There's nothing in the WatchOS EULA that states that I need to upgrade every year, and don't really plan on it.
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Apple Watch |OT| Apple invents the watch!
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There's nothing in the WatchOS EULA that states that I need to upgrade every year, and don't really plan on it.
How about phonecalls? Is it convenient?
Not even Apple expects you to do this.
I believe UPS only really goes by the 3PM hour for business deliveries. For residential it's all the way until the route's driver is done for the day.
Frank Serpico
Banned
Trading program?
First one, then the other.
Wanna bet?
They'd *like* you to, but judging how often I still see iPhone 4 and 4S out in the wild, never mind pre-Retina iPads, people are sticking with their devices for as long as they do what they want them to do.
Shocking, I know.
I mean, Apple sure tries to *entice* people, but it's still the consumer's decision.
SuperPac
Member
It's not in-store. Basically, you take it into the store during the 14-day return period and they can help initiate a trade online.
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/04/22/apple-band-only-apple-watch-exchanges/
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Deleted member 22576
Unconfirmed Member
Finally got around to measuring my wrist and its 157mm. I preordered the Medium Modern Buckle online and when I went to the store they only had the largest strap to try on, which at its tightest is 160 mm. It was definitely a little loose and the haptic feedback wasn't very strong.
Glad to know for 100% I'll be able to get a super snug fit like I like.
Glad to know for 100% I'll be able to get a super snug fit like I like.
Frank Serpico
Banned
everthustodeadbeats
Member
The watch is here. Going to refrain from opening it till later so I can do it with my equally as Apple fanboy friend. 😅
You're lucky. I had about 20 minutes at most and then I had to head out as the UPS guy shows up late here.
Caught up the next morning though. Overall, it was a complete success. Any issues (ESPN app freezing) appeared later. Good luck.
Frank Serpico
Banned
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/27/apple-watch-display-comparison/
"sapphire carries its share of drawbacks over the toughened glass in the Watch Sport. While you're still getting colorful, sharp visuals, the higher-end Watch's sapphire reflects almost twice as much light and washes out the picture in very bright condition"
"sapphire carries its share of drawbacks over the toughened glass in the Watch Sport. While you're still getting colorful, sharp visuals, the higher-end Watch's sapphire reflects almost twice as much light and washes out the picture in very bright condition"
twinturbo2
butthurt Heat fan
I got an e-mail saying it'll be shipped within 4-6 weeks. It'll be here sooner than that, hopefully.
Now I'm researching my options for case protectors, and I set aside some money to do a band swap to the traditional leather band at the local Apple Store. I plan on finally upgrading to a iPhone 6 this weekend.
Now I'm researching my options for case protectors, and I set aside some money to do a band swap to the traditional leather band at the local Apple Store. I plan on finally upgrading to a iPhone 6 this weekend.
About half hour after orders opened, also in the UK if that matters at all.
everthustodeadbeats
Member
I have a complaint:
I've had my stainless steel since Friday and after a very close inspection, I don't have a single scratch on the steel casing.
I really wanted one. My wedding ring (white gold, cheaper than platinum) has scratches but this near perfect device, an Apple Watch, has no scratches.
This watch may be the devil.
I've had my stainless steel since Friday and after a very close inspection, I don't have a single scratch on the steel casing.
I really wanted one. My wedding ring (white gold, cheaper than platinum) has scratches but this near perfect device, an Apple Watch, has no scratches.
This watch may be the devil.
twinturbo2
butthurt Heat fan
The thirst for Apple Watch is real.
My order came in at around 7:30 PM Florida time the day pre-orders started.
Can't lie, I'm a little grumpy that I haven't even been charged yet, especially given these reports of people ordering 42mm Space Grays way after and getting them shipped. I was pretty resigned to not getting into the first wave for Friday, but I had assumed that I'd at least be charged by now, if not have a tracking number.
I guess patience is my only option at this point. (That, and the realization that this sort of thing is the first worldliest of first world problems.)
I guess patience is my only option at this point. (That, and the realization that this sort of thing is the first worldliest of first world problems.)
Frank Serpico
Banned
Especially when you're getting upset for not being charged hundreds of dollars
Jill Sandwich
the turds of Optimus Prime
Really interesting that they haven't made any announcements at all about the Watch launch numbers.
I am in the same boat. When I see people with older orders for the same watch getting shipping notices I think either they can't be telling the truth or Apple is not processing them in the order received. I hope something happens with my order soon. I was even tempted to cancel today. :/
They said they wouldn't for competitive reasons
I haven't done that yet. Mostly checking the watch for notifications (emails I can ignore or look at later), which meeting I'm in next, checking weather, etc.
Siri for dictation feels like it's better, but I think it may just be that I'm holding the watch closer to my face than I would with the phone.
Theonik
Member
Display tech had already smoked the original iPhone back in 2009. Mobile hardware has come a long way since 2008 but it has basically stalled for the last couple of years and change.
Fractology
Member
I'm worried about that too...don't have mine yet but I don't live in the best area and worry about walking around on a sunny day in short sleeves with my Apple Watch announcing itself to the world. Sounds great until you're in an area where wearing white apple earbuds can get you picked out.
Even if it doesn't work without the paired device, the average schmuck isn't going to know/care about that.
SuperEpicMan
Banned
I was reading somewhere that they found hardware in a tear apart that could possibly allow Blood Oxygen levels to be analysed by the watch after a software update. Does anybody know what uses or applications a Blood Oxygen sensor would have?
They currently use it to read your pulse. I guess it could warn you that you have hypoxemia, but people with that (COPD, emphysema) usually know it.
LyleLanley
Banned
I was using walking directions today but it didn't seem to give me the left and right vibrations instead it just gave me a standard vibration as if it was just getting a notification.
Patrick Klepek
furiously molesting tim burton
Is it possible to look at your mileage count while you run? I just noticed the time elapsed.
Maybe that's only possible with goals, which kinda sucks. I just run and go till I want to stop.
Maybe that's only possible with goals, which kinda sucks. I just run and go till I want to stop.
You could have a defective unit or you're wearing it too loose.
SuperPac
Member
Depends what the origin is. It's probably somewhere in the U.S., so you should be fine. For instance, my wife's watch origin scan was in TN the night before it arrived. Still got here a-ok.
My watch also arrives tomorrow and also hasn't appeared in the system yet but tracking says it'll get here. Should be good.
Depends what the origin is. It's probably somewhere in the U.S., so you should be fine. For instance, my wife's watch origin scan was in TN the night before it arrived. Still got here a-ok.
My watch also arrives tomorrow and also hasn't appeared in the system yet but tracking says it'll get here. Should be good.
Yeah I get a lot of deliveries and am used to the "printed label" shenanigans; UPS finally updated the tracking to actually include the "Scheduled Delivery" notice; so not so worried any more.
You never know though; this is a bit like ordering from amazon.com around Christmas time.
The Elite
BOSS
If I'm still it's fine but if I am moving or walking I don't really notice it.
Maybe I will take it in to the Apple Store and compare it with one of their units.
Chittagong
Gold Member
So here's my Apple Watch 42mm battry burndown test.
6:30 - woke up and took watch to use - 100% battery
- 2 sports sessions, each 1h long
- 2 Hailo cab orders
- 1 Uber order
- Reading the mail in tube, taxi, lifts and shower
- Checking the calendar every now and then
- Reading BBC News headlines a few times
- Demoing the watch briefly to friends / collegues on 5 occasions
- Reading a bunch of notifications from Twitter, WhatsApp and more
- 1 phone call, about 5 min
- 3 messages, dictated
00:47AM - going to bed - 4% battery
So the watch made it through a pretty intense day without shutting down like I feared. Still, there is some anxiety in seeing the watch battery indicator drop to single digits.
6:30 - woke up and took watch to use - 100% battery
- 2 sports sessions, each 1h long
- 2 Hailo cab orders
- 1 Uber order
- Reading the mail in tube, taxi, lifts and shower
- Checking the calendar every now and then
- Reading BBC News headlines a few times
- Demoing the watch briefly to friends / collegues on 5 occasions
- Reading a bunch of notifications from Twitter, WhatsApp and more
- 1 phone call, about 5 min
- 3 messages, dictated
00:47AM - going to bed - 4% battery
So the watch made it through a pretty intense day without shutting down like I feared. Still, there is some anxiety in seeing the watch battery indicator drop to single digits.
jts
...hate me...
I thought it goes automatically into Power Reserve mode when it drops under 10%?
Otherwise, doesn't sound bad at all.
Love my Apple Warch Sport. Battery life is amazing. Love it!
Two questions:
1)from notifications can you launch the app? I can't seem to do this or even know if it is possible.
2)The bands are all sold out until June? Can you buy bands in the brick and mortar Apple Store now?
Two questions:
1)from notifications can you launch the app? I can't seem to do this or even know if it is possible.
2)The bands are all sold out until June? Can you buy bands in the brick and mortar Apple Store now?
Pops Maellard
Member
My Watch's battery life has been incredibly impressive over the past two days. This morning I woke up at 8:30, slapped it on and:
And it's at 74%. Outside of all of what I chronologically listed above, I've been pretty frequently activating the face just to stare at the jellyfish whenever I'm bored, as well as fiddle with other watch faces. I also use Knock to unlock my MBP every time I open it, which I've done too many times to include in the list. The battery life is shockingly impressive, and I couldn't be happier with the experience so far. It's a huge upgrade from my Moto 360 which never kept up with my 14-15 hour days.
- Checked Instagram, Twitter and my email while brushing my teeth
- Sent two dictated texts
- Asked Siri for directions to a UPS store
- Used the glance controls to fiddle with Spotify on my ride over to campus
- Responded to three texts with the preset responses
- Stared at the jellyfish watchface for way too long
- Checked off some tasks in Wunderlist
- Brewed two cups of coffee with my Aeropress using the AeroPress Timer app (so good)
- Went to Whole Foods, used the Watch for my Yummly grocery list
- Used Apple Pay at checkout
- Got directions to a local animal shelter
- Responded to three more texts with dictation, and sent one creepy glove hand emoji
- Checked my calendar for the week
- Made a GIF and posted it to FB with Workflow. Workflow is insane.
- Made a phone call that lasted about 5 minutes
And it's at 74%. Outside of all of what I chronologically listed above, I've been pretty frequently activating the face just to stare at the jellyfish whenever I'm bored, as well as fiddle with other watch faces. I also use Knock to unlock my MBP every time I open it, which I've done too many times to include in the list. The battery life is shockingly impressive, and I couldn't be happier with the experience so far. It's a huge upgrade from my Moto 360 which never kept up with my 14-15 hour days.