Recent content by iborguk

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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    OK in fairness they did call. I have demanded a replacement watch and an explanation as to why I was told it couldn't possibly be a discharge issue, after they had spoken to the factory......
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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    Ok so just reset my watch and got the KMV78Y firmware which is supposed to fix the issue after doing a check for system update following that reset. Let's see how it goes. I also called LG today and was promised a call back before 20:00 today ... That will be in 9 mins then. Not holding my...
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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    Yes they have had an email from me today ! I look forward to their response !
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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    So bought a NATO strap and put some insulation tape on it to cover the pins when on my wrist. Let's see how that goes.
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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    OK LG said not our problem. You are allergic. They stated that the metals in use are copper and stainless steel, no heavy metals which should cause an allergy. I said could it be a voltage discharge then and they said no. Basically it was go away.
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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    I'd say we've suffered the same issue. LG have made initial contact with me. I've requested a replacement watch and will use a strap which covers the back. I'll report back on what happens.
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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    Actually I will bet a mixture of copper and nickel. It will be the nickel I am allergic too.
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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    I messaged LG in the UK at https://www.lg.com/uk/support/message-customer-support
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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    Looks like the gold contacts for me too.
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    Those exposed contacts? Not a good idea

    I've had exactly the same issue. Tested by moving the watch to the other wrist and it happened there too. An allergic reaction I think.