OS upgrades will probably follow the processor. Since the Series 6 & 7 have the same processor they will most likely be phased out together.
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Could be in that case, but in mine it’s more likely to keep the device in the family for a bit longer and pass it down to the kids, for example.
Let me tempt you. For years I stuck with the aluminum version of the watch. I wanted the stainless but the expense didn’t seem worth it because I knew I was buying something I would upgrade anyway, I was happy with my purchase but was always a little disappointed I didn’t get the Stainless. Last year, I bought a new Series 6 Stainless Steel watch. I wouldn’t go back to aluminum for anything now, I love the weight and the look of it. My honest advice if you are leaving the country, save up a couple more bucks / trade in and get the Series 7 stainless, you will not regret the purchase and the upgrade. I don’t.
Durability is negated with having AppleCare+
Apple Watch for 3-4yrs is a long time. Those with S0/S1 series can attest to slow performance for multitude OG functions beyond just time, date Alena and notification alerts (not viewing just the alert).
Also AppleCare+ gets you a new watch new battery resets any water resistance issues that potentially would’ve occurred in that time (frequent salt water swimmers).
Ding the aluminum a few times. Get it replaced with tiny deductible. Battery life charging issues replaced. I did this with the S3 & S4Nike+ I had.
Pro tip: if your shower/bath tub has the old school soap dish and it’s your first Apple Watch, you’re likely going to ding the aluminum on it during a shower maybe twice before you adjust. Hence why AppleCare+ on ANY Apple Watch is a sound purchase!
You were a little disappointed with Aluminum, why? Is it just cause you always wanted SS and just upgraded, personal preference?
Cool. If Apple made Nike+ in SS space Black I’d be all over it like stink on doodoo
Oh, I have the money, I just don't feel comfortable dropping that much on a watch with a limited lifetime. No judgement on those who do, but it feels like too much to spend on a watch for me. I'm fully aware that this sounds like an arbitrary line to draw, and it is, but it's my line and I'm sticking to it. I still have a little bit of time so I could always keep an eye out for a good deal on used SS7.
Functionally they are the same. That was purely a cosmetic choice and you can definitely feel the better materials. You can customize any watch with any band I believe. I did.
My thought process is this. Watches are literally the only jewelry I wear, so I don’t mind spending a little extra for something that looks a little better.
I totally agree with this.
I don't agree with bring forced to spend a ton more money to get something that's a genuine black.
But then I'm spending a ton more than I would on a black cheap Casio, so you know.. Still - I hope they resume sensible colours for the next generation without forcing us to either 1) skip that generation or 2) go for a more expensive material.
Yep, exactly the same here plus a general desire for high quality in most parts of my life/environment ??
Definitely can understand that. I feel a LOT of people that are interested in any version of the Apple Watch or a smartwatch are in the same vote.
I personally think they're great.
Apple needs to work on the following in my opinion:
Larger, longer lasting battery life/capacity - 2 full days minimum, full of notifications, emails, maps, whatever usually drains the battery fastest. If this can last 10hrs/day for 2 days on top of standby this would be ideal. Who knows maybe Apple is waiting for full production from https://www.skeletontech.com/news/s...a-new-graphene-battery-charging-in-15-seconds.
Larger screens: 44 + 51/52mm allowing for more information, better interaction and the larger battery capacity.
Nike+ - needs to be further differentiated that just a few display screens and initial band choices. If not then the Watch SE and Sport models will affect Nike+ Watch sales heavily going forward.
Warranty: Longer default warranty! Should close to 3-5yrs. Allow end users without AC+ to cover cost of non-faulty battery replacement at any time - say same iphone battery capacity threshold of 80%? I mean it's close to this already. AC+ should (and existing subscribers/purchasers to it) be grandfathered so that the current initial 1yr standard warranty completes first - BEFORE AC+ begins.
I'm not that bothered by the current battery life, but more is always better.
I think there's a limit to screen size. I see a lot of people walking around with watches that are way too big for them already. Maybe they could jsut have a third, larger option.
I think the Nike versions are fine. You get an extra watchface or two and a different strap for the same price as the normal aluminium. I don't know that it needs to be anything more than that.
I'd settle for user-repairability and access to parts. It's already only $80 (in the US) to get your watch battery replaced out of warranty when it's down to 80% health, it's only once you need other things replaced or fixed that the out of warranty prices get a little stupid.