I had my S2 Ceramic replaced a couple of months ago, they also still have these.
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S5 Ceramic Owners
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If it’s a standard Sport S3 then yes they still sell it.
If it’s a Ceramic S3 then that was only on sale for one year.
I believe Ceramic S3 watches are more powerful than regular S3 watches. Ceramic versions all have cellular built in. 16GB storage rather than 8GB.
Also I never ran into any of the software updating memory problems on my Ceramic S3, that other regular S3 owners had.
I’m on the fence, I purchased the s5 ceramic when it was released. Should I hold onto it? Do you think apple will ever release another ceramic version? I’m thinking of maybe selling it. I just don’t wanna regret it.
I am actually wondering the same thing, I don't know if I should sell or keep.
Personally, I don't think they'll ever do another ceramic watch in the near future. Ceramic seemed to be a Jony Ive thing and now that he's gone, we probably won't see it another one any time soon. Titanium does look like it will stick around a bit longer though, with the the Apple Card being made out of titanium and rumors of the next Pro phone having a titanium body instead of stainless steel.
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Man oh man I wish they'd release the series 8 in ceramic, and keep making future watches in ceramic. It was so beautiful. ?
Still is… and the difference to the S6 and S7 isn‘t that big, if you can live with the slightly worse battery life. Mine gets worn a lot ;-)
I’m sad. So I will be holding onto it. I really saved to have it. Always admired the early models and the cool gray ceramic!
I haven’t noticed battery life problems. But I don’t have cellular on. I wore it today!
Not talking about real problems, but in my experience the S5 models generally have worse battery life than S4, S6 or S7 watches.
i don’t know for you guys, but my battery is getting horrible. Battery health is at 83%. I called Apple and they ran a diagnosis. They will send me a replacement. I have also burn in. They hold 1400 euros on my card, i didn’t remember it was so expensive.
They don’t have the band, though. Anyone managed to get one replaced? The white band with the ceramic pin…
They don’t have the band, though. Anyone managed to get one replaced? The white band with the ceramic pin…
After reading your post, I checked my AW's battery health and to my horror it read 71%, so have made an appointment at the Apple Store to have the battery replaced.
I have the band replaced earlier this year. On my first visit the store staff said it is normal wear and tear, and replacement would be chargeable. I made a second visit and saw another staff, and was given a free replacement under AppleCare+ after explaining my circumstances. The band was mailed to me, however it seemed to be a Series 3 band - the shade of white is the same though.
Thanks for your testimony. I called again today and they couldn’t find the band. 🤦♂️
which store did you go?
which store did you go?
I went to Apple Store Marina Bay Sands (Singapore) both times. The code "2A602-00274-B" was inscribed on the box, maybe that will help with the search. (This is for Series 3 42mm though, and the pin is ceramic.)
Recently joined the S5 gang this month. Purchased for $484.00 for just the watch, no authentic accessories by Apple. Battery is 100%.
Got my replacement. No burn in and 100% battery life. 😎
Damn I bought in at a $1000 for a new one a few weeks ago. Worth it to me! Nothing beats ceramic
Just dropped off my AW at the Apple Store - and I am already missing Music and Apple Pay. Seems like many of the Store employees are not optimistic about the return of a ceramic Edition.