Apple Watch in the cold in winter – my experience report

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The Apple Watch is the gadget that is most exposed to the elements due to its exposed position on the wrist. Whether jogging, hiking, skiing, cross-country skiing or other activities in the cold season. The smartwatch is also stressed accordingly. How is it doing Apple Watch in the cold winter in the test? How well is it suitable for winter activities such as skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, jogging and many other sports in winter in wind, rain and snow? I have them for you Apple Watch Tried it in the winter stress test and compiled the most important information for you. An experience report. 

I also go outside in winter to jog. When it's really cold, I run my rounds outdoors and then go and warm up comfortably. Always with me: mine Apple Watch. First icy cold, then heat - this not only stresses the circulation, but also the electronics of the smartwatch. One hears again and again that electronic devices cause problems when it is cold in winter - they switch off, can no longer be operated or the battery life is shortened. After all, you carry your smartphone with you in your jacket pocket. There it is well protected and stored warm for most of the time.

The Apple Watch however, is in an exposed position on the wrist. On the one hand, it is warmed up by body heat and, on the other hand, is often covered by a sweater and jacket, but it is very strained when worn. In combination with functional clothing and in many winter sports, the smartwatch is exposed to intense weather. I already have them all Apple Watch Models of the Apple Watch the first generation about the Apple Watch Series 5 through to Apple Watch Series 9 extensively tested.

I will therefore give you a few valuable tips on how you can use the high-quality smartwatch safely even in the dead of winter when it is cold, ice and snowy. And which apps and settings are best suited for winter sports. Of course, as always, everything at your own risk - especially the use in the heat chamber (my Apple Watch Sauna experience report). 

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Overview – How is it doing Apple Watch when it's cold in winter?

  • The Apple Watch When it is cold in winter, the exposed position on the wrist is particularly exposed to rain, snow and cold. 
  • Strength: The Apple Watch can record your activity - determine calories, heart rate, altitude, distance covered and many other data.
  • Weakness: Moisture can limit the usability of the display. 
  • The smartwatch is more likely to be exposed to bumps on the wrist. 
  • It is difficult to say whether snow and cold have a significantly negative effect on battery life.
  • What can you do about that Apple Watch the best possible protection against cold in winter, snow and ice? 

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What says Apple to use the Apple Watch when it's cold in winter?

Of course that is Apple Watch from the first generation to the Apple Watch Series 6 is also designed to be worn in the dead of winter in cold, ice and snow. However, the manufacturer also points out that complications can occur at very low or high temperatures:

A transparent one Apple Watch The protective cover was my first choice - it now has to be replaced regularly because it is scratched and yellowed. Photo: Sascha Tegtmeyer
A transparent protective cover can be used for the Apple Watch offer a little more protection in winter - it now has to be replaced regularly because it is scratched and yellowed. Photo: Sascha Tegtmeyer

The Apple Watch is designed to operate in an ambient temperature of 0 to 35 ° C and should be stored in an ambient temperature of –20 to 45 ° C. The Apple For example, the watch must not be exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time. Also should the Apple Watch not be left in the car on hot days. Keeping the device outside of the recommended temperature range can shorten battery life and cause other damage.

Source: Apple

Many users who like their Apple Watch in the sauna (at your own risk!) reported to me that the smartwatch switched off automatically. That's because the Apple Watch automatically regulates its internal temperature. That said, it may shut down. This applies to both particularly high and low temperatures. But the following other symptoms also indicate internal temperature regulation:

  • Interruption of the charging process or longer charging
  • the display is darkened
  • Apps are closed automatically
  • Data is transferred more slowly - or the transfer is completely stopped
  • the cellular connection may break
  • a thermometer is shown in the display at high temperatures

Overall, such symptoms should not be a cause for concern. Usually the smartwatch recovers quickly at room temperature. With the Apple Watch In winter with cold, snow and ice, you should achieve positive results by warming the smartwatch with body heat in your jacket pocket.

Hello, I'm Sascha Tobias Tegtmeyer from Hamburg - and a real beach child with heart and soul! Sea fan, travel lover and always up for an adventure. On my travel blog Just-Wanderlust.com and the social media channels of Strandkind Travels, I combine my love of traveling and nature with a passion for water sports such as stand-up paddling, diving and surfing. I am a journalist, author and blogger - and I am naturally curious when I get to know new travel destinations and then write about them in detail. As a technology fan, when I'm traveling with my family or alone, I'm always happy to bring a few travel gadgets with me for testing purposes. My favorite travel countries, which I also prefer to write about in my travel blog: USA, Thailand and Maldives.
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Apple Watch in the cold – these are the strengths and weaknesses

The Apple Watch can be used wonderfully for various winter sports activities. While jogging in the snow, Hiking, skiing, cross-country skiing and many other activities, the smartwatch is a reliable companion. But why should you actually wear your smartwatch and not leave it at home when you're heading down the slopes? In my experience, the answer is quite simple: because it was made for exactly these purposes.

Power

  • can Apple Watch is ideal for all winter activities in cold, ice and snow
  • the smartwatch records many important activity data such as distance traveled, heart rate, activity calories, blood oxygen level - the new altimeter Apple Watch Series 6 also records the altitude very reliably and permanently
  • on Apple Watch the current outside temperature can be easily read with a weather app
  • With numerous third-party apps for skiing, jogging, hiking and many other activities in winter in cold, ice and snow, the sport becomes even more pleasant
  • important data such as a map of the ski area right on your wrist
  • Answer calls during winter sports without taking your smartphone out of your pocket

weaknesses

  • Operating smartwatches and smartphones with gloves is generally a bit annoying
  • can Apple Watch responds to some extent to low temperatures

snow, winter, cold – Apple Watch operate with gloves? 

Operating a smartwatch or smartphone with your glove never works particularly well - even with overcoats that are specifically designed for this purpose. Sometimes the operation works and sometimes it doesn't work - experience has shown. But who wants to take off their gloves every time to quickly tap on the device?

The humidity in the rain and snow combined with the cold make it even more difficult to use the smartwatch. Experience has shown that the... Apple Watch Can be operated significantly worse or not at all if there is a film of water on the display.

Lock screen with crown

It becomes all the more unpleasant when the display operates itself because of the water on it. That's why the screen should always be locked when there's water - which in turn means that the screen can no longer be used at all until it's unlocked. It is therefore advisable to carry out any preparations - such as starting the training app - while warm and dry and then lock the screen.

Alternatively, you can also insert a high-quality microfiber cloth and regularly remove moisture from the smartwatch when using it outdoors. The display should then be able to be operated again. Unfortunately, you often have to take off your gloves to do this. Even high-quality gloves that are specifically made for smartwatch displays usually only function semi-optimally. 

The Apple Watch is very suitable to use it for skiing in winter. With the smartwatch, the most important vital data and key data can be recorded during the activity.
The Apple Watch is very suitable to use it for skiing in winter. With the smartwatch, the most important vital data and key data can be recorded during the activity. Photo: Unsplash

This is how you protect your Apple Watch in winter in cold, snow and ice 

Of course you want yours Apple Watch Wear it for all activities even in winter and don't leave it at home. In principle, the smartwatch is also suitable for this. But just like heat, cold and snow can do the same Apple Watch add properly. It is therefore advisable to put the sporty watch in a protective case in adverse weather conditions and - if possible - to wear a soft sweater or jacket over it.

The watch is then kept at normal temperature by body heat. The less it is exposed to strong temperature fluctuations, the less stress the material is subjected to. 

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My conclusion

The Apple Watch Can be used wonderfully for all outdoor activities even in the depths of winter when it is cold, ice and snow. It is designed to provide optimal support for athletes and active people, even in the cold season. No matter whether you go jogging outside in the cold in winter, throw yourself down a slope while skiing in the mountains or just take a leisurely walk in the sun and snow.

Outdoor fans in particular can benefit from the Apple Watch benefit by recording their activities, determining their calories and measuring their heart rate - and from the Apple Watch Series 6 can also measure blood oxygen levels. As far as the temperature is concerned, the smartwatch is designed for a high amplitude between up to 0 degrees. It can even be stored up to a temperature of minus 20 degrees Celsius. The smartwatch should therefore be able to be used without any problems on most days of the year. 

But not only the smartwatch itself is an asset for all outdoor activities in the cold in winter. With the help of the right apps, you have maximum support in all activities and sports that you can do outdoors in the cold season. 

Which smartwatch are you currently using? And how do you want them Apple Watch use in winter when it's cold? Share your experiences in the comments.

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