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Apple Watch water lock feature explained

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The Apple Watch's water lock feature is designed to protect the device during water submersion by disabling the touchscreen and actively ejecting water from its speaker holes. This feature, available on models from Series 2 onwards, automatically engages during water-based exercises like swimming and can be manually activated for activities such as showering or washing dishes. By expelling residual moisture, the water lock helps to prevent potential long-term damage and maintain the watch's water resistance over time. AI

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