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Max Slater-Robins

7 settings I change on every Apple Watch for a 'calmer, clearer, and more useful' experience

A person monitors their heart rate using an Apple Watch.

Setting up a new Apple Watch in 2026 is deceptively quick – pair it, sign in, and you’re basically ready to go.

But I’ve found the default settings are designed for “everyone”, which often means too many pings, or a screen that doesn’t stay awake long enough to read.

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