The screen came off!
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In the opening segment, the creator explains a surprising failure: the screen on an almost three-year-old Apple Watch Series 6 suddenly becomes detached, prompting questions about whether battery expansion or adhesive degradation caused the problem. He initially considers fixing the display and battery at an Apple Store, hoping for a simple battery replacement that could also address the screen, but discovers that the store does not perform watch repairs and would instead replace components, delaying a resolution. The discussion then broadens to a comparison between repairing the old watch versus upgrading to a new Series 9, with emphasis on what the newer model offers, such as the S9 chip, double-tap gesture interactions, and an updated Ultra Wideband feature. He also touches on the ongoing controversy around the blood oxygen sensor due to an ITC ruling, noting that the feature is deactivated in the US while still functional in Canada, and he evaluates medical versus wellness readings and the associated caveats. The narrative shifts to a cost and repairability lens, as he reveals an email from Apple about a diagnostic repair, which labels the damage as “SL Dent,” implying non-battery damage and significantly increasing the potential repair cost. This friction leads him to seek a local independent repair shop, which promises a faster turnaround and lower price, allowing him to recover the device for a fraction of the cost of a new Series 9. He reflects on Apple’s repair philosophy, contrasting it with the shop’s ability to repair, and considers the broader environmental and longevity implications of repairs versus replacement. Ultimately, the creator weighs battery as a consumable against the broader lifecycle of the watch, concluding that for now repairing and continuing to use the older model remains the more economical and practical choice, even as he acknowledges the newer Series 9’s advantages. The video closes with a call to engage viewers about their own repair and upgrade choices and an invitation to watch another video about using a cellular Apple Watch as a standalone device, inviting discussion in the comments about how long viewers have used their Apple Watches before replacing or repairing them.
Topics · Technology · Consumer Electronics · Wearables · Repairability · Product Reviews
Questions answered
- Should you repair an older Apple Watch or upgrade to the latest Series 9 based on this video?
- The creator ultimately prefers repairing the older Series 6, citing lower cost and sufficient performance, while acknowledging the Series 9 has advantages like a faster chip and new features. The decision depends on budget, desired features, battery health, and whether a repair shop can restore durability at a reasonable cost.
- What factors affect the decision to replace a watch rather than repair it?
- Key factors include repair cost versus replacement price, the watch’s battery health, potential future software support, availability of replacement parts, perceived reliability after repair, and environmental considerations of repairing versus buying new.