liam.berlin
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And how would it work, all watches running identically? I think I would rather one good watch, where I can swap the bands out.
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Apple Watch Hermès Packaging
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And how would it work, all watches running identically? I think I would rather one good watch, where I can swap the bands out.
LD Curb
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Definitely!! The orange box is very much coveted. At the H boutique you get their iconic brown ribbon as well. I assume this will have that, also.
LD Curb
macrumors 6502
But Tiffany is not known for their watches. They are "it" when it comes to certain things like their diamond engagement rings and link bracelets but they have no cache whatsoever when it comes to watches or leather. Hermès is top tier when it comes to leather goods and fashion watches.
LD Curb
macrumors 6502
Absolutely!! I put this in a request on the Apple site but geez, they didn't listen to me!! LOL Anyway, they need a way for us to have more than one watch. It could be set up, perhaps, like Bluetooth pairing. But would just pair with one watch at a time. We would just click on the watch we wanted to wear that day. I have the SS but want the H and the gold sport... Right now, I really can't do that.
Mac 128
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I would think that would be the ideal situation for someone who wears multiple watches. So it doesn't matter what watch you throw on, it runs identically to the rest. But I imagine each watch could have its own settings panel too.
With all due respect, many people here seem to focus on their individual needs, which is fine, but there is a larger world out there. Apple has clearly demonstrated now that the Watch is targeting luxury fashion watch people. Those people generally have more than one watch for different purposes, or merely because they collect them. Many people in general have more than one watch, even if just inexpensive Timex watches.
In my case, I currently have a silver Sport. Eventually I'd like a nicer stainless Watch, and I'd like a gold watch like the Edition (but a lower-priced gold clad mode). Just switching the bands on my Sport isn't enough to "dress it up", never mind that there are currently no "nicer" bands with hardware that match the finish. And what if someone wants a silver and a gold Sport to coordinate with different outfits? Swapping bands isn't enough. Or what if someone wants a black watch every now and then? And realistically speaking; I used to wear interchangeable grosgrain watch bands, I had about a dozen of them in all colors and styles -- but guess what, After the initial purchase of a new band, I rarely ever switched them up. It was just too much trouble when I was running out the door. And there were a few times when I left my gold watch at home because I was wearing silver belt buckles, rings, bracelets, and or eyeglasses. Then there's my old sport watch, which matched my gym clothes much better, or just looked sporty when out casually, not to mention more durabl than the link band on my Citizen for swimming. One watch cannot cover every fashion requirement or event, not even the Watch. I regularly use my Sport in the water, and I realize I'm pushing my luck with it. If I needed my watch on a daily basis, I'd want two now so my daily wear watch wasn't being subjected to my water exposure. Moreover, I've ordered a waterproof case with its own band which I'd rather not have to remove the bands and put on every time I want to use it. And then there's the battery life ... What if when you took off your watch when you got home from work, you put on a second watch fully charged to go out, and never have to worry about waiting for the watch to charge? Many people never take their watches off except to swap with another, wearing them everywhere including to bed and showering. How nice never to have to worry about charging it.
Bottom line, there are dozens use scenarios that would make having more than one watch useful for other people. And Apple is leaving money on the table if they chose not to support multiple pairings, especially with the Editions, and now Hermes, and future co-brands.
Mac 128
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I wouldn't agree with this at all. Until 2011, Hermes didn't make their own watches, they were outsourced to unknown Swiss watch making companies. And that's only since they got into the watch business in 1978. Tiffany has been partnered with Patek Phillipe since 1851.
While generally speaking Hermes is better known for leather goods, and Tiffany for jewelry, considering the laters watches pedigree, and the association of watches with jewelers, I'd say the Tiffany watch likely enjoys a much better reputation with watch buyers. People who want a leather wristband with a watch attached may have a different perspective.
wesk702
macrumors 68000
Not sure where you have seen Hermes wallets for 300-650. Most of the items in Hermes minus their scarves and leather accessories (bracelet, card holders, etc) are in the range of several grand. Wallets being anywhere above 1500+. For those genuinely interested in purchasing Hermes quality material, the apple watch Hermes is actually affordable (relatively speaking of course) to the rest of their offering.
U are correct but there is one for 550 ive seen. And its not just a cc holder. Full wallet. Anyway i also just realized the it comes with the watch. So its not that bad
Why wouldn't you be able to? It uses the same adapters and connectors:
http://www.apple.com/apple-watch-hermes/
I would love to see a version of the Apple Watch by Tiffany, with sterling silver case and links, and Tiffany blue accents on the face.
noobinator
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liam.berlin
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Sadly this shows the vanity of individuals, the exact same watch they have no interest, but an association with a high end brand suddenly makes it desirable. So they actually have no interest in the Apple Watch nor its functions , as long as they can show off a Hermes image in the watch face and the leather band....
So when is apple going to sell out and get designer brand headphone by Beats... A Hermes edition beats solo 2 in Orange can get and extra $1k to the price easy... 😉
noobinator
macrumors 604
That is how the luxury goods industry has worked for centuries. Are you just now waking up to this?
liam.berlin
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liam.berlin
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While luxury good like watches shared common watch movements, the casing and materials have always been first class. Here it's the same SS watch you buy from apple , with a graphic to make you feel special.
This really is pushing the sucker levels. For a device that will be outdated in less than 12 months.
I actually like my Space black Apple Watch very much, cause it's an Apple device. I actually strongly disagree with a device that displays a 3rd party logo over its own. The Leica Hermes implementation is the way to do it .
The casing and materials have always been first class? Really.
The Apple Watch Hermès starts at $1,100. Compare with Movado, similarly priced with a crap movement and also stainless steel with virtually no resale value. Compare with TAG Heuer, more expensive with a crap movement and also with stainless steel with severely depreciated value on the secondary market.
At least with the Apple Watch Hermès you get Hermès leather ... for half the price of a mechanical Hermès watch!
And while people keep saying that it's going to be outdated in less than 12 months keep this in mind -- there is no reason to believe that on future versions of the Apple Watch the current bands will not be compatible. It's certainly reasonable to expect that it's possible that all of the bands will work with Apple Watch 2 and beyond. And with the Apple Watch Hermès the money is in the band, so it may be in fact the best value buy of any product they've made.
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Yeah, a TAG, IWC etc can have Basic movements the casing and materials used are anything like an entry level watch. You pay for the luxury finish, not the movement inside, While TAG has bad resale they ar e not badly made watches.
Also do you research on movements, what you refer to crap, are actually time tested movements that are used by many high end watch makers, cause they just work, and also allow benefits of being easily maintained.
Who an earth buys a watch for the band..... hello.... This is a smartwatch! It's strength is its integration with the iPhone and ability provide functions that traditional watches cannot...
You realise you can buy other Hermes bands, off older Hermes watches and they will fit the standard Apple Watch... If that makes it special for you... Even better value, though people will probably not notice it, as it's not the Hermes band sold by apple 😉 feels kinda different and cheap this route .. 😉
TAG is garbage. You need to spend some time watching Archie Luxury.
Sadly, you can't get a decent watch for under $10,000. Some would argue $20,000.
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A decent watch is the one you can afford . For some people that is a TAG.
$10k for decent watch is rubbish, sorry ...... That gets you a Rolex, and that is a very good entry into high end watches.
You realise Swiss ETA movements (or variants)are used in watches between $10k-$20k excellent movements though you are not paying for those... You are paying for the watch casing , brand and materials used....the bling.
Or are you of the opinion that one needs an in house moment for a watch to be decent? Nah....
Wait till you need an in house movement serviced or fixed 😉
Many TAG movements were actually made by Sieko of all companies. Total rubbish.
Yes. I am a strong advocate of an in house movement. Audemars Piguet is next for me!