Can I swim with my Apple Watch 6?

Apple Watch is not waterproof. It is water resistant. You can swim with it on, afterward you should clean it afterward. And you shouldn't shower with Apple Watch since soap can ruin the seals.
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Is the Apple Watch 6 waterproof?

Apple Watch Series 6 have a water resistance rating of 50 meters under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that they may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean.
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Is Apple Watch 6 waterproof in pool?

Your Apple Watch is water resistant, but not waterproof. * For example, you can wear and use your Apple Watch during exercise (exposure to sweat is OK), in the rain, and while washing your hands.
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How long can you swim with Apple Watch 6?

There is a limit to how long the Apple Watch Series 6 can withstand water since it is only water-resistant and not waterproof. Apple recommends you not have your watch submerged for more than 30 minutes. After that amount of time in the water, the seals could fail.
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What happens if I don't put my Apple Watch in water mode?

No - Apple Watch Series 2 remains equally water resistant regardless of whether or not Water Lock is turned on. Water Lock for Apple Watch Series 2 models prevents accidental screen interactions during exposure to water and also expels any water from the speaker afterwards.
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Is it OK to wear my Apple Watch in the pool?

These days, more and more electronic devices are water resistant, including the Apple Watch. Unless you've got a first-generation Watch, you can wear it in the shower, while swimming in a pool or lake, and while running until you sweat.
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How long can I swim with my Apple Watch?

Apple officially states that the Apple Watch is water resistant with a rating of IPX7, which means the watch can be submerged at depths up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes.
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Is Apple Watch really waterproof?

As Apple's approach to the Apple Watch matured, going from an extension of your iPhone to a health and fitness device, its capabilities have followed. Newer Apple Watch models are not only waterproof, but they're specifically designed for swimming.
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Is the series 6 Apple Watch worth it?

As an overall fitness tracker, the Apple Watch 6 feels like it's got some incredible benefits – great activity tracking, good monitoring and motivation to stay active, a wide range of monitored activities – but there's still no step up to a 'pro mode' for those who want to take their fitness to another level.
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Is Apple Watch salt water proof?

Yes. As explained in the support document you came from, Series 2 and Series 3 apple watches can be used for shallow water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean. That means it can be used in salt water like that of an ocean.
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How do you use Apple Watch underwater?

How to turn on Water Lock
  1. Touch and hold the bottom of the display when your watch face or an app is visible. Wait for Control Center to show, then swipe up. You can open Control Center from any screen.
  2. Tap the Water Lock button . The Water Lock icon appears at the top of the watch face.
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What is the red dot on my Apple Watch?

If you see a red dot at on the Apple Watch screen, it means you have a new or unread notification on the Apple Watch. The unread notification could be from any number of things; an unread text message, missed phone call, email, alert, or any other notification.
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What is the water mode on Apple Watch?

The water drop icon on your Apple Watch means that the Water Lock feature has been enabled. Water Lock locks your watch's screen so that you can swim or shower without turning it on, or tapping anything inadvertently. Disabling Water Lock is quick and easy, and will even clear any excess water out of your Apple Watch.
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Is Apple Watch or fitbit better for swimming?

New Study finds the Apple Watch more accurate than Fitbit when it comes to measuring aquatic exercise. Many studies have been done over the years to establish the accuracy of smartwatches when it comes to measuring heart rate and step count.
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Can I wear my Apple Watch in a chlorine pool?

It is safe to swim with Apple Watch models Series 3 to 7 and SE in a chlorinated swimming pool. Apple class these watches as swim proof and safe for swimming. Although they do not provide warranty cover for water damage. Although Apple Watches aren't classed as waterproof, they are extremely well protected from water.
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Is swimming good for weight loss?

Swimming is an efficient way to burn calories. A 160-pound person burns approximately 423 calories an hour while swimming laps at a low or moderate pace. That same person may burn up to 715 calories an hour swimming at a more vigorous pace.
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Can I wear Apple Watch to beach?

The apple watch is great for swimming in a pool, but not for surfing or other beach activities.
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Can I wear my Apple Watch snorkeling?

The apple watch series 1 is described as splash resistant, and the series 2 and newer is described as 50m water-resistant. In general, Apple does not recommend the watches for high-velocity water sports like water skiing but swimming and snorkeling should be fine.
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How far can Apple Watch 6 be from iPhone?

Normal Bluetooth range is around 33 feet / 10 meters (this will vary in practice due to wireless interference). Whenever the Apple Watch cannot connect to the iPhone via Bluetooth, it will attempt, as a fallback, to connect to a compatible Wi-Fi network.
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How often do you need to charge Apple Watch 6?

Apple Watch is so capable you'll want to wear it all day long. So we made sure we gave it a battery that lasts all day, too. Our goal for battery life is 18 hours after an overnight charge, factoring in things like checking the time, receiving notifications, using apps, and doing a 60-minute workout.
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How long does battery last on Apple Watch 6?

The Apple Watch Series 6 is rated to last 18 hours on a charge. However, in real world usage, it easily lasts well over 24 hours.
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Is the Series 7 Apple Watch waterproof?

Apple Watch Series 7 has a water resistance rating of 50 meters under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that it may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean.
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