Smartwatch users get watch face tips to improve battery life

10 articles · Updated · MUO - MakeUseOf · May 8

The advice applies to Google Pixel Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch and Apple Watch models, especially when always-on displays increase standby power use.
It recommends mostly black photo-based faces on OLED screens, fewer complications, thin fonts and avoiding bright calendar or icon-heavy elements that light more pixels.
Users are urged to open apps or use voice commands for details instead of keeping information constantly visible, helping extend daily battery life without disabling always-on display.

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