Always on display and my 0 gen will retire for good
And what about battery life, hmmmm?
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'Apple Watch Series 3' Models Expected in Second Half of 2017 With September Launch Likely
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And what about battery life, hmmmm?
The most important feature in my opinion would be the possibility to have specific functionalities on the bands.
LTE could be ok for some people, but I wouldn't pay more to have a cellular watch nor I'd be willing to pay for another data plan.
LTE could be ok for some people, but I wouldn't pay more to have a cellular watch nor I'd be willing to pay for another data plan.
I absolutely agree. Having iPads, iPhones, Watch.. and possibly new Macs coming all at the same time seems a tad bit too much.
And I don't know how this cellular Apple Watch will pan out... I think it's too early for that, don't get me wrong.. I would like to have one. But I just prefer they do some more stuff with watchOS... give us a Podcast app and a better way to sync files to it. And it's really bugging me there's no disconnect in the Bluetooth settings similar to how it is on iOS, I'd have to forget a device if I want to disconnect.
I'd say they focus on improving watchOS instead of updating the hardware.
A comment with the word "innovation" in it about an Apple product? So ****ing innovative!
Totally with you on it have capabilities like a high end Suunto or Garmin. But I would also welcome a cellular chip model in conjunction to that so I can have the safety of having that lifeline when running without having to bring my phone. Cellcos only charge $5/mo for a smartwatch so not a huge burden. If Apple did this I'm guessing it would be optional and extra cost like it is on the iPad.
That Apple could have done this a LONG time ago but instead released half-baked devices.
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I agree! and I have tried Android Wear, Garmin, Fitbit. The Apple Watch is in a league of it's own.
But I am not upgrading for a sake of upgrading. My S0 SS model still functions and works great. As long as it still tracks activity and heart rate that's enough for me
Probably no more difficult than going to a car dealership, chosing a car and the optional extras.
Almost certainly easier in fact.
It takes magical courage so say that you're holding it wrong. Besides it doesn't need to be thinner, we need more battery, 1GB RAM is enough, may as well sack Timmy and where are all the Macs that can run Safari snappier?
Did I cover everything?
Well for it to be rammed down you have to have your mouth open. If you want to avoid ads it's not too difficult. I think the only time I've even noticed AW ads is here on MR where they are front and center.
I love my series 2 but I do wish that at least the time was displayed at all times. Its a bit flakey when it comes to recognizing a turn of the wrist if my wrist is already partially turned and so I have to flop my wrist around sometimes to see the time which is irritating. Also we need a bunch of better watch faces or more customizable and each watch face should let you choose the number of complications
Ugh, this LTE-on-a-watch obsession frustrates me so much. These things already have garbage battery life - that needs to be improved, not made worse. It's such an absolute fringe case to need to make phone calls on your watch without having your phone anywhere nearby. I'm sure there are a few marathon runners or Olympic athletes that will probably appreciate being able to wear short shorts without a phone in the pocket, but mainstream users do not want a heavier, chunkier watch that has 40% less battery to accommodate an LTE radio they will never use, and have to pay an extra monthly carrier fee for.
I just sold my series 0 last week and am debating on when/if to purchase series 2.
Realistically, what else can they do aside from add LTE, which I have no interest in?
As for running, I still use my Garmin for that. Pressing on two buttons or the screen is not a very efficient way to stop or start a run. I have no interest in using Siri to start/stop an exercise.
Realistically, what else can they do aside from add LTE, which I have no interest in?
As for running, I still use my Garmin for that. Pressing on two buttons or the screen is not a very efficient way to stop or start a run. I have no interest in using Siri to start/stop an exercise.
Is there a way to make the watch use your phone's data plan when you leave the phone behind. Make it a seamless transition and that way you wont need two data plans.
I would love to leave my phone behind at home when heading out for runs or gym and having Lte, heck even 3/4g would be great. Once you are in your phone's range, it will default to the phone connection.
I am no expert but this is up to the carriers right?
I would love to leave my phone behind at home when heading out for runs or gym and having Lte, heck even 3/4g would be great. Once you are in your phone's range, it will default to the phone connection.
I am no expert but this is up to the carriers right?
Not a chance I'd buy a separate plan for the watch, that's crazy! Not planning on buying anymore Apple Watches until I see some customization changes. Most personal device per Apple and you can't even customize the face properly.. no app store to purchase faces.. there's so much you could do with this device but they only focus on hardware these days.. software is 2nd rate across the board.
Drop the price of the current versions by a hundred bucks and then we'll talk.
For some of us, LTE means no more hauling around an iPhone. That's a big deal.
Why do people like you have to chime in on something you are obviously not interested in. Can't you just pass up the article and move on with your life ?