We've seen plenty of scratch & damage tests on the screen. It seems to hold up in water just fine. But what about sand? More particularly: what about getting sand in those tiny holes on the side? Is this something I should be worried about? Should I take any precautions when going to the beach? - F
Apple Watch
That spigen case will only make it worse, the sand will get in between the case and the watch and scratch the heck out of it. You can also clearly see that the dial on the side is still exposed too, leaving room for sand to get in between. Do not take your apple watch to the sand. It will get in the crown and make scratchy sounds. I had a friend who did it, the scratchy sounds must have worn out the weather sealing so now his watch isn't water proof. Sand WILL get in "those tiny holes" and cannot be removed without damaging the speakers and microphones. The apple watch is great for swimming in a pool, but not for surfing or other beach activities. DO NOT use it in sandy conditions. Use your G-Shock at the beach and leave the Apple watch in the car.
Yes, take precautions when going to the beach. The Watch is not rated for solid particle protection, only aquatic protection (IPX7).
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IP_Code
Sand can and will jam up any holes and has the potential to also scratch your watch face.
I am just back from the beach and I must have gotten sand in the turn cog. it was hard to turn and it no longer works when I push it in
If your worried about the sand . Just do as all us iphone users do , slap a case on it
http://www.spigen.com/products/apple-watch-case-tough-armor?variant=1193321621
This is now available by spigen
Will sand damage an Apple Watch?
