No podcast apps - not even the standard Apple one. As long as you have your phone with you it's fine, but I'd like to have the option to go for a walk without it. I like the granularity on pocket casts along with the syncing across web/iPhone/iPad.
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Apple Watch Series 1&2 |OT| Better, Wetter
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No podcast apps - not even the standard Apple one. As long as you have your phone with you it's fine, but I'd like to have the option to go for a walk without it. I like the granularity on pocket casts along with the syncing across web/iPhone/iPad.
By the way, if you guys are looking for certain apps for Apple watch, give this website a shot.
http://watchaware.com/watch-apps/featured
It has a very comprehensive database of apps with watch support. It even has animated gifs of how they look and act. It's impressive stuff.
http://watchaware.com/watch-apps/featured
It has a very comprehensive database of apps with watch support. It even has animated gifs of how they look and act. It's impressive stuff.
Zeyphersan
Banned
Was your initial estimate for delivery Friday?
I'm hoping my early October shipment gets bumped up like it seems a lot of iPhones are
My 42mm Gold Aluminum Series 2 is Preparing for Shipment!! I ordered it as soon as preorders went live, and it was originally giving me a Sept 27-29 delivery time frame. Hoping that it ships tonight, which would almost guarantee delivery sometime next week.
I've got a business trip on the 26th, so it'd be great to have my new watch by then, and get it set up for all my notifications.
I've got a business trip on the 26th, so it'd be great to have my new watch by then, and get it set up for all my notifications.
Bruce Springsteen
Member
I'm hoping one of the Apple Stores in NYC has it so I can walk in, all we can do is check online
Mine still says October 12-24. I'll update it changes to anything sooner.
brianmcdoogle
Member
Hey guys, I may not be able to pick up my watch tomorrow at my designated pick up time. How long do you think they will hold the watch for?
Also, if I can read my 6S plus outside directly in the sun on a bright clear day, I assume I will be able to read the series one display? Is that a decent comparison?
Also, if I can read my 6S plus outside directly in the sun on a bright clear day, I assume I will be able to read the series one display? Is that a decent comparison?
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Well, signed up for MyUPS, but it isn't letting me presign for the box. Will it only do that after a certain point? Never had issues before.
If mychoice doesn't work you should be able to do it by calling ups
Zeyphersan
Banned
They let you reserve a watch for pickup in store?
The Last Wizard
Member
That's weird, I thought there wasn't Store pickups for it.
Zeyphersan
Banned
There wasn't. All the models say "available on select retail stores the 16th"
brianmcdoogle
Member
The order I made the night of preorders says processing and it gave me pick a window for pickup. It's a series 1 though.
Exact wording:
Maybe it is just for Series 1 watches?
Edit: just got email it'll be ready for pickup.
Exact wording:
Maybe it is just for Series 1 watches?
Edit: just got email it'll be ready for pickup.
The_Inquisitor
Member
My watch that is supposed to arrive 26-28th is "preparing for shipping". Ugh but I want it now.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Couldn't find anything on the UPS site to let me pre sign for the delivery tomorrow, but the Apple site did give me the print out. Just odd that I couldn't find it on UPS.
ibitegirls
Member
Anyone know when Best Buy will start selling the iwatch series 2 on their website? Tonight possible?
CloakedPuppet
Member
I can't seem to find any reviews for the series 1. I'm curious how it stacks up against the S2 as far as speed goes. I went with the 38mm Space Grey S1 and am eagerly awaiting its arrival - would like some info in the meantime.
Mysterious
Banned
Is Series 1 also water-proof?
ibitegirls
Member
Both watches use the same CPU, so speed would be identical on both.
No. Series 1 is splash resistant. Series 2 is water RESISTANT up to 50m.
You guys might want to read the OP, there is some more info there...
brianmcdoogle
Member
Last question before the big day: how long does it take to set up an Apple Watch? I've read mixed reports that range from thirty minutes to hours.
CloakedPuppet
Member
Thanks for the info. I knew that they had the same dual core processor but I thought there might still be some differences due to the improved graphics capabilities of the S2. I guess it makes sense that that probably wouldn't make any difference to performance.
The_Inquisitor
Member
To setup? Pretty quick. To update to WatchOS3? Took me 3 hours. You'll spend more time selecting what notifications you want/Watch face/dock apps as well.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Hopefully the series 2 comes with 3.0 installed so set up should be quick. I am excited.
The_Inquisitor
Member
I'm still pissed my new one isn't arriving tomorrow (was hoping to break it in on my Saturday long run) but at least it's in "preparing to ship". Enjoy.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Got the day off tomorrow. Been wanting one since version 0 launched and my patience for series 2 should pay off. These last two or so weeks without my Fitbit HR have been rough without a tracker or watch on my wrist. The band snapped on it.
The_Inquisitor
Member
I had to quit using fitbits because they gave me a really bad rash. Apple sports band does not cause irritation. So if you had a problem before you probably won't get one now.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
The Fitbit was one of the first things that never bothered my arm. The problem was the band literally split in half. And I never abused it. It just broke apart.
Meanwhile, my wife has the small lil one to put in your pocket and has washed it and dried it a few times by accident, yet it still keeps trucking.
That's up to you. I tried both at the store and found the SS ten times as tacky as the aluminium watch.
So for me, hellll no.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
If it were only like $50 extra, I probably would have gone for the stainless steel. But not $200 more.
Zeyphersan
Banned
As always, I believe SS is a massive improvement over aluminum and do think it's worth it. Not just in materials but just how it looks in general
diablos991
Can’t stump the diablos
It's not worth $200 more when you'll be replacing it in a year or two.
These are closer to fitness bands than swiss timepieces.
I think SS looks great. I don't think I'd pay the premium for a new one, but I would check for refurbs or good condition used series 0 at a good price
As a SS owner - yes. I love the weight of it and the robustness of the materials used.
You ask my other half, who has an aluminium one, and she would tell you no. She doesn't like the weight of it.
So it's horses for courses.
The Last Wizard
Member
Series 1 readily available through the website while the series 2 is 3-5 weeks.
Really hope I can grab one at the store today.
Really hope I can grab one at the store today.
Bruce Springsteen
Member
Don't think I'll be picking one up in the store today with the app still not allowing for in store pickup
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Sitting around waiting for UPS to deliver my series 2. Urgh. Want it now.
Same here. Has anyone had any luck?
EDIT: more importantly, if I show up looking for a watch, is there a separate line? Are they selling anything beyond phones today?
The Last Wizard
Member
They are selling everything, but phones and watches are seperate from that.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
UPS just delivered it. Time to set up!
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Only just opened it, and damn is the band on this short as hell. I don't have a big wrist, and went with the 38mm. The band barely fits around my wrist.
The_Inquisitor
Member
Which band? If sport you get two right.
There should be two sizes of bands, right? I found this out in the store last week.
I was dead-set on the 38mm watch seeing as I hate big watches, but actually putting it on made it feel like a women's watch. Just too small and the strap was tiny.
What size did everyone else get?
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Aluminum 38mm with woven nylon band. That is the second to last hole on the strap and it is that tight. I just moved it to the last one. I haven't turned it on yet, but disappointed in the band length. The watch itself is the perfect size for me though.
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