sorry but a stainless steel band is better than any leather that it must be changed because of sweat and skin over 1-2 years
so stainless steel will not be obsolete like leather
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sorry but a stainless steel band is better than any leather that it must be changed because of sweat and skin over 1-2 years
so stainless steel will not be obsolete like leather
So, how long does the $300 dollar band, with crap screen and little functionality, last... decades... ? This is a defensive move, nothing really good or worth noting.
Only if you wear that watch every day and play sports with it. I have watches with leather wrist bands that I've had for YEARS. They don't need to be changed. But, again, that's because I have five watches and don't wear the same watch all day all the time.
This is really really cool. Such a great idea. Add a smart watch to any watch you already have, and the location is perfect, holding your arm out to read it is so much easier and mkrw natural then turning your wrist over. This is game changing. Much more interesting than a notification device trying to be a watch. We have a notification device accessory added to your current watch.
It's not a "defensive" move. High end watchmakers have nothing to worry about or be defensive towards. You really think that something like the AppleWatch will threaten the likes of any high end watch maker? I have a Tiffany & Co. Streamerica watch that is analog, entirely mechanical, and self winding that will last until the end of the WORLD performing it's core function as long as it's cared for.
Please....
Well, assuming that I just buy the 350$ entry level Watch, I will still have about 4k$ in my pocket, assuming that I continually replace it every 2 years, this savings will keep me in Watches for the next 20 - 25 years. (not counting the cost of replacing the Omega's leather band every 5 years or so.)
Kairos T-band
The Kairos T-Band (see on Indiegogo) is a much better example of this kind of thing...
The Kairos T-Band (see on Indiegogo) is a much better example of this kind of thing...
Ugly, no thanks! I've not worn a watch for almost 20 years, i do want an 
Watch because it can do a lot more than tell the time.
Watch because it can do a lot more than tell the time.
Despite all this add-on device can do, I think it probably won't do Pay; so it probably isn't any kind of a challenger to the Watch.
I could well change my mind later, but as it stands now I'm in no great hurry to buy the first generation iWatch. My hunch is the second or third generation will make a dinosaur out of the first generation if history is any guide.
In the meantime I have a fine swiss watch that will last decades longer if not centuries.
In the meantime I have a fine swiss watch that will last decades longer if not centuries.
Exactly.
Reading the first pages of this thread, it was sad to see how many people were clutching at this particular straw as the launch of Apple's next success story draws closer.
Streamerica is not a high end watch and decidedly won't "last until the end of the WORLD".
A good alternative. If you have a favourite watch that you don't wand to resigne to the bedroom draw and never ware again this make a lot of sense.
Actualy why don't pedometer companies make a band that clip onto your watch, in addition to a free standing band?
Actualy why don't pedometer companies make a band that clip onto your watch, in addition to a free standing band?
And they said the same thing about high-end film cameras and custom horse-drawn carriages at one time.
Re. your first point: Well, history will prove one of us to be correct ...
Re. your second point: I'm sure that you are not the target demographic that Apple cares about ...
That's fine but my OP was comparing the more expensive $1,000 Apple Watch that is competing on price with high-end luxury timepiece companies that create timeless wearables. Due to its technology, the $1,000 Apple Watch (and the $350 version) will be obsoleted within a couple of years.
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And completely by Apple's own design.
You're pretty wrong about watches. They are different beasts.
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What do you think the demographic is?
I have this Omega watch (not yours) but had it for many years and in perfect conditon.
Might consider this option
All that can be said is.....brilliant.
Now this "is the best I have seen in 25 years..." Oh, it's not an Apple product.
THIS is more practicle than the Apple Watch. Makes more sense to have it hook up via Bluetooth to your smart phone.
If the Apple Watch was a standalone product without the need of carrying your phone around, THEN it would be something to consider.
Again Apple is on the right track with the watch concept, but I think that it will flop until it is a stand-alone product.
Now this "is the best I have seen in 25 years..." Oh, it's not an Apple product.
THIS is more practicle than the Apple Watch. Makes more sense to have it hook up via Bluetooth to your smart phone.
If the Apple Watch was a standalone product without the need of carrying your phone around, THEN it would be something to consider.
Again Apple is on the right track with the watch concept, but I think that it will flop until it is a stand-alone product.