Apple Watch 6 motherboard failure

Is it really true that my Apple Watch 6 which has a motherboard issue after 2 years of use is unrepairable? I have been told my only option is to buy another watch!!


this is a known issue with some of the Apple Watch 6’s. Why should I lose out because of a manufacturing issue?


ironically I am back to using my Apple Watch 2 which is still working fine. If slow. 🤦🏻‍♀️

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Posted on Sep 25, 2023 2:51 PM

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Sep 25, 2023 3:27 PM in response to Tali_abdn

There is no 'known issue' with series 6 Apple Watches. The simple fact of that matter is that ANY electronic device can a does fail and there need not be a reason other than fate. That's why there are warranties. If you had purchased Apple Care+ with the watch it would be repaired or replaced without charge.

Sep 25, 2023 4:00 PM in response to lkrupp

There is a program for certain batches:

Apple Watch Series 6 Service Program for Blank Screen Issue - Apple Support

Which proves that there is a known issue. But let’s not argue over that.

yes you are correct. I could have bought the apple care but naive me thought i was buying a quality apple product. In fact my sons watch it working fine. And so is my Apple Watch 2 which I am now back to using.

Sep 25, 2023 4:12 PM in response to Tali_abdn

So I assume you entered your serial number and it did not qualify, which means your watch isn't part of the program and does not have the issue described. That means you have to accept that electronic devices fail all the time and it has nothing to do with the brand, the quality, or anything else. It just happens.

Apple Watch 6 motherboard failure

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