Should I wait to Buy an AW?

[sputnikBA]

That's one reason to deactivate it. I assume there are beta units out there with the SpO2 sensor activated?

Regulatory restrictions are for public benefit - so customers can have faith that things perform as intended/claimed. This is especially important for anything that claims to be of medical benefit.

Internally though, they need to test it to make sure it works and prove to the FDA that the tech is legit - so yeh I’m sure they do.

 

[SHKLMRE]

I have not seen many rumors regarding the new one.. is it worth it to wait it out?

At this time of the year, I recommend one option: WAIT!

For two good reasons: 1) the new model might be drastically better for the current price point

Or 2) you’d be able to get a series 2 for an amazing price.

I got my series 0 watch (brand new) for 1/2 off when Series 1/2 was released. I then waited until the series 3 was a few months old before getting one that was “slightly used” for over $200 off on eBay!

 

[ActionableMango]

Regulatory restrictions are for public benefit - so customers can have faith that things perform as intended/claimed. This is especially important for anything that claims to be of medical benefit.

Internally though, they need to test it to make sure it works and prove to the FDA that the tech is legit - so yeh I’m sure they do.

Well existing pulse oximetry devices are not reliable from person to person and cannot be counted on, so whatever the standard is right now is a pretty low bar.

 

[sputnikBA]

Well existing pulse oximetry devices are not reliable from person to person and cannot be counted on, so whatever the standard is right now is a pretty low bar.

When you are Apple, and every tech blog, news outlet and YouTuber is waiting for an opportunity to write some clickbait about you, then that’s not good enough.

Fair or not, Apple gets held to a higher standard for these things so they need to work to a much higher bar.

 

[ActionableMango]

When you are Apple, and every tech blog, news outlet and YouTube is waiting for an opportunity to write some click bait about you, then that’s not good enough. Fair or not, Apple gets held to a higher standard for these things so they need to work to a much higher bar.

Perhaps, but that's not regulation, that's bad press.

 

[magicschoolbus]

At this time of the year, I recommend one option: WAIT!

For two good reasons: 1) the new model might be drastically better for the current price point

Or 2) you’d be able to get a series 2 for an amazing price.

I got my series 0 watch (brand new) for 1/2 off when Series 1/2 was released. I then waited until the series 3 was a few months old before getting one that was “slightly used” for over $200 off on eBay!

Yeah this is what I’m going to do.

If the new model does not have a bigger screen I’ll just find a deal on a series 3.

 

[thepixelpusher]

The next series will have even more health features that they've been readying! Who doesn't need more health features!!! Wait for the next round and if you don't need the extra features, buy the previous Apple Watch!

 

[bigchief]

I'm going to wait and see if it's like this.

 

[VivaLasVegas]

I'm going to wait and see if it's like this.

I saw that and if true it would be cool.

 

[borntrouble]

Just wait another weeks. An Apple watch is not as essential as a smartphone...

I think we'll get:

15% increase in display size
20% more battery life
Water resistance up to 100m with no-click crown
New and improved health sensors
Slightly different housing colors and of course, new watch bands
Ability to charge your watch via iPhone (just like AirPods are rumored to have that feature)

Release will follow alongside the new iPhones in mid september (12/9)

 

[cwanja]

Just wait another weeks. An Apple watch is not as essential as a smartphone...

I think we'll get:

15% increase in display size
20% more battery life
Water resistance up to 100m with no-click crown
New and improved health sensors
Slightly different housing colors and of course, new watch bands
Ability to charge your watch via iPhone (just like AirPods are rumored to have that feature)

Release will follow alongside the new iPhones in mid september (12/9)

I think you have everything at least, but the bolded part. Not sure that will come. Do not think Apple has matured their Qi manufacturing yet to send and receive in the iPhone. Just a bump in the maximum charging power would be nice. But maybe, would be a nifty add.

 

[VivaLasVegas]

20% more battery life

That would be enough to make me wait.

Ability to charge your watch via iPhone (just like AirPods are rumored to have that feature)

That would be cool kind of like how I charge my Apple Pencil on my iPad Pro 9.7.

I think you have everything at least, but the bolded part. Not sure that will come. Do not think Apple has matured their Qi manufacturing yet to send and receive in the iPhone. Just a bump in the maximum charging power would be nice. But maybe, would be a nifty add.

I agree but it would be cool nonetheless.

 

[44267547]

Just wait another weeks. An Apple watch is not as essential as a smartphone...

I think we'll get:

15% increase in display size
20% more battery life
Water resistance up to 100m with no-click crown
New and improved health sensors
Slightly different housing colors and of course, new watch bands
Ability to charge your watch via iPhone (just like AirPods are rumored to have that feature)

Release will follow alongside the new iPhones in mid september (12/9)

I would actually welcome Haptic button in favor of eliminating the push buttons. It creates a stronger water resistance and its less Hardware externally for something to go wrong with the Digital Crown or power button.

 

[cwanja]

I would actually welcome Haptic button in favor of eliminating the push buttons. It creates a stronger water resistance and its less Hardware externally for something to go wrong with the Digital Crown or power button.

Rumor has it that is coming, just like it came to the iPhone. I think it has been mentioned in more than one thread I know we both have replied in. Would be a welcome addition.

 

[VivaLasVegas]

I would actually welcome Haptic button in favor of eliminating the push buttons. It creates a stronger water resistance and its less Hardware externally for something to go wrong with the Digital Crown or power button.

Is the crown in the Series 3 digital?

 

[cwanja]

Is the crown in the Series 3 digital?

It is.
https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT205552

 

[VivaLasVegas]

It is.
https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT205552

Thanks I never noticed. On my wife's it feels like a real crown.

 

[44267547]

Is the crown in the Series 3 digital?

Basically, it just helps you navigate the Apple Watch through selection of zooming in and out, maps, or making certain selections for Settings.

 

[VivaLasVegas]

Basically, it just helps you navigate the Apple Watch through selection of zooming in and out, maps, or making certain selections for Settings.

Thanks I guess I need to take another look at my wife's Series 3.

 

[an-other]

A slight twist on some other's comments:

1. Wait if you want the latest and greatest features. The new features may or may be worth it. No one knows. It's also possible this could just be an announcement in September with delivery later. That may impact your decision if you have something specific you're wanting to do with it in the short term.

2. If you want it now and price is important, check out the refurb store on the Apple website. Good deals to be had if you like what they have in inventory.

 

[VivaLasVegas]

2. If you want it now and price is important, check out the refurb store on the Apple website. Good deals to be had if you like what they have in inventory.

My plan was to buy a refurbished Series 3 but the one I want is constantly sold out. That's why I am waiting to see what the Series 4 has.

 

[mcvaughan]

I'd wait for the S4, if you can afford to wait and can dish out the $$$.

 

[VivaLasVegas]

I'd wait for the S4, if you can afford to wait and can dish out the $$$.

That's my plan

 

[Cashmonee]

Easy answer. Wait. It's coming soon, you don't need one tomorrow (trust me you don't), and the way Apple Watches hold value, if you don't like, want, or need the new features, you will be able to get an S3 used for pretty cheap.

 

[vintagekeys]

Easy answer. Wait. It's coming soon, you don't need one tomorrow (trust me you don't), and the way Apple Watches hold value, if you don't like, want, or need the new features, you will be able to get an S3 used for pretty cheap.

Thats a good one btw, i feel this apple product does not retain its value very good. I would just wait till the new one comes around, even if you dont want the new one you can get the gen 3 brand new for 100 USD less or more, and the refurbs will be even cheaper.