Ben_23

Q: Anyone else used Apple Watch in the shower? :-)

I just used my stainless steel with sports band in the shower, anyone else tried this or similar?

 

As I have the same model Tim Cook wears and he has publicly stated he does the same, I thought I'd give it a try. Absolutely no problems whatsoever.

 

I won't be doing it all the time, as I understand the steam and water of persistent showering over time will damage the watch, right?

 

However, I like the idea of not missing an important call or notification when showering! I have a ring doorbell, which notifies me if anyone calls at the door, so its great for not missing deliveries etc.

 

I don't think I will be as crazy as some of the reviewers out there who have successfully swam with the watch for 15 minutes at 1.5metres.

 

Thought it would be good to start a thread on those who have used the watch testing the water resistance.

Posted on Apr 25, 2015 4:40 AM

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  • by Open_mobile,

    Open_mobile Open_mobile May 22, 2015 5:58 AM in response to Ben_23
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    May 22, 2015 5:58 AM in response to Ben_23

    Yes, but you started with saying Tim Cook said this in public.  If he did say it, he didn't say it in public (and the group he said it to were under contract to not repeat it).

     

    The problem is, people come to these forums seeking support and knowledge.  You post something like this, you make people think it's ok.  You're comfortable that several people may have put what you posted here as advice that they should do the same and damage their watches?  (and there's a very good chance that Apple won't be covering that damage, as it's exceeding the rating).

     

    Post all the sensationalistic videos you like.  Already seen them.  They aren't scientific testing proving higher ratings. (want a great video - go see the consumer reports one - the first sport watch failed, but as the next two passed, they considered it a "fluke" - that's just the standard IPX7 test).

     

    The smart money is avoiding the things that Apple tells you to in the users guide.  Don't bathe with it, don't swim with it.

     

    Pg. 84, following Exposure to liquid

    https://manuals.info.apple.com/MANUALS/1000/MA1708/en_US/apple_watch_user_guide. pdf

     

    I'm not saying you shouldn't do whatever you like with your watch.  I'm saying you shouldn't encourage others to do the same.  And don't expect Apple to clean up the mess.

  • by Ben_23,

    Ben_23 Ben_23 May 22, 2015 6:15 AM in response to Open_mobile
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    May 22, 2015 6:15 AM in response to Open_mobile

    I'm not encouraging anyone to do anything, I'm asking for those people who have used it in the shower to document their experiences on this thread, just like PyxelShooter.

     

    I'm not going to get into the debate about what Tim Cook said, I think it's pretty clear and it has been well documented.

     

    We don't need lawyer types like you on this forum, we need people who are willing to share their experiences using this great new product, which exceeds all expectations.

     

    Anyone who uses the watch outside of guidelines should not expect warranty replacement. I certainly won't approach Apple for this. So stop panicking and drink that coffee!

  • by Meg St._Clair,

    Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair May 22, 2015 7:55 AM in response to Ben_23
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    May 22, 2015 7:55 AM in response to Ben_23

    Ben_23 wrote:

     

    We don't need lawyer types like you on this forum, we need people who are willing to share their experiences using this great new product, which exceeds all expectations.

    Ben, it's really not up to you to decide who belongs on this forum and who doesn't. Open_Mobile's points are valid. Unless and until they violate the terms of use, they have as much right to express those opinions as you do yours. What other people may find helpful may well be different that what you do. In fact, one person has already marked Open_Mobile's most recent post in this thread as helpful.

  • by Ben_23,

    Ben_23 Ben_23 May 22, 2015 8:04 AM in response to Meg St._Clair
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    May 22, 2015 8:04 AM in response to Meg St._Clair

    OK then let me rephrase that. These forums would be better served with those who don't quote policy documents, who share experiences and who contribute to making Apple products better by sharing those experiences. By sharing my experiences, I serve to show how I personally used an Apple product and I am asking for others to share who have done the same. Not all of us need to be quoted terms and conditions and policies.

     

    One person who likes to be righteous has marked Open_Mobile's post as helpful, but its not helpful to me (the forum OP) and people who want to share similar experiences.

     

    Thank you for sharing your concerns, now anyone who wishes to share a similar experience on the topic please do. Once again, I'm not encouraging anyone to break policy or their warranty. Those who have quoted policies and terms and conditions are done now, we know its not supported by Apple! If my watch breaks, its my fault and I'll buy a new one!

  • by Meg St._Clair,

    Meg St._Clair Meg St._Clair May 22, 2015 8:17 AM in response to Ben_23
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    May 22, 2015 8:17 AM in response to Ben_23

    Ben_23 wrote:

     

    OK then let me rephrase that. These forums would be better served with those who don't quote policy documents, who share experiences and who contribute to making Apple products better by sharing those experiences. By sharing my experiences, I serve to show how I personally used an Apple product and I am asking for others to share who have done the same. Not all of us need to be quoted terms and conditions and policies.

     

    One person who likes to be righteous has marked Open_Mobile's post as helpful, but its not helpful to me (the forum OP) and people who want to share similar experiences.

    These forums are for everyone who wants to participate as long as they stick to the terms of use. I agree with Open_Mobile. I think his comments add something to this forum and to this thread. You may not find it helpful. However, it's awfully presumptious of you to assume that it's not helpful to other people.

  • by Ben_23,

    Ben_23 Ben_23 May 22, 2015 8:20 AM in response to Meg St._Clair
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    May 22, 2015 8:20 AM in response to Meg St._Clair

    Right OK, point taken. Lets get back to topic. Thread back open for people to share experiences

  • by Ben_23,

    Ben_23 Ben_23 May 22, 2015 12:01 PM in response to Meg St._Clair
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    May 22, 2015 12:01 PM in response to Meg St._Clair

    Meg can you please explain to me how it is that two comments made about your last response have been deleted?

     

    What power do you have to dictate how people respond to this thread?

     

    I Quote you: "These forums are for everyone who wants to participate"

     

    Yet you, or someone you notified, has deleted parts of this thread.

     

    I know this because I was emailed your response and the post from Mike was deleted.

     

    So are you now deciding who belongs on this forum?!

  • by dgdfgfdg,

    dgdfgfdg dgdfgfdg Aug 5, 2015 7:21 AM in response to Ben_23
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    Aug 5, 2015 7:21 AM in response to Ben_23

    Hoping to re-spark this topic, I have had my Apple Watch for a few weeks now and have been showering regularly with it since day one. I use a bluetooth speaker i use to listen to music in the shower, and use my watch to skip songs, change volume, etc. as well as to receive important calls and texts without getting out to answer the phone. After hearing the same reports as everyone else that Tim Cook showers with his, i assumed it would be more widely done than it apparently has been. But this this has been out for months now, has anyone had one that has broken strictly from shower water damage? Even after long term exposure?

  • by nextgenmom,

    nextgenmom nextgenmom Mar 16, 2016 8:57 AM in response to PyxelShooter
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    Mar 16, 2016 8:57 AM in response to PyxelShooter

    I used to wear a Rolex... so I have to wear it all of the time in order for it to wind. I forgot to take my Apple Watch off when getting in the shower on morning and the screen was a little funky afterwards for a day or two... Images would leave a shadow and when black... there was a white square. It's gone now, but I won't do that again!

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