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Do I need a case when I have a tempered glass screen protector?
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I don’t use any case nor glass screen protector, and my watch is in a very decent condition after 2 years of heavy use (some light scratches but nothing major). Except if you do some extreme sports I’m pretty sure you’ll be okay with just a glass screen protector
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Wow - I didn't even realize screen protectors, let alone "cases", even existed for the AW!
I've had Apple Watches since S0 and have never used a screen protector or a case, and my watches have always held up great.
I have owned a Series 4 in aluminum and a series 6 in stainless steel and both have done good. The series 4 had some scratches that appeared on a refurb unit that I had replaced my OG one which had some issues and the screen had micro scratches that you couldn’t feel but see under certain conditions. My series 6 stainless steel is surprisingly scratch free so far (8 months) and the screen is spotless.
Tbh I can see a use for just screen protectors tho if you’re hitting your wrist a lot. Idc about the housing but the screen can be saved by one.
I agree with this sentiment. As much as I hate scratches on my devices and even though my watch is in perfect condition but I do put a screen protector on.
I use a case and a screen protector. I’ve cracked a screen and dented the replacement Apple Watch series 4 I had. No way going to ruin 2 Series 6. A case has already protected my new watch. I’ve broken two cases since October.
I’m going to protect my investment.
I’m going to protect my investment.
I've always been quite clumsy and, now that I'm old, it's only gotten worse, My Series 6 (less than a year old) now has significant scratches. I tried cases and screen protectors on my previous Series 3, but always found them awkward to use. I've read the recommendations above but would like something more specific on brands and types. I live In Thailand, so obtaining some brands might be problematic.
I've attached a photo of the screen to show its current condition.
I've attached a photo of the screen to show its current condition.
Whenever people talk about cases and screen protection on an Apple Watch I ask them the same thing…
Would you put a case or screen protector on an analogue watch? Whether it’s a £10 Casion or a £10,000 Rolex, the answer is probably no. So why would you put one on an Apple Watch?
Would you put a case or screen protector on an analogue watch? Whether it’s a £10 Casion or a £10,000 Rolex, the answer is probably no. So why would you put one on an Apple Watch?
I never resold a timex or any other watch before. I upgrade my Apple Watch every few years so I want it to be in the best condition possible.
1) to get more value out of it
2) make sure the person getting is getting the best watch they can for their money
See the attached photo of a 25 year old Seiko dive watch that I wore daily for a couple of decades. Not a scratch on the crystal. Compare that with the photo of my 11 month old Apple Watch that I posted above, the face of which is covered in scratches.
The Seiko doesn't need screen protection, the Apple Watch does.
I use the following with my Series 6. It has kept my SS from getting messed up plenty of times.
Misxi 2 Pack Hard PC Case with Tempered Glass Screen Protector Compatible with Apple Watch Series 6 SE Series 5 Series 4 44mm, Black
Misxi 2 Pack Hard PC Case with Tempered Glass Screen Protector Compatible with Series 6 SE Series 5 Series 4 44mm, Black Application Compatible model: Compatible with apple watch series 6/5/4/SE 44mm (Also compatible with new apple watch SE2 44mm). High quality With updated technology, Misxi PC c...
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Curious about whether this Seiko has a sapphire crystal or glass?
I saw your AW6 picture but it's an aluminium model and I will quite gladly admit that the Ion-X Glass does scratch easily (scratched my S4 myself) but have heard much better things about the strength of the Sapphire crystal on the other models and similar things about higher-end regular watches.
I literally did not know this was a thing until 2 minutes ago. Fair enough. Are they common amongst regular watch wearers/enthusiasts or are they something more used by the "worriers"?
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I bought it in the mid-90s. The model number is 7S26-0029. I think it just has a Seiko hardlex crystal (glass).
BTW, the one I have is a real lemon. It keeps terrible time and has been back to the factory in Singapore for repairs three times. They never could keep it from losing several minutes a week.
Sometimes we have to settle for what we can afford.
I also had no idea this was a thing until I ran into that page looking for protection for my Apple Watch.
I do remember people buying steel and plastic "bumpers" for Casio watches.
I ended up buy a generic protector much like the one @Apple_Robert posted. It cost 149 baht which is about
US$4.50.
Photos below.
It works fine. The touch screen operates normally (except see below). The buttons are easy to press. Turning the Digital Crown is a bit awkward. A big plus is that the screen hides the scratches I put in the watch crystal so the appearance of the watch is improved.
One odd but positive effect. I had cataract surgery and now have implanted multifocal lenses that don't do real well with long wavelength light (red). This makes it difficult for me to read red text on the Apple Watch like the Active Calorie amount in the photo below. Somehow the screen protector makes it possible for me to read red text on the watch without having to fetch a pair of glasses.
The only problem I've had is in very high humidity (87% here this morning) when light condensation accumulates between the Apple Watch crystal and the glass protector which seems to disable the touch screen until you remove the protector and wipe away the condensation.
US$4.50.
Photos below.
It works fine. The touch screen operates normally (except see below). The buttons are easy to press. Turning the Digital Crown is a bit awkward. A big plus is that the screen hides the scratches I put in the watch crystal so the appearance of the watch is improved.
One odd but positive effect. I had cataract surgery and now have implanted multifocal lenses that don't do real well with long wavelength light (red). This makes it difficult for me to read red text on the Apple Watch like the Active Calorie amount in the photo below. Somehow the screen protector makes it possible for me to read red text on the watch without having to fetch a pair of glasses.
The only problem I've had is in very high humidity (87% here this morning) when light condensation accumulates between the Apple Watch crystal and the glass protector which seems to disable the touch screen until you remove the protector and wipe away the condensation.