Apple's popular AirPods and Apple Watch are no longer available to try on at some Apple stores This is, as expected, an attempt to avoid the spread of coronavirus among store employees and shoppers Regularly disinfecting surfaces is one of the coronavirus tips that should be followed to stay safe, and continually cleaning AirPods and Apple Watches will be difficult

According to BusinessInsider, Apple stores allow customers to try on the products if they offer, but clerks are asked not to do so themselves In addition, the number of chairs and stools in the store has been reduced

Trying on an Apple Watch in-store is not just a benefit to see if the size fits; Apple Stores offer unique customization options for Apple Watch cases and straps, but if customers are discouraged from touching the product, this will become more difficult This will become more difficult if customers are discouraged from touching the product

BI is currently unclear whether this policy will apply only to certain Apple Stores or to all Apple Stores Apple has stated that it is considering reducing crowding in its stores, but has not commented on specific policies, including reducing try-ons

In addition, 9to5Mac previously reported that Apple is increasing in-store cleaning staff and hand sanitizers to allow hourly employees to take sick leave more freely

Apple's efforts to reduce the risk of employee infections are having an impact on other parts of its business as well The upcoming release of the iPhone 9 and iPhone 12 has been delayed, and for the iPhone 9, it has been reported that the release of the iPhone 9 may be delayed indefinitely