Apple Watch Gets Another Competitor in the Android-Based LG Watch Urbane

[ipedro]

This looks like early Android vs iPhone 1.0 all over again.

Just like early Android was trying to make a pocket version of the PC, they're trying too hard to make a computer based old fashioned watch while missing the whole point. Just like it was called a phone but was a lot more, the Apple Watch is not just a watch. Android competitors seem to be missing this point and so design smart watches to look like, well... watches. I predict that after the Apple Watch is released, Android wear watches are going to stop looking so much like old fashioned watches and more like Apple Watches.

 

[AppleScruff1]

Die LG die!! How dare you make a product that Apple does.

 

[elvislives]

Did they just....

Vomit that design out?

 

[samcraig]

This looks like early Android vs iPhone 1.0 all over again.

Just like early Android was trying to make a pocket version of the PC, they're trying too hard to make a computer based old fashioned watch while missing the whole point. Just like it was called a phone but was a lot more, the Apple Watch is not just a watch. Android competitors seem to be missing this point and so design smart watches to look like, well... watches. I predict that after the Apple Watch is released, Android wear watches are going to stop looking so much like old fashioned watches and more like Apple Watches.

Ridiculous comment. There is android wear that runs the spectrum in design.

Apple's "way" isn't the only or even the "right" way. It's just a way. Time will tell what design is optimal. Quite frankly - I have a LG G which is in the same format as the Apple watch, yet I do find that there are tradeoffs as the round design for a screen seems more elegant. Perhaps not as practical for a digital screen and notification, but design wise- to me, nicer.

And for those that keep insisting that there's some kind of competition - there really isn't. If you have iOS, you'd get an Apple Watch (or pebble, etc.) You wouldn't get Android Wear because it wouldn't work. And if you have an Android phone, you're not getting an Apple Watch for the same reasons.

Until one of them goes cross-platform - there's no real competition warranted.

 

[iSee]

Now that looks pretty good.

If it's not too large on the wrist, that's a smart watch you could wear without embarrassment.

 

[rjlawrencejr]

To me a real luxury item is one that the masses cannot afford to own. If Apple is a true high end "luxury" brand like so many around these forums believe how in the world can so many people afford it? There might be a perception of luxury by some, but it is a mass produced consumer brand just like the rest.

It's a premium consumer brand that competes with other name brand electronics makers in the mass market. It's nothing more and nothing less.

Would anyone honestly try and argue that Apple is not a mass market brand? I guess if it makes you feel better that you think your iPhone is a very exclusive product that most people can't afford to own then go ahead and think what you want.

I will agree with the sentiment - I think people are conflating luxury and premium (though the distinction between the two can be inexact). However, you can't tell me Apple is not an upmarket brand (and the fact that it is mass produced in China is irrelevant). Though the following is not exact, Audi and Mercedes-Benz both have factories opening in Mexico in the near future, would that mean neither brand can continue to be considered luxury or premium?

 

[apolloa]

Looks like a very nice classic design, but I think the Apple Watch looks better still.

 

[TsMkLg068426]

Apple do you see those watches? That is a watch now learn how to make watches before getting into things you do not understand. Now Apple get back at working in improving Apple TV and making Beats available for iTunes Match customers.

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Looks like a very nice classic design, but I think the Apple Watch looks better still.

Apple watch is basically a Nano does not seem so much work was done for design other than to the OS which is also important.

 

[AppleScruff1]

Looks like a very nice classic design, but I think the Apple Watch looks better still.

E tu Brute?

 

[Glideslope]

Who will win ? it will be a great battle.

Um, lets see? Which Watch (I like that) runs the fragmented Windows Vista of a Mobil OS (no,not OS8) Besides I'll never give up my Citizen JY0010-50E Eco-Drive "Skyhawk A-T" Titanium

 

[mdelvecchio]

Are you kidding me? Apple is following in this category.

Wrong. The current crop of crapware were "first!" knee jerk reactions to the long, long standing rumors of apples entry to this market. Learn your history.

 

[AppleScruff1]

Um, lets see? Which Watch (I like that) runs the fragmented Windows Vista of a Mobil OS (no,not OS8) Besides I'll never give up my Citizen AT8010-58E Stainless Steel Eco-Drive.

I've got a G-Shock Tough Solar that I wear 24/7 and it easily takes a lick'n and keeps on tickin'.

 

[mdelvecchio]

Keep telling yourself iPhone is a luxury item... They sell then at Walmart like all the other luxury items.

Relative to the market, duh. It's called "affordable luxury" for a reason.

 

[AppleScruff1]

Wrong. The current crop of crapware were "first!" knee jerk reactions to the long, long standing rumors of apples entry to this market. Learn your history.

I guess the same holds true for electric cars too?

 

[samcraig]

Wrong. The current crop of crapware were "first!" knee jerk reactions to the long, long standing rumors of apples entry to this market. Learn your history.

Funny post. Thanks for the laugh.

 

[Glideslope]

Everyone else rushed out half-baked "F1RST" smart watch attempts after Apple's smart watch plans leaked as rumors. They failed to deliver much, while Apple's head start is about to release a more powerful and well-planned package.

It depends what you find to be the most useful and meaningful definition of "following."

Sales numbers and comparative reviews will be interesting.

Very good points. IMO, the Apple Watch will once again be an "Eco System Device." One may or may not like Apple for any number of reasons. However, "The Following" is exploding. That can't be denied. That will equal sales wilh 38% margins (don't forget China.) Chinese will not purchase a Korean Watch. LG won't come remotely close to that. I wonder how alike the displays are on the AW and the LG? LG is manufacturing all the AW displays, yes?

 

[rmendol1]

Wrong. The current crop of crapware were "first!" knee jerk reactions to the long, long standing rumors of apples entry to this market. Learn your history.

Right cause these companies can instantly make a smart watch overnight.. Maybe there was more of a push from a corporate level surround Apple's watch rumors but many of them Galaxy gear, etc have gotten pretty good reviews
Learn the term R&D.

 

[BvizioN]

Are you kidding me? Apple is following in this category.

He is not kidding. Apple started the watch project years ago when these companies where trying to hard to catch up with the iPhone. And now they are throuing mud on walls to see what sticks.

 

[samcraig]

He is not kidding. Apple started the watch project years ago when these companies where trying to hard to catch up with the iPhone. And now they are throuing mud on walls to see what sticks.

I don't agree. I think smart watches are the natural progression as a wearable after people own phones. I believe that most phone manufacturers have been planning smart watches for a long time.

I think the combination of the fitness bands - and startups like Pebble were POC cases that really brought the idea centerstage.

Why do people want to assume that Apple always has years of research or design, but no other company could possibly be doing anything and is just waiting for Apple to make an announcement.

That's pretty "fantastic"

 

[Glideslope]

I've got a G-Shock Tough Solar that I wear 24/7 and it easily takes a lick'n and keeps on tickin'.

No kidding? We purchased one for our oldest son last Christmas. He was obsessed with it. Knew many people who swore by them. I'm still old school. Although my Sky Hawk has the Eco Drive, and a radio time/day/date/year receiver. Although my wife shows interest in the Apple watch, myself and our 3 sons (not "My Three Sons.") seem distracted by it. I don't know how I feel about that, given between us we have owned every product manufactured by Apple since 1989.

 

[DakotaGuy]

You don't get it. It's not about price. Apple is perceived as high end, despite everyone and their dog having one. That's the way it is. LG has a $100,000 dollar television, but that doesn't give them the high end patina that Apple has, that's all I'm saying. Then you make this ad hominem argument:

I guess we will see how many $5,000 gold ones they sell. That should be pocket change for the average Apple customer if they are truly a company that targets the highest socio-economic groups.

Look I understand your point, but it's a false perception. That's all I am saying.

 

[AppleScruff1]

He is not kidding. Apple started the watch project years ago when these companies where trying to hard to catch up with the iPhone. And now they are throuing mud on walls to see what sticks.

Apple watch project supposedly started after Jobs died. How long ago was that? How many companies are currently selling smart watches? How many has Apple sold? You're right, the other companies read MR and brought a watch to market years before Apple. It probably only took them a couple of weeks to go from drawing board to the store shelves, all because Apple was rumored to be working on a watch. That's why Toyota came out with the Prius, due to the rumors of an Apple car.

 

[BvizioN]

Why do people want to assume that Apple always has years of research or design, but no other company could possibly be doing anything and is just waiting for Apple to make an announcement.

That's pretty "fantastic"

Gee, I thought that would have been pretty obvious. Because most of them come up with quite rubbish rushed out trash. There is no way some of them have spend more then few months on their projects.

 

[cdm283813]

Android Wear devices keep getting better and better. Meanwhile Apple has yet to announce full specs....

And it won't stop after Apple Watch is released in April. But sadly the Apple Watch will sale on the Apple logo alone unrelated to pricing or specs. Many of Apple followers have money to burn or don't mind whipping out plastic or Apple pay. This watch will be more of a fashion piece for the first year. Not because it's the best product on the market.
The true test for the Apple watch will be a year from now. Just like the true test for the iPad was after iPad 2. It's not until the price drops to sub $250 will I take Apple Watch serious.

 

[samcraig]

Gee, I thought that would have been pretty obvious. Because most of them come up with quite rubbish rushed out trash. There is no way some of them have spend more then few months on their projects.

Gee - I guess you know nothing about R&D, production timelines and dare I say - reality. You may not like their designs, features, or OS. But you can't possibly be serious that you think they can create a smart watch out of thin air in a few months.