Compare Actual Size Apple Watch Models in Apple Store App

[MacRumors]

After today's "Spring Forward" media event that included a slew of new information on the Apple Watch, Apple updated its Apple Store app for iOS with a featured Apple Watch section that lets users browse available models, see if their iPhone is compatible with the device, and learn more about each version of the Apple Watch

There are also life size images of the 38 and 42mm watch casings for users to hold up to their wrists, to help them better decide which watch is the best fit. When selecting a collection to view, there's a "Compare Case Sizes" feature that shows a full-size Apple Watch image.

Our forum members are using this tool to discuss the Apple Watch fit that's best for them. You can join in the discussion here.

The Apple Watch will be available for pre-order on April 10, and will officially launch on April 24. Prices for the device start at $349 for the aluminum Apple Watch Sport and go all the way up to $17,000 for the gold Apple Watch Edition. Starting on April 10, Apple will have Apple Watch devices in its retail stores for customers to try on.

The Apple Store app can be downloaded from the App Store for free. [Direct Link]

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[Rudy69]

Honestly I'm more worried about the thickness, has this been posted anywhere?

 

[gsmornot]

That info would be helpful to make cardboard cutouts like we did with the iPhones. You know, so we can tape them on and get a feel for the size. I'm going to paint my mockup Gold to best simulate my buying options.

 

[zorinlynx]

What I don't get is, why don't they have a "virtual Apple Watch" in the app that you can play with?

This would be easy to implement and would let people get an awesome introduction to the Apple Watch before buying one.

 

[eXoguti093]

Honestly I'm more worried about the thickness, has this been posted anywhere?

10.5mm

 

[2457282]

I did not see anything on how they will retain resale value. I mean spending that kind of money that could potentially become obsolete in a year seem "off."

I was hoping to hear something on what they are going to do - especially if I were to invest $17k (which I am not).

 

[CosmoPilot]

I did not see anything on how they will retain resale value. I mean spending that kind of money that could potentially become obsolete in a year seem "off."

I was hoping to hear something on what they are going to do - especially if I were to invest $17k (which I am not).

Take a guess at how much that $17K watch will be worth 10 years from now if you never open the box!

 

[AstronomyiPhone]

What I don't get is, why don't they have a "virtual Apple Watch" in the app that you can play with?

This would be easy to implement and would let people get an awesome introduction to the Apple Watch before buying one.

If you mean a model to look at, go to any of the watch models and click on it, then click the "Explore" button next to the image. You can get a 360º view of it:

If you mean trying out the software, then yes, that would be pretty cool.

It seems that they put a lot of effort into this; you can even undo the clasp and change the watchfaces around.

 

[ttss6]

Honestly I'm more worried about the thickness, has this been posted anywhere?

I saw from a hands-on video that the thickness is roughly the equivalent of an average sized index finger. Considering how much is stuffed into such a small package, I'm impressed.

 

[Moonlight]

I did not see anything on how they will retain resale value. I mean spending that kind of money that could potentially become obsolete in a year seem "off."

I was hoping to hear something on what they are going to do - especially if I were to invest $17k (which I am not).

You didn't see the page describing how your watch would retain 80% of it's value through 2025? Or the free upgrades Apple will give you if they make a new watch?


Just like all of the products in life, buyer beware.

 

[JacquesleMac]

I saw from a hands-on video that the thickness is roughly the equivalent of an average sized index finger. Considering how much is stuffed into such a small package, I'm impressed.

I’m not. Even assuming the photography is flattering, this thing is way too thick. I have average-sized bloke hands and the watch is much too chunky. On smaller hands it looks ridiculous.

You just know that by the third iteration it will be half as thick. That, and of course the price, is the reason I won’t be getting one just yet. This is the first Apple product I haven’t lusted over in a very long time. I think Apple have got this wrong, and I don’t think sales will be as high as expected.

While I’m in the predictions game, I also think that Jony Ive will announce his 'semi' retirement in the next year.

 

[oneMadRssn]

Take a guess at how much that $17K watch will be worth 10 years from now if you never open the box!

I bet the gold version will keep it's value well. For example, although its rarely for sale due to its rarity, check out the chrome limited edition ipod shuffle 3rd generation in an unoponed box. They're quite pricey, for what is widely considered the worst ipod shuffle design.

 

[iucpa]

I can't for the life of me figure out how they are charging $400 and $500 for simply the metal band on the apple watch version. The exact same watch for 599 (with sport band) costs 999/1099 with a metal band. How is this possible? A $500 strap?!?!

 

[RandomIan]

I can't for the life of me figure out how they are charging $400 and $500 for simply the metal band on the apple watch version. The exact same watch for 599 (with sport band) costs 999/1099 with a metal band. How is this possible? A $500 strap?!?!

I think its more due to the fact that the bands are made of a high quality metal, and will be able to transfer to other iterations of the Apple Watch in the future. We should see at least 5 generations with the same strap design, and I would assume options to buy just the watch face with Gen2. IMO $500 for a quality band for a watch, really, is not outrageous. Remember that this is an actual piece of jewelry, not exclusively an electronic device.

 

[lars666]

We should see at least 5 generations with the same strap design.

That would be great – I hope you are right although I fear that making the watch thinner could become a problem when it comes to keep the current strap design...? (On the other hand, maybe not - I hope the strap mechanism can stay the same even if the thickness of the watch is reduced significantly.)

 

[AppDiggity]

I am having nightmares imagining that knob jabbing into my wrist!