon)
  • Remove debris or moisture from contacts
  • Try different USB adapter
  • Restart watch if charging doesn't begin

See Also: Not Charging Fix|Battery Life