Okay, so I’ve been wearing this Citizen Eco-Drive watch for a while now, and I thought I’d share my experience with it. You know, I’m not really a watch expert, but I like to keep track of my things, and this one’s been interesting.
First off, I got this watch because I heard it was powered by light. I mean, who wouldn’t be intrigued by that, right? No more battery changes – that sounded pretty good to me. So, I went ahead and got one.
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Getting Started
When I first got it, it was a bit wonky. The hands weren’t moving right, and I was like, “What’s going on?” I did some digging around, and it turns out I just needed to give it a good dose of light. It’s kind of like a plant; it needs light to work properly. I put it under a lamp for a while, and hey, it started working.
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Charging It Up
Now, this is where it gets a bit tricky. You need to expose it to light regularly to keep it charged. I found that leaving it on my windowsill worked pretty well. But if you keep it in a dark drawer for too long, it’ll eventually stop. I learned that the hard way when I put it away for a few weeks and it stopped. But then I put it in the sun, and after some hours it came back to life. It’s like magic, but also a bit of a pain if you’re not consistent.
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Day-to-Day Use
Once it’s charged, it works like any other watch. I wear it every day, and it keeps time just fine. I’ve noticed that it doesn’t need direct sunlight all the time. Even regular indoor lighting seems to do the trick. So, I just wear it as usual, and it keeps ticking. It’s pretty cool, but also a bit annoying because I have to think about where I keep it.
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Keeping It Running
I’ve made it a habit to leave it out in the open where it can get some light. I usually put it on my desk or near a window. It’s become a part of my routine now. And if I know I’m not going to wear it for a while, I make sure to give it a good charge before putting it away. It’s like taking care of a low-maintenance pet. The watch has a cell that converts any kind of light into electricity. This energy is stored in a rechargeable battery, which powers the watch, even in the dark. I found this explanation on the internet.
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Final Thoughts
Overall, I like my Citizen Eco-Drive watch. It’s cool that it’s powered by light, and I don’t have to worry about changing batteries. But you do have to be mindful of keeping it charged. It’s not a big deal for me now, but it took some getting used to. If you’re into watches and like the idea of a light-powered one, this is a good pick. Just remember to give it some light every now and then!
