How to fix Apple Watch Compass Not Working In watchOS 9?

The Apple Watch Compass app has been becoming pretty popular, especially after the new Apple Watch was launched. The beautifully designed watchOS 9 Compass app may take some time to get used to, but it’s a great app.

Many new Apple Watch users forget the calibration process and a few other things that stop the Apple Watch Compass from not working in watchOS 9. In this guide, you’ll get to know different methods to fix the Apple Watch Compass not working in watchOS 9.

How to fix Apple Watch Compass not working

Luckily for Apple Watch users, the Apple Watch Compass not working on watchOS 9 issue can be fixed easily in Settings. Here are some of the common ways to fix this issue.

Method 1: Enable compass calibration

The Apple Watch Compass seems to be stuck calibrating, so ensure that it has access to the Location Services.

• On the paired iPhone, open “Settings” and then scroll for Privacy and Security
• Tap on Location Services and then scroll for System Services
• Lastly, turn on Compass Calibration

Method 2: Toggle true north setting

The Apple Watch Compass app makes use of magnetic north by default. If you’re using True North, you can change it easily. To change it to true north –

• Open the Settings app on your Apple Watch
• Tap on “Compass”
• Turn on “Use True North”

According to Apple, you should hold your Apple Watch flat to align the crosshair at the center of your Compass to get an accurate reading. As you’re moving, the red cone surrounding the compass needle will show you the accuracy of the heading. A narrow cone will indicate better accuracy compared to a wider cone.

Method 3: Adjust the Compass app not loading

After the watchOS 9 update, if the compass app isn’t loading, you’ll be able to fix it by fiddling with True North settings.

• Remove the apps running in the background
• Turn “Use True North” on
• Turn it off
• Relaunch the app and it’ll work just fine