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Order Thread for UK (BST)

HarryT said:
Trust me...I am watching the orders like crazy. I want the watch so bad and hence why I put so much effort into the spreadsheet so I could get a definitive picture of what is happening. I am afraid to say that according to the spreadsheet, the watches ARE being fulfilled in order (obviously by model too).

So as much as I want to complain...I just have to be patient because it's clear Apple are only up to the 08:07 mark for AWS BSB.
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I just calculated that I am in position 37 from :07 for the AWS BSB I ordered at 8:49. I wonder how that correlates to the real world in England. I'm going for 20, 000 to 37, 000 ahead of me at most realistically speaking. :mad: I just want my watch Apple! :( :(

Furthermore, I noticed that some users were talking about the Apple Watch and iPhone 1. I found this to entertain you whilst waiting:

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On other news, they have announced new regulations for third party band creaters: https://www.macrumors.com/2015/05/04/apple-watch-bands-dev-guide/

Some of the guidelines:

  • Bands for Apple Watch must integrate two lugs that mate with the Apple Watch Band Interface
  • Bands must not integrate magnetic chargers.
  • Bands and lugs should pass a 72 hour salt mist test as specified in ASTM B117 with no visible corrosion
  • Bands for Apple Watch must comply with applicable environmental regulations in the regions in which such bands are to be sold, and any applicable substance or material restrictions.

What's funny about this is that a new report came out suggesting the diagnostic port can charge the Apple Watch much faster than the magnetic method. Will we see third party band watch charges? How would they create a flexible medium or would we see solid link bands that are batteries? Interesting stuff!

Anyway... that's my part for today.. now what else can I do to get my mind of this Apple Watch..
 
wow that looks similar! There's already charging bands out there but not that make use of the *hidden* port. Will be interesting to see what comes out of it. I read a few weeks back bands with other sensors may be released.
 
Skepta said:
I just calculated that I am in position 37 from :07 for the AWS BSB I ordered at 8:49. I wonder how that correlates to the real world in England. I'm going for 20, 000 to 37, 000 ahead of me at most realistically speaking. :mad: I just want my watch Apple! :( :(

Furthermore, I noticed that some users were talking about the Apple Watch and iPhone 1. I found this to entertain you whilst waiting:


On other news, they have announced new regulations for third party band creaters: https://www.macrumors.com/2015/05/04/apple-watch-bands-dev-guide/

Some of the guidelines:

  • Bands for Apple Watch must integrate two lugs that mate with the Apple Watch Band Interface
  • Bands must not integrate magnetic chargers.
  • Bands and lugs should pass a 72 hour salt mist test as specified in ASTM B117 with no visible corrosion
  • Bands for Apple Watch must comply with applicable environmental regulations in the regions in which such bands are to be sold, and any applicable substance or material restrictions.

What's funny about this is that a new report came out suggesting the diagnostic port can charge the Apple Watch much faster than the magnetic method. Will we see third party band watch charges? How would they create a flexible medium or would we see solid link bands that are batteries? Interesting stuff!

Anyway... that's my part for today.. now what else can I do to get my mind of this Apple Watch..
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I'd be very wary of investing in anything that uses the hidden port. Apple hid it for a reason and it is there just as a backup. All other Apple products have User facing ports (lightning, USB etc) so they don't need a hidden one. The Watch is different and its really just there for diagnostics. I wouldn't be surprised that in a future update to the Watch OS it breaks compatibility with any bands that utilise this port.
 
Its time for the gates of "processing items" hell to close and "preparing for shipment" heaven to open god******
 
Guys.. I just found the most sexy thing ever... and it's cheap as chips!!

Spigen Apple Watch Stand
http://www.spigen.co.uk/store/smart-watches/apple-watch/apple-watch-stand-s330.html#.VUi2g_lVhBc
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And look at this Tough Armour case for rough guys like me!
http://www.spigen.co.uk/store/smart...watch-case-tough-armor-42mm.html#.VUi23_lVhBc
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I am super interested in buying both of these once I finally get my sweaty palms on the damn thing. The stand looks elegant and would sit beautifully on my bed side table. The Tough Armour case would look absolutely beautiful with the space gray sports band that I ordered. I normally wear G-Shocks and this fits my style perfectly. I am even more excited now!!
 
Don't know where I heard this but I thought the link bracelet had extra taptic engines in the link?
could be wrong but doesn't this " hidden port" allow power supply to the tactic engines?
 
Teehachcee said:
Don't know where I heard this but I thought the link bracelet had extra taptic engines in the link?
could be wrong but doesn't this " hidden port" allow power supply to the tactic engines?
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Haha noooo...

The post you are referring to was a joke xD
 
Teehachcee said:
Don't know where I heard this but I thought the link bracelet had extra taptic engines in the link?
could be wrong but doesn't this " hidden port" allow power supply to the tactic engines?
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Where did you hear that? it is definately not true.
 
Harry

Fab work with the spreadsheet and call with Apple.

I don't suppose they mentioned if there is a problem with certain watch types like the modern buckle which have not shipped at all?

Cheers
 
Loobs72 said:
Harry

Fab work with the spreadsheet and call with Apple.

I don't suppose they mentioned if there is a problem with certain watch types like the modern buckle which have not shipped at all?

Cheers
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Hey thanks!

No afraid they couldn't give me any info on supply issues on any specific orders. I did push for it but naturally they are still a secretive company!
 
Skepta said:
Guys.. I just found the most sexy thing ever... and it's cheap as chips!!

Spigen Apple Watch Stand
http://www.spigen.co.uk/store/smart-watches/apple-watch/apple-watch-stand-s330.html#.VUi2g_lVhBc
Image

And look at this Tough Armour case for rough guys like me!
http://www.spigen.co.uk/store/smart...watch-case-tough-armor-42mm.html#.VUi23_lVhBc
Image

I am super interested in buying both of these once I finally get my sweaty palms on the damn thing. The stand looks elegant and would sit beautifully on my bed side table. The Tough Armour case would look absolutely beautiful with the space gray sports band that I ordered. I normally wear G-Shocks and this fits my style perfectly. I am even more excited now!!
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I've already got the stand on order. Which may join my charger as an attractive paperweight if I don't get out of processing hell soon
 
Did anyone else order the 42MM Space Black SS with Space Black Link Bracelet?

Not seen a single one of these watches on any review/unboxing videos! Ordered at 8:03am 10/4/15! Order status is currently 'processing items' and I have a delivery estimate between the 12th and the 26th of May.
 
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I've just ordered the stand right now.

I was tempted by one the of the cases they offer, but am unsure :/

Is anyone else planning on putting a case on their watch?
 
jrobert said:
I have figured out why the links haven't been shipped!

THE LINK BRACELETS HAVE MICRO TAPTIC ENGINES IN THEM! THEY MUST!

That would be neat if the whole band tapped you on the wrist though... Different links tap for different notifications...

either that or they hate me :(



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DannyBres said:
Where did you hear that? it is definately not true.
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Can confirm i was joking when i said this
 
LilBethan said:
I've just ordered the stand right now.

I was tempted by one the of the cases they offer, but am unsure :/

Is anyone else planning on putting a case on their watch?
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I have just placed an order too, using Paypal because i'm skeptical as to weight distribution of the stand. (Would return if its easily knocked over) The case however is something ill pass on.

Stainless steel can be polished and buffed for a very inexpensive price, with sapphire crystal I'm confident i wont have any scratch issues on the display itself. After all I'm paying close to £600 for a watch, I don't want to have to put a in my opinion very ugly case on it.

Good luck everyone waiting for their processing hell to end and deliveries :)
 
LilBethan said:
I've just ordered the stand right now.

I was tempted by one the of the cases they offer, but am unsure :/

Is anyone else planning on putting a case on their watch?
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I just ordered the case and the stand that I linked in my previous post. I love my G Shock watches especially in my line of work and life style and I was in shock to see something out there that matches that style. :cool:
 
It's arrived!!!! So much thinner and lighter than I imagined... Can't work out how to sync it tho...

DOH!
 

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So seperate link bracelets are shipping now?! really?! really apple, so just because i wanted to pay you extra for apple care so my link bracelet would be covered i am being punished :mad:

Give me my watch please so i can go back to loving you again Tim

Rant over goddammit
 
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