Alright, so, I gotta tell you about this annoying thing that happened with my Coros Apex watch the other day. The dial just stopped working. You know, the little button you twist to navigate through the menus and stuff? Yeah, that one. It was completely stuck. I couldn’t scroll, couldn’t select anything, basically, the watch was unusable. It’s super frustrating when your gear decides to take a day off, especially when you’re about to head out for a run.
So, first thing I did was try to push it down hard. Give it a good firm press, hoping it might just be a bit jammed. Nope, nothing. Still stuck. Then I tried twisting it back and forth, like really working it, figuring maybe something was caught in there. I spun it around and around, hoping to feel that satisfying click, but still nothing. It was like it was glued in place. This was getting ridiculous.
At this point, I was starting to get a little worried. I mean, this watch wasn’t exactly cheap, and the thought of having to send it back for repairs was not appealing. Plus, I really wanted to get that run in. So, I decided to get a little more… aggressive. I grabbed a small, flat-head screwdriver—you know, the kind you use for eyeglasses—thinking I could maybe pry it loose just a tiny bit. Gently, though, because you gotta be careful with these things.
I carefully slid the screwdriver under the edge of the dial, very slowly, and applied a little bit of upward pressure. Just enough to see if I could feel any movement. It was like trying to defuse a bomb, I swear. I moved it in a little bit more, working my way around the dial. One small part, and then I moved the screwdriver a little to work on the next part.
And then, guess what? I heard this tiny little “pop.” Just the faintest little sound, but it was music to my ears. I pulled the screwdriver out and tried the dial again. It was a little stiff at first, but then it started to turn! It wasn’t perfect, but it was working. I pushed it in a few times, and each time it popped out, it was a little easier to turn. It was like it just needed a little encouragement. I was so relieved, I can’t even tell you.
So, I kept working it, twisting it back and forth, pushing it in and out. Slowly but surely, it started to feel more and more normal. After a few minutes of this, it was pretty much back to its old self. I could scroll through the menus, select activities, everything was working again. It was a total success!
I’m still not entirely sure what caused the problem in the first place. Maybe some dirt or grime got in there? Maybe I knocked it against something without realizing it? Who knows. But, I’m just glad I was able to fix it myself without having to go through the hassle of sending it back. It’s a good reminder to be a little extra careful with your gear, I guess. And hey, sometimes a little DIY can go a long way!
Lessons Learned
- Don’t panic: When something breaks, take a deep breath and assess the situation.
- Try the obvious: Sometimes a good push or twist is all it takes.
- Be gentle: If you’re going to try to fix something yourself, be careful and take your time.
- Persistence pays off: Keep working at it, and you might be surprised at what you can achieve.
Anyway, that’s my story about the Coros Apex dial adventure. Hope you found it at least somewhat entertaining, or maybe even helpful if you ever find yourself in a similar situation. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m finally going to go for that run!