You likely possess an outmoded Apple Watch, leaving you uncertain about its future; fortunately, a cutting-edge alternative like the latest Series might offer the perfect solution. The TinyPod, priced at $79, is a silicone case featuring a built-in scroll wheel that securely houses the Apple Watch series.
When an Apple Watch is placed within the TinyPod, the press wheel on the case is conveniently aligned to allow scrolling through the Apple Watch interface with ease. The proprietary mechanism features precisely engineered components that establish a seamless connection with the Digital Crown on Apple Watch.
If reports are accurate, a compact iteration of the Apple Watch may be nestled within the TinyPod and functioned as a diminutive phone, eliminating the need to tote around a separate device. While leaving the Apple Watch case off allows for complete exposure, it’s crucial to acknowledge that authenticating with skin contact becomes inconvenient in this scenario.
Since the TinyPod wasn’t stored in a secure location like a wallet, the Apple Watch required a passcode to unlock every use, as biometric authentication via Touch ID or Face ID wasn’t available. While leaving the watch unlocked without a passcode may seem convenient, it is hardly a secure option.
To use TinyPod effectively, you must disable wrist detection on your Apple Watch, a feature that keeps the device unlocked when in close proximity to your skin due to continuous wrist movement. TinyPod touts its ability to offer extended multi-day battery life as a premium feature; concurrently, it emphasizes the importance of security measures like authenticating settings changes via passcode. The unboxing of the Apple Watch revealed that charging is feasible with a standard Apple Watch charger.
Available in 40/41mm, 44/45mm, and 49mm sizes to fit seamlessly with all Apple Watch styles. Suitable for use with collection 4 and later, as well as the Apple Watch Series.
The creators of TinyPod introduced their innovative device early last year, but it’s now officially available for purchase. For $80, this option features a lightweight mannequin without a click-on wheel available for $30.
