Apple Watch Edition Begins Selling Out Ahead of Series 8 Launch

[joefrank64k]

I don't understand why people would invest in the casing or bands on these watches. The value of the watch is in the technology which is obsolete one to two years later.

It's not an investment, it's a splurge.

I've upgraded every year since S0 (didn't get the solid gold Edition though, haha!!).

The first year they offered a Ti casing, I couldn't get my money to them fast enough. I love Titanium.

Got natural Ti for S5, then SBTi for S6, then back to natural Ti for S7. You better believe I'll get the 'rugged' edition if it's in Ti again. Heck, I'll get the rugged even if it's not in Ti, just to have something different this year, haha!!

 

[Coreymac84]

I don't understand why people would invest in the casing or bands on these watches. The value of the watch is in the technology which is obsolete one to two years later.

Because the basic watch has a plastic display. I have the titanium Series 7 because 1) the cheapest model is not an option with durability issues and 2) Stainless Steel is heavy and too flashy. Brushed Titanium is absolutely the best looking model...to me. A watch is a vanity piece...people buy what looks best within their financial means.

 

[JCCL]

Because the basic watch has a plastic display. I have the titanium Series 7 because 1) the cheapest model is not an option with durability issues and 2) Stainless Steel is heavy and too flashy. Brushed Titanium is absolutely the best looking model...to me. A watch is a vanity piece...people buy what looks best within their financial means.

A Watch is a vanity piece. An Apple Watch is disposable tech. I could buy much higher end editions, but I see them as a total waste.

 

[Coreymac84]

A Watch is a vanity piece. An Apple Watch is disposable tech. I could buy much higher end editions, but I see as a total waste

That is your opinion. For me....If I'm paying $400 for a plastic aluminum watch, $400 more for one that I'm more satisfied with that looks nicer in different situations (and looks nice with link bands) is justified for a few years of use. An Apple Watch is not a necessity item for anyone.

 

[Razeus]

whens the new watch come out?

I’m ready. I’m still on series 4.

 

[jav6454]

Hello new S8.

 

[Howard2k]

Because the basic watch has a plastic display. I have the titanium Series 7 because 1) the cheapest model is not an option with durability issues and 2) Stainless Steel is heavy and too flashy. Brushed Titanium is absolutely the best looking model...to me. A watch is a vanity piece...people buy what looks best within their financial means.

It has Ion X glass.

 

[JCCL]

That is your opinion. For me....If I'm paying $400 for a plastic aluminum watch, $400 more for one that I'm more satisfied with that looks nicer in different situations (and looks nice with link bands) is justified for a few years of use. An Apple Watch is not a necessity item for anyone.

The fact that they're disposable tech is not just my opinion, it's a fact....otherwise the Series 3 and its predecessors could all get WatchOS 9. But hey, if you feel good paying for a device that does exactly the same things and will become obsolete at the same time as one that costs half the price and still doesn't match the looks of a real watch, go for it.

 

[Smoovejayy]

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I am amused by the folks who are worried and perhaps scared that an introduction of a new watch size may make their band collection non compatible with future watches. Perhaps they should have had a bit of a think before spending hundreds or thousands of dollars or euros on bands in various colours. Oh well, free choice and all that.

I did not think about this Apple Watch maybe being non compatible with older bands. I recently messed up my Apple Watch with the watchOS beta (had to send it to Apple for repair; cost is $400 to get a new one). I think I’ll wait for the new Watch then. I’d rather start over with a new watch than get one stuck with old bands etc.

I’ll miss my SBSS series 4 though.

 

[1557750]

Why is there even an August on the calendar?

That’s all I wanna know…

 

[Coreymac84]

The fact that they're disposable tech is not just my opinion, it's a fact....otherwise the Series 3 and its predecessors could all get WatchOS 9. But hey, if you feel good paying for a device that does exactly the same things and will become obsolete at the same time as one that costs half the price and still doesn't match the looks of a real watch, go for it.

I never made a comment about the disposable tech piece of your comment. I am commenting on which casing people choose. All tech is disposable, my point was simply...if you're wearing it every day and can afford to get the higher quality materials....get the one you like. $400 for a Ti over an Aluminum edition is what 36 cents per day of use over the span of 3 years (seems to be the average upgrade cycle for many people with AW).

 

[Coreymac84]

It has Ion X glass.

You are correct, but it still has durability issues. Watches get banged all the time.

 

[BobSc]

The edition watches were very ugly compared to the steel ones

Why is that?

 

[ufgatorvet]

Brushed Titanium is absolutely the best looking model...to me.

This.
I for one won't be upgrading to the 8 if this option is not available again.

 

[JCCL]

I never made a comment about the disposable tech piece of your comment. I am commenting on which casing people choose. All tech is disposable, my point was simply...if you're wearing it every day and can afford to get the higher quality materials....get the one you like. $400 for a Ti over an Aluminum edition is what 36 cents per day of use over the span of 3 years (seems to be the average upgrade cycle for many people with AW).

Fair enough, at the end we value different things. For me it is not worth it, but I’m sure if you looked into my spending habits you would also question some of them.

 

[Fruit Stand]

I don't understand why people would invest in the casing or bands on these watches. The value of the watch is in the technology which is obsolete one to two years later.

I got the original Apple Watch in Stainless Steel in June 2015 and JUST replaced it with an Series 7 Edition because it demonstrated to me that I can keep my Watch for as long as possible if the casing is not mangled due to daily wear and tear.

My partners Series 6 Sport was scratched within a week of purchasing it and she wasn't even that aggressive or careless with it, the Ion-X Glass is absolutely trash.

I love my Series 7 Edition and don't see it in anyway as a waste of money given that my original Apple Watch lasted 7 years and still works to date with absolutely no scratches on the front or back glass.

 

[ct2k7]

Just checked the UK site, it's gone.

 

[Manatee]

I keep reading about “larger display”, and “more durable.” I don’t care… Just double or triple the battery life. Make it as big as that battery needs to be.

 

[alexhardaker]

I got the original Apple Watch in Stainless Steel in June 2015 and JUST replaced it with an Series 7 Edition because it demonstrated to me that I can keep my Watch for as long as possible if the casing is not mangled due to daily wear and tear.

My partners Series 6 Sport was scratched within a week of purchasing it and she wasn't even that aggressive or careless with it, the Ion-X Glass is absolutely trash.

I love my Series 7 Edition and don't see it in anyway as a waste of money given that my original Apple Watch lasted 7 years and still works to date with absolutely no scratches on the front or back glass.

This.

I got a regular series 3 as a Christmas present when I didn’t even want a smartwatch of any kind, in 2017. Come mid 2020, if not earlier, part of the screen came off.

I ordered a SS series 6 when it came out & gave my sister the series 3. I can’t see any scratches on the series 6 at all. Who knows, you might be able to see some if you look close enough with the right lighting, but if you can’t see them when glancing at it, who cares?

I won’t be upgrading this for at least another 3 years, unless the battery doesn’t last long enough to track my sleep and/or software updates are no longer available for it before then. I also prefer the weight of the SS version.

Totally worth the money.

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

Why is there even an August on the calendar?

That’s all I wanna know…

I hope to God this is not going to be a long month. Hopefully, it goes by quickly.

 

[1557750]

I hope to God this is not going to be a long month. Hopefully, it goes by quickly.

Right? I’ve already started telling myself, “tomorrow will kinda be halfway through the first week of August. Let’s move this along!!!” 😜

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

Right? I’ve already started telling myself, “tomorrow will kinda be halfway through the first week of August. Let’s move this along!!!” 😜

Hahah! That's a good way to put it. However, September is going to be one expensive month. Probably the expensive month of this year

 

[1557750]

Hahah! That's a good way to put it. However, September is going to be one expensive month. Probably the expensive month of this year

Shhhhh… we won’t mention the strain on our wallets. They may hear us and never open again 😝

But, true. This will probably be the first year I purchase a phone and a watch at the same time. It’s gonna hurt. Cause then you have AppleCare and accessories on top of it.

 

[Octavius8]

Titanium case makes more sense on a rugged sports Watch.

On paper seems good choice. But a Gshock is basically plastic and super durable in sports and the army.
Rolex explorers and submariners are made of steel and have been from Everest to the Mariana trenches.
Omega’s Moon watch has been in open space and in the moon. Also made of steel and acrylic.
Titanium has a nice ring to it and evoques durability but when you think that any Apple Watch will be useless after 5 years, what is the point of the Ti. Case?, are we dropping our watches all the time and need extra strength over steel?.

 

[1557750]

On paper seems good choice. But a Gshock is basically plastic and super durable in sports and the army.
Rolex explorers and submariners are made of steel and have been from Everest to the Mariana trenches.
Omega’s Moon watch has been in open space and in the moon. Also made of steel and acrylic.
Titanium has a nice ring to it and evoques durability but when you think that any Apple Watch will be useless after 5 years, what is the point of the Ti. Case?, are we dropping our watches all the time and need extra strength over steel?.

I agree with this. And actually, when the word “rugged” came up I was thinking Gshock style. Or at least offering Gshock style case (that can be popped on like some 3rd party accessories) and bands alike, along with better waterproofing and glass.

I guess everyone has their take on what “rugged” should be, this is what popped in my mind.