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Galaxy watch rash

(Topic created on: 14-02-2019 08:06 AM)
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Roro87
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Rash on part of my wrist from wearing the new 2018 46mm watchRash on part of my wrist from wearing the new 2018 46mm watch

I received my pre ordered Samsung Gear 46mm 2018 watch on September 7th 2018 and have been wearing it often. Remove it for showering and charging and sometimes I sleep with it.

 

Recently iv noticed this rash developing and it slightly irritates me. The rash area is sore red and it looks like the skin is stretched or burnt. Th picture does bit show as clear as seen in person.

 

Iv done some googling and found a few people complain about similar rash on the older gear watches. They state it could be the strap and say to try it on the other hand to see if you have an allergic reaction etc.

 

I have a bit of an issue with this, I am a contractor and work with my hands, if this causes something more serious or stops me from doing my work it would be financially un-beneficial for me.

 

I have been tested befoe for allergies and my results came back clear so I dont know exactly what going on. 

 

If anybody from Samsung or otherwise can provide some insight into my situation please let me know asap. It's a bit annoying paying 300 quid for a watch that's going to give me a rash

 

Cheers

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Patey
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PT21
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marcusraptus
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Hello this is an interesting topic ...I have the same problem particularly the metal buckle is seriously causing problems ....I reckon due to nikkel alergy but the straps had too cause bad rash ... I like to know if anyone has tried another strapped (e.g. titanium or other hypo allergenic material) If you could reach out soon I'd appreciate it cause im thinking of bringing it back. 

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NCRiverRat
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I have different strap and that solved the reaction from the band. However, my issue has always been worse and continues where the watch sits, not the band.
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Trond
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Same problem here! Have used other rubber band watches for years without problems. I never took them off either in water, gym, shower or anything. I did not clean them either. this is not good on a 400$ watch.   Any suggestions to rubber based bands that not gives you rash? 

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Dfulf
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Why a mark from the band?Why a mark from the band?

So why what is the secrect to enjoy my Samsung watch without sporting a reaction to the band? I've tried changing hands, making sure no moisture, also tried not wearing it for a few days but that didn't work. What's the point having it if i can't wear it or have to limit the time i wear it? Anyone have a solution???? 

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Dfulf
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Why a mark from the band?Why a mark from the band?

So why what is the secrect to enjoy my Samsung watch without sporting a reaction to the band? I've tried changing hands, making sure no moisture, also tried not wearing it for a few days but that didn't work. What's the point having it if i can't wear it or have to limit the time i wear it? Anyone have a solution???? 

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Gazza40
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I have just brought the galaxy watch and am having the same trouble  are there any ideas yet of what it is???

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marcusraptus
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Anyone have a reaction to the case especially the four metal point of where the band connects ? I think I have to return it 

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Dfulf
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Class action needs to be done paying for replacement bands.  That should rectify the situation and keep customers.

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