Apple's 'iWatch' Said to Run Full iOS, but Battery Life an Issue in Prototypes

[Radio]

Originally Posted by JesterJJZ

I wish Apple would move the MacPro to the top of their list...

Ha for the 5 people who actually buy it?

[calisurfboy]

Originally Posted by Sky Blue

I remember when this site was about iPhones and iPads, not these kiddy iWatch toys. What has happened to Apple?

Forget iOS items, I remember when Apple use to be about computer software and hardware which went to the wayside a few years back..... =/

[CFreymarc]

And when they can't get it working, the buy Pebble.

[CausticPuppy]

Originally Posted by levitynyc

can't wait to have to charge my watch every day.

Back in the old days, you'd have to wind it up every day.

[AppleMark]

Now I know why they changed the iPod Nano back to it's previous larger format.....

Not as a leap forward in design, but just to make space for another product..

[CausticPuppy]

Originally Posted by Meandmunch

Maybe I completely lack vision but this doesn't just feel like a category upsetting breakthrough like the iPhone or iPod was. Is a potential iWatch the kind of thing no one realized they had to have?...

considering how many people bought wristbands for their previous-generation iPod Nano's I think there's a pretty good market for it, especially if it intelligently integrates with your iPhone.

Now if only they could work in some sort of kinetic recharging like Seiko, or solar power like Citizen....

[swarmster]

Originally Posted by levitynyc

can't wait to have to charge my watch every day.

I'm confused. Does this comment suggest that you think Apple will regress from their (supposedly) current 2 day life rather than achieving their (supposed) goal of 5 days?

Or does it mean you're planning on buying the Samsung version?

[kas23]

"Hey dude, you got the time?"

"Sorry, my watch is dead right now. Ask me this time tomorrow. "

[lars666]

Originally Posted by JesterJJZ

I remember when this site was about Apple computers...

Originally Posted by eawmp1

I remember when this site was about desktops and laptops. Times change. Roll with it.

Originally Posted by calisurfboy

Forget iOS items, I remember when Apple use to be about computer software and hardware which went to the wayside a few years back..... =/

Think about the hidden joke in the original post once again ... Great work, Sky Blue!

[jabingla2810]

Like it or loath it, wearable tech IS coming.

Apple will be in the market, so will Google, Samsung, LG, HTC, everybody.

Watches, glasses, shoes etc You name it.

Sure, it would be great to sit here and talk about Desktops and Laptops all day, but they aren't the future.

"Skate to where the puck is going, not where it has been." - Wayne Gretzky

[Semester]

Originally Posted by MacRumors

Apple's desire for the watch to run iOS is causing the company some difficulties, however, as The Verge reports that prototypes are currently seeing subpar battery life.Rumors of an Apple smart watch have been rapidly gaining steam in recent weeks, suggesting that the company may indeed be moving the project to near the top of its priority list. An Apple television set had been the front-running rumor for Apple's next major product, but its development has reportedly been slowed by content negotiations.

So basically this means it won't hit the shelves before iOS7 does, which presumably would be around september-october as has been the case with the last two editions . So if they actually manage to finalize the watch this year it would most likely be available to buy somewhere between september-december.

[nazaar]

If Apple wants to join this market this has got to be one beautiful / functional piece of technology out of the box.
If users have to charge it everyday like an iPhone it's not gonna work with consumers.

IMO... if this story is true it's not a good move... why bother with a watch.

[Pakaku]

Originally Posted by AppleMark

Now I know why they changed the iPod Nano back to it's previous larger format.....

Not as a leap forward in design, but just to make space for another product..

They changed it because it's a bit cumbersome to use a 1" screen on its own without a strap. It does make a great watch, though.

[Nightarchaon]

Battery life is still an issue in its iPhone, does that mean the iPhone 5 is still "in beta" ?

Think ill stick to a watch that lasts five years on a single battery, or better yet, a self winding watch that lasts forever

[stevemiller]

Originally Posted by Sky Blue

I remember when this site was about iPhones and iPads, not these kiddy iWatch toys. What has happened to Apple?

I remember when this site was about MacBooks and iMacs, not these kiddy iPhone toys. What happened to apple?

[Nightarchaon]

Originally Posted by swarmster

I'm confused. Does this comment suggest that you think Apple will regress from their (supposedly) current 2 day life rather than achieving their (supposed) goal of 5 days?

Or does it mean you're planning on buying the Samsung version?

No i think it means that he is expecting the Apple watch to be like the iPhone and require tethering to a power source to last more than half day.

[Roessnakhan]

Originally Posted by Shearwater

Why would you want to buy this ugly piece of ******?....

You don't even know what it'll look like.

[swarmster]

Originally Posted by kas23

"Hey dude, you got the time?"

"Sorry, my watch is dead right now. Ask me this time tomorrow. "

This is not a situation unique to a smart watch.

Portable things run on batteries. Batteries hold finite charge. Deal with it.

[ifij775]

Wouldn't it be cool if they used something like a thermocouple to harness the heat in your body to power it?

[gabrielhoffmann]

Originally Posted by Sky Blue

I remember when this site was about iPhones and iPads, not these kiddy iWatch toys. What has happened to Apple?

True. Apple is at freefall.

[ifij775]

Originally Posted by stevemiller

I remember when this site was about MacBooks and iMacs, not these kiddy iPhone toys. What happened to apple?

In case you haven't noticed PCs are dying. Jobs even declared it the "Post-PC" era as I recall.

[HenryDJP]

Originally Posted by levitynyc

can't wait to have to charge my watch every day.

Nice sarcasm, but if anyone thinks that Apple will put out a watch with low battery life they are crazy in the head.

[szw-mapple fan]

Originally Posted by APlotdevice

This makes me seriously doubt the previous suggestion about it coming out as soon as this year. It seems like they still have a lot of kinks to work out before it can reach mass production.

I really hope it won't be like Apple Maps.

[NoNothing]

Originally Posted by Meandmunch

Maybe I completely lack vision but this doesn't just feel like a category upsetting breakthrough like the iPhone or iPod was. Is a potential iWatch the kind of thing no one realized they had to have?...

I think this would rock if it acts as an extension of the security of the phone. Like a key that allows fast access to bypassing security if the watch is nearby. Walk away and the device is locked. Pick it up and it simply is working. Tied into various bio-metrics, and this could be a very cool device for all sorts of things from faster access to highly secure mobile payments.

[Marbles1]

I'm sure the iWatch will be a great device.

However, I have no faith in Apple to create a small device with appropriate battery life. iPhone 4S and 5 both fail me on 'real world' 'intended' usage. I doubt the iwatch would tolerate me checking the time every hour; or even having a bluetooth link on the go all day AND evening. 'oh you're not meant to use it for an entire day etc'. Sigh.