Not paying attention on vacation on the beach, bumping into the backrest on a plane or not paying attention at dinner in a restaurant: ugly smartwatch signs of wear and scratches on the Apple Watch lurk everywhere - unfortunately I know that from painful experience with my expensive watch. The smartwatch is scratched quickly, especially with all sorts of activities when traveling or doing sports. What can you do to avoid unsightly signs of wear on the smartwatch from the outset? And how can scratches on the Apple Watch removed? I have put together my tips and experiences for you, which I have gained over the past few years with various Apple Watch often had to make models painful themselves.

Especially if you have just bought your first smartwatch, I unfortunately have to take away all illusions: your new one Gadget will most certainly not survive its time on your wrist unscathed. Sooner or later it will be there: the first ugly one Apple Watch Scratches - and with it comes very unpleasant behavior. If there's a scratch in the smartwatch, then it doesn't matter.

And after a few days and weeks, the smartwatch is full of signs of wear that look unsightly and reduce the resale value. Unfortunately, especially during activities such as sports or on vacation, the smartwatch is extremely strong and external influences such as grains of sand on the beach often cause initial damage Apple Watch scratches.

My most important pro tip: Avoid scratches and other signs of wear from the outset. If you have to polish the scratches first, the child has already fallen into the well. It is extremely difficult to polish a scratch out of your smartwatch. You can try - but unfortunately the probability is very low that yours Apple Watch then looks like it did before.

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The motto and the most important tip for everyone who doesn't feel like it Apple Watch If there are signs of wear and tear, it's very clear: Don't let it get into spots, because the scratches are very difficult to get out again. So it's best to order one right away Apple Watch Silikonhülle to your smartwatch. But even if the child has already fallen into the well, there are still ways to deal with it with a suitable microfiber cloth, polish, toothpaste and baking soda.

Whether the techniques work and Apple Watch However, having scratches removed depends on the severity of the wear. You can try it, but there is no guarantee of success. You should also try out the products carefully first and see whether a particular substance is suitable for each one Apple Watch suitable.

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Instructions - How to Apple Watch Remove scratches

Basically, cleaning and removing scratches is on the Apple Watch of course at your own risk. You should always handle your high-quality sports smartwatch very carefully so as not to damage it.

1. First, carefully and as a test, apply some polish to one corner of the smartwatch using a high-quality microfiber cloth.
2. Apply the product in circular movements and see how the chosen product – the polish or toothpaste – gets along with the surface.
3. Apply the polish to the display using circular movements - at least in the area where the Apple Watch There are scratches.
4. I know from experience that if there are deep scratches on the... Apple Watch Needs to be polished a little longer and harder.
5. Every now and then you should check how the polish affects the display. To wipe the watch, you can use a dry cloth or a cloth slightly dampened with water. The manufacturer advises against the use of cleaning agents or similar products.
6. If the Apple Watch If there are still scratches, you should of course repeat the process. You just have to see if it does anything. If you don't make any progress at all, you know that the scratch on the smartwatch is too deep. You then either have to come to terms with it, try a different polish or keep the display Apple Have it replaced if the scratches bother you very much.
7. At the very end, you can clean your beloved smartwatch again with a high-quality microfiber cloth.

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The most common sources for Apple Watch scratches in everyday life

There are many different sources for everyday life Apple Watch Scratch. The most common ones are probably nasty corners and edges that you get stuck on with your sporty smartwatch. But also a visit with the Apple Watch On the beach, sand and small stones can end up really bad.

• rough walls in stairwells
• Armrests of chairs and table edges
• corners of car doors
• Sand and pebbles on the beach

Even if the bumper doesn't help against sand and small stones, one can Apple Watch Protective cover at least helps against corners, edges and rough walls. A high-quality smartwatch case has saved me one or two nasty scratches. But as I said: sand and stones unfortunately collect under them Apple Watch Cases and can scratch the smartwatch despite all care.

Apple Watch with sapphire crystal for fewer scratches?

I don't really know if the difference is that huge. This actually needs to be examined more closely. Sapphire glass is said to be significantly more robust and resistant to scratches than mineral glass. A few months ago I would have advised you to choose a smartwatch with sapphire crystal.

However, some time ago I was with mine Apple Watch diving and discovered after my outdoor activities that the sapphire crystal and the titanium case had scratches due to the stress.

I've never had scratches on the cover glass of one in the past Apple Watch. However, when diving and snorkeling, it's easy to get stuck on your equipment, scratching along the diving tank or somewhere on the diving boat - and that's what mine did Apple Watch Sapphire crystal also gets scratches. Of course it could be that one Apple Watch With mineral glass there would have been even more scratches and signs of wear. But I can only speculate.

I do think that sapphire glass is harder and more scratch-resistant than mineral glass. But that doesn't mean that your smartwatch with sapphire crystal won't get scratches.

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Apple Watch Ultra scratches - completely resistant to signs of wear?

At first I was so happy that the case Apple Watch Ultra is so resistant to scratches and signs of wear. That’s it – no question at all. For a really long time I had no scratches at all on my valuable outdoor smartwatch. The combination of sapphire crystal and titanium case seems really robust.

But if you're an active person, sooner or later you'll manage to get big scratches and signs of wear Apple Watch to do ultra. For example, I scraped along a wall and got severe scratches in the titanium housing. And at Diving with the Apple Watch Incredibly I scratched the sapphire crystal. That means: None Apple Watch is better protected against scratches than that Apple Watch Ultra. But, if you the Apple Watch If you use Ultra with an active lifestyle, sooner or later you will have serious scratches in your smartwatch.

If you want to protect your Ultra during sports and outdoor activities, you should use a case and tempered glass. This doesn't stop all scratches. For example, sand can easily collect in the protective cover and scratch the case. But overall, a case will protect you from the worst scratches on your valuables Apple Watch Ultra.

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My conclusion

After seven years with the different models Apple Watch I can say it quite clearly: The Sport Smartwatch simply does not remain without scratches. Sooner or later you'll catch the first nasty spots. Depending on your lifestyle, this can be quicker or take longer, but if you don't completely wrap the smartwatch in cotton wool, it will Apple Watch There are scratches that you cannot remove easily and simply.

You can do this on the display Apple Watch Try removing scratches - maybe you'll be lucky and scratches that aren't quite as deep can be removed. Deep scratches and spots on the stainless steel casing, on the other hand, can hardly be polished away - at most they can be softened somewhat. But on the other hand they show Apple Watch Of course, one thing is also scratched: you lead an active life and your beloved sports smartwatch also gets a bit of character through the spots.

What's wrong with yours? Apple Watch experienced? What is the best way to remove scratches? Do you have any insider tips for us? Share your experiences in the comments.