Apple Watch Scenarios for those who don't get it

[parallax33]

My routine when I wake up each morning....

Wake up! Say hello to my wife < very important!
Reach over for my phone, check my emails while my wife takes a shower
Put phone back by bed
Get up, put on Nike band
Have shower
Pick up phone
Get kids up
Go downstairs for breakfast
Have breakfast, answer emails and check websites etc while making breakfast and drinking coffee
Day begins, revolving around answering important emails/notifications as they come in. I find this all quite sad and recognise it as an addiction to productivity tools

My routine with Watch...

Wake up! Say hello to my wife < very important!
Get 15 mins more sleep while my wife takes a shower. Maybe check emails
Have shower
Pick up Watch, put on wrist. Leave phone by bed
Get kids up
Go downstairs for breakfast
Have breakfast, talk to kids while making breakfast and drinking coffee. Glance at notifications and deal with quickly for later follow up.
Day begins, notifications on wrist... Suddenly remember my phone is still upstairs and I need to put it in my bag, coat, whatever so the watch Keeps working.

I think this used correctly has the potential to drag me away from my addiction and become more engaged with my family each day.

I will try to use it to glance at things that need doing so they can be deferred to when I am alone.

Very much looking forward to Watch

 

[Phyco126]

Honestly, I think the "fad" will die in two years. Do you know anyone with a 3D TV that watches 3D? Yup, that market was short lived.

I do. I have a 3D TV and I do watch 3D movies.

I can very much see a smart watch, Apple or other, being very useful.

 

[NJRonbo]

I do. I have a 3D TV and I do watch 3D movies.

I can very much see a smart watch, Apple or other, being very useful.

....as do I

I am an avid 3D watcher.

However, on that argument I agree that the format is short-lived.

However on the argument of the Apple Watch...

It is the future of wearables, no doubt. NO DOUBT!

This is not a fad. It's only the beginning.

 

[Ries]

All those "What if im climbing on a mountain side and my wife calls and my kid got hurt" really says it all. Thats like once in a life time at best.

Then there is "OMG, I missed an notification, my life is in ruins"... missing one of those life changing instragram notifications ruins your life... How do you actually manage getting through the day right now without the watch?

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But they would also have to recognise that's it's an Apple watch on my wrist. I could be checking the time or date on an led watch and even if they did know that it's an apple watch they wouldn't know which pocket my phone is in

A black square on your wrist? that is really hard to notice. You're actually constantly advertising you got both the watch and phone on you. If you didn't have the watch, they wouldn't know until you took it out.

 

[Steviejobz]

This thread has convinced me that I don't need a watch. 3 pages of people making up reasons / needs that did not previously exist. There is not a single thing here that is not accomplished better than quickly glancing at your phone. Especially if you need to respond. The stock responses on the watch are terrible.

Someone wrote that they did not want to take out their HUGE phone. Oh the horror. Why did you get a 6/6+ then?

Another person wrote about not wanting to take phone out when at a dinner. Glancing at your watch every 5 mins is better? At least my wife can put my phone in her bag so we can focus on one another vs. twitter updates.

The watch will sell because it is Apple. I think future iterations will solve many of the current shortcomings. But this thread did not do it any favors.

 

[NJRonbo]

This thread has convinced me that I don't need a watch. .

Your loss. C'est la vie

 

[mantan]

I think the title is pretty presumptuous to assume that people who don't want a smart watch don't 'get it.' Like this is a 'must have' gadget and the only people who don't want it are too dense to realize what they are missing.

Some people understand the product quite well, and just don't see where it's something they need. As someone posted earlier, if you need to be convinced to buy something (especially a $400-$1200 device) then.....

Maybe it will change as more apps and functionality are developed.

 

[MH01]

Just a point in your scenario , in car, you should be using a hands free kit. Trying to drive one handed while talking into your wrist is dangerous.

Most people do not get smart watches , no point trying to convince them, effectively you are trying to convince them why they need a smart phone accessory. Just like most people did not get calculator watches , they will not care for current smart watches . I think it takes a certain type of tech savvy person to get this watch, most people just do not need to be connected 24/7 . This is a social media fans wet dreams come true .

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Your loss. C'est la vie

Given the cost, are u sure ?

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....as do I

I am an avid 3D watcher.

However, on that argument I agree that the format is short-lived.

However on the argument of the Apple Watch...

It is the future of wearables, no doubt. NO DOUBT!

This is not a fad. It's only the beginning.

Based on what? Nothing indicates that people are interested in wearables . The apple watches biggest problem is how popular and awesome the iPhone is, and people want bigger phones. Do you think they want to go back to a tiny screen with an ackward experience? I just replied to this thread on my iPhone 6 plus

 

[NJRonbo]

Based on what? Nothing indicates that people are interested in wearables .

Like the watch selling out within minutes of going on sale to the point where most can't get one until June - August?

Or the amount of Smartwatches that have been introduced from the likes of Samsung, Pebble and LG (to name a few)?

Absolutely, we are moving to smartwatches becoming mainstream devices that will only be improved as each year commences.

The watch is not meant to replace the iPhone -- even if it evolves into a standalone device that no longer needs to be tethered to it. The watch is supposed to compliment the iPhone (or any other smartphone) experience. There will always be a need for both devices for different needs/scenarios.

 

[Ries]

Like the watch selling out within minutes of going on sale to the point where most can't get one until June - August?

Or the amount of Smartwatches that have been introduced from the likes of Samsung, Pebble and LG (to name a few)?

Absolutely, we are moving to smartwatches becoming mainstream devices that will only be improved as each year commences.

The watch is not meant to replace the iPhone -- even if it evolves into a standalone device that no longer needs to be tethered to it. The watch is supposed to compliment the iPhone (or any other smartphone) experience. There will always be a need for both devices for different needs/scenarios.

Selling out means nothing, actual numbers do. If they only had 5000 in store and are only able to produce 100 a month, selling out means nothing. We have to wait until apple releases some numbers.

 

[5684697]

Here's one that makes it all worthwhile-

If it reduces, even by two percent, the number of clueless zombies in airport terminals wandering around crashing into people while staring at their phones, then the applewatch is worth every penny. In fact, it should be mandatory.

 

[Ries]

Here's one that makes it all worthwhile-

If it reduces, even by two percent, the number of clueless zombies in airport terminals wandering around crashing into people while staring at their phones, then the applewatch is with every penny. In fact, it should be mandatory.

Considering the watch requires two hands, it is going to be hard walking, dragging the luggage and using it. Expect things to get worse.

 

[5684697]

lol so what happens when my watch starts ringing in college class? just thought about it lol and professor be like yo someone's phone is ringing and ill be nah bruh its my watch... ?

I bet profs confiscate the things to stop cheating. You know some frat is already working on the cheat app!

 

[NJRonbo]

Selling out means nothing, actual numbers do. If they only had 5000 in store and are only able to produce 100 a month, selling out means nothing. We have to wait until apple releases some numbers.

I don't think we have to wait for numbers.

Try getting an appointment at an Apple store for the next week. They are booked. I just looked up several stores in my area.

Look at the amount of Smart Watches that have been introduced to date by a handful of companies.

People in this thread are calling this a fad. I think it has already been established that it's not. It's technology still in its earliest incarnation, I will admit. However, as it becomes more refined and cheaper to wear in the upcoming years, it will be quickly adapted by the general population.

 

[5684697]

Considering the watch requires two hands, it is going to be hard walking, dragging the luggage and using it. Expect things to get worse.

Nope, the zombies will be talking to the watch instead of standing in the middle of foot traffic with their head down texting. And it is too small to spend too much time engrossed upon, so maybe, just maybe the nitwits will look up and notice the real world.

 

[oftheheavens]

didn't read them all, and i don't really have an "example" but I got the watch for one main reason (other than I'm a fanboy) and that is so that I get OUT of the habit of pulling my phone out for no reason. On the same note, when I pull out my phone to simply check the time I usually end up checking email, a few games, macrumors and a couple other things. So when I pull out my phone to check the time, which should take a few seconds, I end up playing on my phone for half an hour.

I am retired and just going to school so it isn't that I have a lack of time and I am late because of my phone to appointments, I just don't like how when you look around in public you see families who all have their phones out and heads down. With the watch you can stay connected (especially if your like me and your life is in the Apple ecosystem) and yet not have a phone in front of your face all day.

 

[Lynnie27]

Last week my daughter went out with her friends and I was due to pick her up at a certain time. I left my phone in the lounge and went to my craft room for 'a minute' I lost track of time as I often do in there and when I finally returned to my phone there was a series of missed calls and texts asking to be picked up earlier. This wouldn't have happened with the watch.

With a teenage daughter and an elderly father (who lives alone) I feel safer knowing the second they need me but not having to carry my phone everywhere with me - i.e the bathroom

 

[Cashmonee]

I don't think we have to wait for numbers.

Try getting an appointment at an Apple store for the next week. They are booked. I just looked up several stores in my area.

Look at the amount of Smart Watches that have been introduced to date by a handful of companies.

People in this thread are calling this a fad. I think it has already been established that it's not. It's technology still in its earliest incarnation, I will admit. However, as it becomes more refined and cheaper to wear in the upcoming years, it will be quickly adapted by the general population.

I just checked my store, and I can get an appointment at 12:15 today. Or any other time I would like. They open at 12:00. The next closest Apple Store is about 140 miles away in any direction.

I "get" smartwatches. I understand that notifications can be very useful for some people, especially those that are presenters or are in meetings or situations often where they can't/shouldn't check their phone. That's not what people here are saying though. They are mostly coming up with convoluted scenarios to try to convince themselves this is worth it. The way people are talking, it seems like an epic feat for them to take a phone out of their pocket. It reminds me of the infomercial for the pot with a strainer. All of the sudden people can't pour spaghetti into a strainer anymore!

I think most of the people here are trying to convince themselves, not others. As I said earlier, if you have to come up with a list of scenarios where this is useful, it probably isn't that useful.

 

[NJRonbo]

With the watch you can stay connected (especially if your like me and your life is in the Apple ecosystem) and yet not have a phone in front of your face all day.

You perfectly captured what most watch buyers are hoping to do...

...not take the phone out of their pocket to see every notification that arrives.

The ability to answer a call or text without digging into the pocket to pull out a phone.

...and no, naysayers, taking the phone out of the pocket is not the biggest deal in the world, that is, until you find the convenience of not having to do it anymore.

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I think most of the people here are trying to convince themselves, not others.

Actually, it's not just going in one direction.

I see a lot of people who either "don't get it," "can't afford it," or "find it unnecessary" trying to convince the early adopters who "want it" that it's a foolish expenditure.

Listen...

I had a home computer in the early 90s when only geeks were considered owners. The general population either didn't understand nor think there was a reason for such contraptions.

I had the first iPhone and iPad. Both were questioned by the general public as to their usefulness and necessity.

Today, all these devices are basically in every home in one form or another.

The people buying the Apple Watch are "early adopters." We are used to people laughing at us and saying there are no uses for the things we are purchasing. Yet, we know that in a few short years, everyone is going to be adopting these devices for themselves.

 

[cardfan]

The car scenario doesn't work for me. Guess I'm one of the few who uses a proclip mount for iphone in car. It serves as gps and hub really connected to car stereo. I'm likely to just have a watch charger in car for the commute to work and back.

 

[madgalaxy]

I have been a watch wearer for 25+ years and I am a total geek. When the original pebble came out I jumped on it and have not wore a regular watch since. I briefly used a Sony smartwatch and I have since upgraded to a pebble steel. I also have a moto 360 I use when I am using my Nexus and enjoy it (although I wish the vibe had more strength). A buddy let me borrow his Gear 2 for a couple weeks and I used it with an old S4 I had laying around and loved answering quick calls on the watch. It was very convenient when feeding the baby, doing house work, etc.

I ordeed the SS with classic buckle and can't wait to pair it with my 6+!

Once you are used to a smart watch it is hard to go back. Do most folks need or feel the pull of a smartwatch? No, but if you are a geek it is pretty much a no brainier IMO!

 

[jbizzybeetle]

Well this thread might be a lost cause at this point due to bickering over the first example, but I'll give it a go.

You're biking on a Saturday morning while your wife and kid are hanging out at home. Your phone is either in your saddle bag or in the back pocket of your jersey. A text comes in from your wife. Is it an emergency? Is she offering to go out and grab you lunch before you get home? Or is she just telling you she killed a spider? You can't stop and check because you're attempting to get back your Strava KOM title on a very long segment and so far you're ahead of the best time by 15 seconds. The Apple Watch allows you to check that message, find out that there is no emergency, and even respond that California rolls would be great. All without losing a beat.

With the proper level of tactic feedback, perhaps she could share how she killed that spider...BAMM!

 

[cardfan]

I have been a watch wearer for 25+ years and I am a total geek. When the original pebble came out I jumped on it and have not wore a regular watch since. I briefly used a Sony smartwatch and I have since upgraded to a pebble steel. I also have a moto 360 I use when I am using my Nexus and enjoy it (although I wish the vibe had more strength). A buddy let me borrow his Gear 2 for a couple weeks and I used it with an old S4 I had laying around and loved answering quick calls on the watch. It was very convenient when feeding the baby, doing house work, etc.

I ordeed the SS with classic buckle and can't wait to pair it with my 6+!

Once you are used to a smart watch it is hard to go back. Do most folks need or feel the pull of a smartwatch? No, but if you are a geek it is pretty much a no brainier IMO!

Agree. Like the other posters, I had computers since windows was born. Had GPS starting with garmin V before people even considered them. Palm smartphones before people knew what a smartphone was.

This is more of the same.

 

[Cashmonee]

Exaggerate much? 30 seconds? A handful of reviews have mentioned "sluggishness", but you stretched that to an absurd extreme. There has to be better ways to make a point. Same with your "IS going to be a major problem" pronouncement. How long have you been using your Apple Watch, btw?



100% backwards. Checking a list is as easy as lifting you arm. Not everybody can unlock an iPhone, run an app and navigate that app with one hand. It's tricky, to say the least, and in any sort of crowded situation, impossible. Not so with a watch.

By chance, do you work for Samsung, or perhaps Pebble?

If you have seen review videos, it talks about having to load location data, and all of the data for the app. That will easily take close to 30 seconds. Even if it is 10-15 seconds, in that time you could have taken out your phone and had a better experience. Also, are apps persistent? Honest question. Do they stay active after you have lowered your wrist? For how long? Will you have to reopen it, which requires two hands compared to one for the phone? And don't you people know what shopping carts are? I swear, all of you apparently buy A LOT of stuff and never put it into some sort of cart or car or something.

 

[CmdrLaForge]

I will use it for running and listening to music while doing so. I know I can do this with an iPod as well.

I think it would be great for elder people (which I am not) to have a phone always on you. I already thought that it is great in case of an emergency, like if you have fallen and cannot reach your phone.

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I often have my phone in my backpack in particular during the warm month when I just wear shorts and T-Shirt. Usually I miss then all the calls or texts. I am already looking forward having the watch and not missing any important text or call.