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Detroit Bill · 2 November 2018, 10:16 PM

I am sure there are a few member who regularly use an ipad. I do. I wonder if all the magnets on the new Ipad are enough to effect a mechanical watch?

beshannon · 2 November 2018, 10:23 PM

How close and how long is your watch stuck to the iPad?

Detroit Bill · 2 November 2018, 10:31 PM

Ha ha, a magnetic field extends beyond a magnet.

Mystro · 2 November 2018, 10:36 PM

I have a new Pro 12.9 1TB coming. I don’t think it will be any worse than my current iPad Pro. The Smart Cover magnets was a issue years ago with cheaper automatic movements. I never had any magnetism issues with any of my Rolex, Panerai, etc, movements and I use a iPad Pro for everything. You never ever should rest your watch on top of your phone or iPad anyway.

beshannon · 2 November 2018, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Detroit Bill

Ha ha, a magnetic field extends beyond a magnet.

Then this really does not sound safe for you or your watch, not sure how Apple can sell such a dangerous product.

HONDABBQ · 2 November 2018, 10:57 PM

Rolex and your Ipad.......................is it safe to?

3581512 · 2 November 2018, 11:01 PM

I don’t know the full details, but I believe Rolexes with the blue parachrome hairspring are more resistant to magnetism and some newer Rolexes are even more resistant to magnetism than the Milguass.

watchmaker · 2 November 2018, 11:15 PM

The magnetism given off by a tablet or smart phone is unlikely to affect a watch if you are wearing/holding both items as you would be expected to. The seriously strong magnets that stick an iPad case to the side of the iPad though...those can interfere with timekeeping big time.

Simple rule is; if it’s a magnet, your watch isn’t going to be friends with it (the exceptions being modern non metallic escapements and hairsprings).

Detroit Bill · 2 November 2018, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by beshannon

Then this really does not sound safe for you or your watch, not sure how Apple can sell such a dangerous product.

Just making conversation, relax. There are more magnets on the new iPad than ever before.

mr.tickles · 3 November 2018, 12:26 AM

That was the first thing I thought of when they announced it. I think there are about 120 magnets in that thing. I had an old Breitling get magnetized getting too close to a speaker magnet. It can happen.

j-watch · 3 November 2018, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by mr.tickles

That was the first thing I thought of when they announced it. I think there are about 120 magnets in that thing. I had an old Breitling get magnetized getting too close to a speaker magnet. It can happen.

There's a massive difference between the magnetic flux created by a "speakers magnet" and say the very tiny magnets that are in the Apple product. Especially if that speaker is of larger size and quality.

That said, the newer Rolex's are pretty "anti magnetic" with the materials they've migrated too as of late (thinking balance wheel, balance spring, etc.).

I'm sure someone here has more details on that. And I'm "NOT" saying Rolex's are impervious to magnetic fields, but they're vastly better then they were 20 years ago.

HogwldFLTR · 3 November 2018, 12:54 AM

I refuse to use that glorified Cell Phone in any iteration. Viva la Microsoft Surface!!! Andale, Andale, viva la rebelion!!!

Speedbird-1 · 3 November 2018, 01:13 AM

The relatively powerful magnetic flux emanating from our Sebo's, are the reason I don't do the vacuuming!

Damn that magnetic flux!

SearChart · 3 November 2018, 02:19 AM

My iPad won't get near any of my vintage pieces...

bobabreath · 3 November 2018, 02:48 AM

One reason I wear my Milgauss and not worry. Antimagnetism is becoming a more useful feature in our daily techno lives.

jps3b · 3 November 2018, 03:56 AM

I never thought of that. As I sit here holding my iPad. It’s about 8” away from my watch. Constantly

R!$ · 3 November 2018, 06:03 AM

no

2nastie · 3 November 2018, 06:13 AM

Time to get a tourbillion...

Car32 · 14 November 2018, 02:07 AM

I also wondered this. It shouldn't be an issue with the newer 32XX movements. Below is directly from Rolex's website: "Made of nickel‑phosphorus, it is also insensitive to magnetic interference" and they offer more comments on the anti-magnetic properties of individual components here: https://www.rolex.com/watches/rolex-...ibre-3255.html

Im curious though what affect all these magnets would have on older but still modern movements like the 31XX series or the 4130 series.

BTW here is a link to details on where the magnets are (everywhere)"
https://www.pocket-lint.com/tablets/...magnets-inside

The magnets are so strong the Ipad will stick to a refrigerator door!:
https://www.cultofmac.com/588990/201...erator-magnet/

3581512 · 15 November 2018, 01:01 AM

hmmm could this be Apples way of destroying the competition to get more sales for the Apple Watch

Detroit Bill · 15 November 2018, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 3581512

hmmm could this be Apples way of destroying the competition to get more sales for the Apple Watch

Bravo, LOL

Justinmg · 15 November 2018, 02:04 AM

No problem for my Omega!

I just keep my watch away from them and I wouldn’t rest your watch on the pad

Pauln · 15 November 2018, 02:14 AM

I think as long as you don’t take off your watch and leave it on top of your iPad, it’s fine. Of course it might be fine even if you do leave it on top of your iPad. Who knows. Try not to worry about it.

2 November 2018, 10:16 PM	#1
Detroit Bill "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: MI Posts: 56	New Ipad magnets? I am sure there are a few member who regularly use an ipad. I do. I wonder if all the magnets on the new Ipad are enough to effect a mechanical watch?

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2 November 2018, 10:57 PM	#6
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3 November 2018, 12:54 AM	#12
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	I refuse to use that glorified Cell Phone in any iteration. Viva la Microsoft Surface!!! Andale, Andale, viva la rebelion!!! __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

15 November 2018, 02:04 AM	#22
Justinmg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Justin Location: FL Watch: PO Posts: 3,353	No problem for my Omega! I just keep my watch away from them and I wouldn’t rest your watch on the pad __________________ //////////////////////////////// Member of The Nylon Nation Does it do anything? It tells the time.

2 November 2018, 10:31 PM	#3
Detroit Bill "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: MI Posts: 56	Ha ha, a magnetic field extends beyond a magnet.

2 November 2018, 10:36 PM	#4
Mystro 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 14,698	I have a new Pro 12.9 1TB coming. I don’t think it will be any worse than my current iPad Pro. The Smart Cover magnets was a issue years ago with cheaper automatic movements. I never had any magnetism issues with any of my Rolex, Panerai, etc, movements and I use a iPad Pro for everything. You never ever should rest your watch on top of your phone or iPad anyway.

2 November 2018, 11:01 PM	#7
3581512 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: US Posts: 265	I don’t know the full details, but I believe Rolexes with the blue parachrome hairspring are more resistant to magnetism and some newer Rolexes are even more resistant to magnetism than the Milguass.

2 November 2018, 11:15 PM	#8
watchmaker TechXpert Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Scott Location: London Posts: 2,238	The magnetism given off by a tablet or smart phone is unlikely to affect a watch if you are wearing/holding both items as you would be expected to. The seriously strong magnets that stick an iPad case to the side of the iPad though...those can interfere with timekeeping big time. Simple rule is; if it’s a magnet, your watch isn’t going to be friends with it (the exceptions being modern non metallic escapements and hairsprings).

3 November 2018, 12:26 AM	#10
mr.tickles "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Toronto Posts: 5	That was the first thing I thought of when they announced it. I think there are about 120 magnets in that thing. I had an old Breitling get magnetized getting too close to a speaker magnet. It can happen.

3 November 2018, 01:13 AM	#13
Speedbird-1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Steve. Location: UK Posts: 6,061	The relatively powerful magnetic flux emanating from our Sebo's, are the reason I don't do the vacuuming! Damn that magnetic flux!

3 November 2018, 02:48 AM	#15
bobabreath "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: N. Carolina, USA Posts: 567	One reason I wear my Milgauss and not worry. Antimagnetism is becoming a more useful feature in our daily techno lives.

3 November 2018, 03:56 AM	#16
jps3b "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Santa Monica, Ca Watch: 116619 Posts: 1,334	I never thought of that. As I sit here holding my iPad. It’s about 8” away from my watch. Constantly

3 November 2018, 06:03 AM	#17
R!$ Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,405	no

3 November 2018, 06:13 AM	#18
2nastie "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: YVR Watch: Time Only Posts: 2,332	Time to get a tourbillion...

14 November 2018, 02:07 AM	#19
Car32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Posts: 368	I also wondered this. It shouldn't be an issue with the newer 32XX movements. Below is directly from Rolex's website: "Made of nickel‑phosphorus, it is also insensitive to magnetic interference" and they offer more comments on the anti-magnetic properties of individual components here: https://www.rolex.com/watches/rolex-...ibre-3255.html Im curious though what affect all these magnets would have on older but still modern movements like the 31XX series or the 4130 series. BTW here is a link to details on where the magnets are (everywhere)" https://www.pocket-lint.com/tablets/...magnets-inside The magnets are so strong the Ipad will stick to a refrigerator door!: https://www.cultofmac.com/588990/201...erator-magnet/

15 November 2018, 01:01 AM	#20
3581512 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: US Posts: 265	hmmm could this be Apples way of destroying the competition to get more sales for the Apple Watch

15 November 2018, 02:14 AM	#23
Pauln "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Paul Location: Colorado Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,543	I think as long as you don’t take off your watch and leave it on top of your iPad, it’s fine. Of course it might be fine even if you do leave it on top of your iPad. Who knows. Try not to worry about it.

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