Apple says users might not be wearing it correctly

May 4, 2015 06:44 GMT  ·  By

You might remember that leading fitness tracker maker Fitbit suffered a major setback last year when it was forced to recall one of its high-tech wristbands, the Fitbit Force, from the market.

The reason? Immediately after the wearable launched, some users started complaining about skin rash when wearing the wristband - something that had not been reported with its predecessor, the Fitbit Flex.

It seems that the curse of the wrist-bound irritation is following titans of the industry like the plague. You’re probably aware that Apple already started shipping its first Watch product, and surprise, surprise, just a few weeks after the timepiece’s launch, some customers are denouncing it, saying that it produces skin rashes.

Are you experiencing similar symptoms?

One Apple Watch owner who had an allergic reaction to his wristband immediately called Apple. According to Cupertino, every metal used in the Watch strap that touches your skin is repeatedly tested. The company also consults with board-certified dermatologists, but some people are just more sensitive than others.

“If you have a problem with nickel, the material is used on the Apple Watch, the space gray Apple Watch, Sport, the stainless steel portions of some Apple Watch bands, and the magnets in the watch and bands,” the company says.

Nickel can constitute a problem for some users, but Apple says the levels found in the Watch aren’t high enough to cause any sort of problems. However, those who are more sensitive will probably see some bad effects.

Furthermore, Apple warns about methacrylates (which is found in the adhesive used in Band Aids), in which case you might also want to re-think your decision to purchase the Apple Watch case, the Milanese Loop, the Modern Buckle, and the Leather Loop.

Even so, the company states that none of the parts of the Apple Watch containing methacrylates touches the users’ skin. However, if you know you are particularly sensitive, you’d better stay away from it.

Could you be wearing your Apple Watch incorrectly?

Last but not least, the tech giant says that another possible reason for the rash is that the user could be wearing the band too tightly or too loosely. An overly tight band can cause an irritation, while a loose band can cause rubbing. The company is showing you exactly how you should wear the band around your wrist.

Cupertino also warns that if you’re experiencing any sort of allergic reaction, you should consult a physician before putting the wearable back on your wrist.

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