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Titanium Apple Watch Series 6 Models Currently Widely Unavailable

My black titanium Apple Watch has been stellar so far. I had only used the aluminum ones before and by the time the first 6-9 months were over they usually had some nicks and scratches as I do leave my watch on for everything and even though I am careful. The titanium watch does not have one scratch on it, nowhere, even though I have hit it against door knobs, frames and other interesting items :rolleyes:. For those of us who like their stuff to be pristine and keep the watch for 2-3 years I think they are a valid choice (especially the black one with the coating as I hear that the silver one does scratch). I would be sad if they stop offering them, though I am not up for an update until the next generation (or the one after) anyway.
And besides, the black just looks really nice compared to the grayish color of the aluminum.
 
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Takeo said:
I love Apple Watch and upgrade every year. I know it’s really not necessary but I can’t help myself. iPhones on the other hand I keep for years. I’ve only owned 4 iPhones… 3GS, 5, 5S and 12 mini. I REALLY wanted the Titanium last year and almost pulled the trigger but I stopped myself because I knew I’d want to upgrade to the 7 and what’s the point of dropping a GRAND on a watch I’ll only wear for a year. And I suspect that the resale value of the edition watches is not great and they are probably harder to resell. Reselling an aluminum Apple Watch is a breeze.
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I consider the Apple Watch a necessity, it’s my health which is my top priority. That being said, I am still rocking a Series 4 because I do not care about an always on display, and I’m waiting for a redesigned watch.
 
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That is just too expensive. I find the concept of a luxury smart watch frivolous. You’re paying the same price as the analog equivalent. At least a normal watch will last years, if not decades. $399 is the most I would pay for a smart watch and that is exactly what I did.
 
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DanTSX said:
The titanium that Apple uses is a poor choice of materials. They need to use a hardened titanium with an additional surface treatment like Citizen Time Corp uses on a lot of their higher end (for their brand) watches. Ti scratches too easily and is simply not an attractive metal unless prepared very specifically.
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I agree with you 100%. I personally think Apple should just focus on introducing back the ceramic model. Eliminate the Titanium?
 
I have more compelling reasons to update my Apple Watch each year than my iPhone.

Why?

Fitness metrics.

Tracking a new body function is vastly more useful to me than a slightly improved camera.

So, why would I buy a $1,500 version of a Watch that I'll be selling 12 months later?

A 'luxury' Apple Watch makes no sense.
 
Well, I’m going to take it a step further and say that the reason it is “discontinued” is that the case form factor will change with the S7, so why make more of the old cases??
 
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murdoc2k said:
I disagree with Gurman. As an owner of a titanium series 6, I bought it for 2 reasons

1) Stronger than stainless steel while weighing only 10% more than aluminium.
2) Has a premium look that doesn't show scratches as much as the stainless steel counter parts.

#1 is especially important since I do workouts and the lighter weight just makes it more comfortable.

The watch has hit quite a few things and so far not a single dent on the frame of the watch or the screen thanks to the sapphire glass compared to my previous series 5 aluminium to which the frame got dinged and the screen sustained a scratch mark.

I plan to wear this watch for 3 years or so before trading up or selling it to upgade to the next model.
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Man, buy the watch you want and enjoy the heck out of it. No problem at all. That said, if you can tell the difference in 4-5 grams of weight of a watch during your workouts, you’re a lot better than I am. I don’t even notice the weight of my watch, period.
 
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Rychiar said:
I still can't believe what they charge for a worthless metal like stainless steel on something most people dont keep more than a couple years
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When inexpensive analog watches have been using stainless steel as a standard for decades, you realize the power of Apple marketing.

Personally I love the look of the titanium...but would never pay that kind of money for any smart watch with a limited lifespan.

But if have the resources, it’s your money. Enjoy it on whatever makes you happy.
 
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xxray said:
Exactly why I couldn’t justify any Apple Watch model except the aluminium ones.
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Silver aluminium seems the only practical choice.

I love the look of the gold stainless steel but Apple sell only one strap that actually matches it (gold Milanese) so it’s probably the most impractical watch in existence. Well done Apple.
 
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Seriously, what's the point of spending $800 or more on a watch that will be outdated in one year and nonfunctional in under five?
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Why does everyone make the watch sound like it’s part of Cinderella’s story? The Watch doesn’t magically turn to a pumpkin after less than 5 years. My 6, going on 7, year old S0 still pairs to my iPhone and tells the time, gets notifications and does workouts. Does it have all the bells and whistles of newer models? No, but that’s not why I wear that model. It’s a Stainless edition and pairs well with certain outfits and looks.

Some people have come on here to say they treat their watch as an extension of their phone not as a fashion accessory. That’s fine. Personally I never wore a watch before Apple Watch and have no intent of buying anything else. For me it’s both.

Remember Apple still treats the Watch as partially a fashion accessory and some people (myself included) collect watch bands. So it’s hard to say it’s not a fashion piece.

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And I suspect that the resale value of the edition watches is not great and they are probably harder to resell. Reselling an aluminum Apple Watch is a breeze.
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This isn’t really the case. I mean, your ROI on the aluminum model is going to be higher than on the Edition in *most* instances but they still sell and move. This is the same thing with iPhones. If you’re worried about getting the highest percentage of money back, the lower end, smaller capacity models do better. Edition models move almost as easily as Aluminums so long as they’re not overpriced.

Now I said most because there is an exception. The Ceramic Series 5, with the Ceramic material being as adored in the Watch community as it is and the S5 being the last of its line, has nearly retained all its value since it was released almost 2 years ago. The 44mm started at $1399 and one just sold on eBay for $1200. Considering that $1399 included an extra $50 band (since all S5 and S6 Editions come with a spare Sport Band), adjusting for that means in two years it’s lost $150 (or 11%) in value and it appears to have sold in less than 30 days. Considering the Aluminum S5 regularly sells for $250 and cost at least $399 new, it also lost $150 in value but that’s almost 38% it’s MSRP.

Now the titaniums did fair worse, losing 50% of their value in the same period. However if the titanium doesn’t come back in the S7, I see that price remaining locked while Aluminums tank in value.
 
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Rychiar said:
I still can't believe what they charge for a worthless metal like stainless steel on something most people dont keep more than a couple years
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I have owned two stainless steel Apple Watches. They wear pretty well, as I don't upgrade that often. So, the extra cost seems worth it to me, and I begrudgingly pay the Apple Tax, just like RAM and SSD upgrades on my other Apple devices :confused:. Of course everyone's priorities and and pocketbook are different.
 
Whole point of SS is the look doesn’t matter if they lose value quicker you get them for how it looks on the wrist. We all know the models so the same thing
 
Doebldodl said:
For the extra $100 the titanium costs over the stainless steel, you also get an additional sport band and an additional year of warranty. That's not too hard to justify.

However, what I really want is an aluminum case with a sapphire display, so no scratches on the display.
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100% this. I started on an aluminum S2 and screen scratched within a month. I switched to SS S3 under a year later mainly for the display, and am still using it. I tried out a SS S6 but the battery would hit 40% after a workout of a few hours, with AOD turned off. If I get a watch anymore it'll be the SE, the prices are far too steep anymore, but I hate the scratched glass on the entry models.
 
I've had my S6 Titanium since launch and not a single scratch, dent, or scuff has developed. Even if it did, it's relatively simple to buff it out.

The stainless steel watches on the other hand, scratches way too easily.

 
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The technology behind mechanical watches has stayed the same for for decades upon decades. They are less reliable or accurate than $20 quartz watches, but are niche elegant status jewelry that can tell time accurately enough that people can expect them to function just as well as any other mechanical watch ever has. It has just one job. To tell time and look pretty.
The Apple Watch is a device where the technology and function is at it’s infancy, where constant innovations have not yet reached it’s full potential and quickly give them an expiration date. I think the concept of the Edition is odd for a device that is evolving so fast.
But I am sure Watch collectors will one day cozy up to the oddity that is the Edition Apple Watch and value them solely for their somewhat rarity or oddity.
 
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Deguello said:
Man, buy the watch you want and enjoy the heck out of it. No problem at all. That said, if you can tell the difference in 4-5 grams of weight of a watch during your workouts, you’re a lot better than I am. I don’t even notice the weight of my watch, period.
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Well said
satchmo said:
When inexpensive analog watches have been using stainless steel as a standard for decades, you realize the power of Apple marketing.

Personally I love the look of the titanium...but would never pay that kind of money for any smart watch with a limited lifespan.

But if have the resources, it’s your money. Enjoy it on whatever makes you happy.
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Exactly

As we all know, functionally they are all the same. For most of us, upgrading to a new model is to get new features that you may not have.

I started with a S2. Upgraded to S4 two years later, to get the EKG capability. Traded in my S2 for a S6 after another two years, to get the 'always-on' display.

If you trade in your watch (or sell it) then the cost to upgrade is partially offset.

Interestingly, Apple doesn't yet seem to accept S6 watches for trade-in. Using their online tool to get trade-in value won't work for the S6 at this time.
 
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