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  1. Hamster100

    Why can’t the Apple Watch forward email?

    So this is a very simple question that I hope has a simple answer. Why can’t my Apple Watch forward emails? I’ve tried several email services other than Apple Mail including Outlook, Spark, Airmail but none of them have the option to forward Mail. This is quite frustrating as I use Apple...
  2. FTyler

    Hermès Apple Watch Face Color

    Hello - have any Hermès Apple Watch owners ever used an app to sample the actual RGB and/or HEX color of the orange face numerals? Online, photos show the color to be anywhere from bright tangerine to a pale pinkish-orange. I've heard that the Hermès orange color used for the face numerals is...
  3. akidokraja

    Who is getting ready for 49mm Series 8?

    As the title says, I can’t wait for larger Apple Watch S8. Possibly 49mm. That would be dream as my wrists are enormous and 45mm looks like a toy. I really hope Apple gives us this third size in the fall. That way there would be size for everyone. Kids and adults. Tim, make it happen please!!
  4. S

    No monthly challenges??

    I do not have a monthly challenge on my watch and I can’t find it any where. Any tips on how to get them back?
  5. Lcgiv

    Apple Watch Series 6 Dead Screen

    I’ve had my S6 Apple Watch since a month or so after launch and was always wary of the dead screen issue. Today I woke up and the screen was black. Thought maybe it hadn’t charged but it was synced to my iPhone with 100 percent battery. I get Taptic feedback and can unlock the watch with the...
  6. honglong1976

    Location services always on when using Weather complication

    I noticed if the Weather app on the iPhone is set to the current location, and a weather complication is set on the watch, location services is constantly on the iPhone, which causes the iPhone to always be warm (obviously some battery drain as well). I had a Series 2 AW, and the fix was to add...
  7. A

    Maps dark mode always on

    Any one know how to turn off dark mode on the Map app? I’ve not got dark mode turned on on my phone or watch but it’s on on the maps app and the Find My apps on the watch.
  8. BryceXXXX

    Apps Make your watch a Jump Rope counter

    Guys, I developed a Watch app, which makes your Apple Watch a jump rope repetitions counter, If you are interested, you can get it from here.
  9. Apple fanboy

    April 2022 Activity Thread

    Well here we go again. Not impossible. At least I get 8 easier days! Come on guys and girls. We got this!
  10. S

    Do data between apps merge when using two Apple Watches to one iPhone?

    I have an Apple Watch Series 3 and purchased several years ago. I am looking buying a new Series 7 or perhaps wait for the Series 8. I use the Apple Activity app and Steps app frequently to monitor my physical statistics. I intend to use one for exercise while the other for more...
  11. lukematch

    Apple Watch SE 2?

    Anyone have any info/speculation/hopes for the next Apple Watch SE? Planning on waiting for the next one to come out instead of buying the current SE.
  12. Alex Cai

    My AW battery sucks after OS8.5

    I owned a Apple Watch S6 and the battery was “all-day” until I upgraded it to 8.5. I get up in the morning at 7am with the battery fully charged and under light use (not opening alot of apps and less than 20min workout), the watch battery got to 10percent at 6pm. I tried many settings like...
  13. Apple fanboy

    March 2022 Activity thread

    So February is done. Time to reset. Looks like no rest days for me. Not sure how I will get on as I’ve hurt my ankle today. Slipped off a curb and rolled my ankle.
  14. M

    App to host media files / Apple Watch

    Is there any app that can host media files (mp3) for the Apple Watch to be played offline? (Do not want to use Apple Music, too limited)
  15. M

    How does Milanese loop look after a couple of months?

    Hi, I am thinking about buying Milanese loop for my AW, but I am worried if it will decolorize after some time of usage. Could you tell me, if you had situation like that, I would also appreciate photos of your loops after longer usage. I am writing this, since I didn't find topic like that via...
  16. M

    "Out of media space" brand new watch, 4gb free...

    Brand new Apple Watch 3 (for music usage only) 3.3 / 8 GB Used (as per Screenshot), why can I not sync a 1gb playlist?
  17. rillrill

    Apple Watch Battery Replacement for $79 Story

    Hey folks. I just wanted to share my experience getting my wife’s Apple Watch battery replaced from Apple. With Apple either slowing down adding new features or just not being able to add many new features like new sensors, its never been a better time to keep your watches longer. My wife’s...
  18. Apple fanboy

    February 2022 Activity Thread

    So here we go again. Good luck everyone!
  19. M

    Use as music device only. Turn off all features

    Goal: Turn off EVERYTHING (sensors, feedback etc.), use as bluetooth streaming device for music only? So, I got an apple watch, I use it for music during my run (do not want to carry my phone). How can I turn off EVERYTHING (sensors, other funny stuff) and use it for music only? (I don't even...
  20. M

    Apple ID Opening a second Apple ID with another country/region

    Hello guys, The title says pretty much what my issue is, but here is a short version. I study abroad, and plan to do so for at least 5 more years. Thus, I got a new bank account and a phone number, but my Apple ID is still set to my home country region (which supports less of Apples services)...