SomedayTheFire
Member
So did Apple make upgrades to the Series 1 watch? What's different?
So did Apple make upgrades to the Series 1 watch? What's different?
ah so series 1 gets the same CPU, just no GPS and no water proofing?
The Verge have their Watch Series 2 review up.
http://www.theverge.com/2016/9/14/12906348/apple-watch-2-review-new-features
I think series 2 might be my jumping in point for the Apple watch. I've been using Garmin products exclusively for the last few years to track my running. I most recently upgraded to the Vivoactive HR, but recent firmware updates have made the thing laggy and barely useable. I love the GPS tracking and more importantly the battery life - but I think I could get used to a single day use from the Watch.
Has anyone made the switch from a dedicated running watch to the Apple Watch, or is planning to with the Series 2? I also really like the idea of the silver case but wish I could have it come with a black band instead. I'd likely get a leather band from Etsy to go with it for day-to-day use.
Keeping my Garmin is out of the question as I don't need both and would likely sell my Vivoactive on Amazon to offset the cost of the Watch.
I went the other way and bought a Garmin Forerunner 235, selling my Apple Watch back in March.
The battery life was terrible, true, but the touch screen was the primary reason I ditched it. It was super sensitive to my sleeve hitting it and killing runs. The link between the watch and phone was also not super reliable, and would drop out from time to time, also killing runs.
I think it depends on what distances you'd run, since the Series 2 watch battery only lasts 5 hours in GPS mode. If I only ran up to half marathon distances, I would seriously considering going back to Apple and selling the Garmin. However, I do clock 20+ mile distances, so it's really a non starter. After those runs, my battery would be almost toast, and definitely not able to make it through the day.
The Nike Volt AW looks incredible, though. Maybe I'd be in for Series 3 if they can figure the battery life out.
Apple store says I will have it on the 16th but it still hasn't shipped yet. Is this normal?
The Series 1 is one of the new ones with upgraded processor, if you have the original it's just..."Apple Watch" (or Sport or Edition versions). Or Series 0 as some are calling it now.
I don't recall if there's been any rumors for the next one yet. A while back I was thinking the second revision would be a new design with the original sticking around with upgraded guts, to eventually create a lineup of different designs like normal watches. Maybe they'll do it next time, or maybe they're all about this being timeless and sticking around a while.
Not sure if this is the right thread but I can't get my watch to update from 2.2.2, any ideas why? I'm not on the beta profile.
Is your phone on iOS 10? If it is, then maybe try powering the watch on and off and try again. Your phone has to be on iOS 10 to update the watch to OS 3.
WatchOS3 update is really finicky. Don't be surprised if it takes 3+ hours and/or you need to power cycle phone/watch.
It probably has shipped already. If you're in the US you can use the UPS track by reference trick to see. Track by reference number, and then enter your phone number. You can do the same thing for FedEx if it doesn't appear via UPS - not sure how they're shipping out watches.
More than likely yea, I believe Apple gives you 2 weeks to return anything except software.I ordered the S1 and now I'm second guessing myself a bit. If after a day or so, can I do a return or exchange?
how's the app situation on the watch after a year?
I want to get an apple watch for jogging without having to bring my phone, mostly for music playback, but I've not used the music app on iphone, let alone itunes in probably 5 years (outside of occasional backup). Any decent 3rd party app workarounds?
I'm wondering if that brighter screen is worth the $100 premium. Everything I've read so far leads me to believe that the brightness of the "Series 0" was never an issue
I'm wondering if that brighter screen is worth the $100 premium. Everything I've read so far leads me to believe that the brightness of the "Series 0" was never an issue
I'm wondering if that brighter screen is worth the $100 premium. Everything I've read so far leads me to believe that the brightness of the "Series 0" was never an issue
I've been using an Apple Watch since launch, never had an issue with screen not being bright enough
But brighter is always better when outdoors
Damn, now you guys are making me question my s2:/
I am thinking about getting the Series 1 because according to people, you can still basically swim in it. I also almost always carry my phone with me even if I am out jogging. Got my arm band that I put my phone in so I can listen to music. So it seems like a good idea to get the cheaper Series 1 with updated processors and enjoy WatchOS3
I run almost everyday so GPS is a must and water proof is great addition. Again, brighter is always better for being outdoors in direct sunlight
But series 1 isn't a bad buy by any means if you're not into fitness
I think series 2 might be my jumping in point for the Apple watch. I've been using Garmin products exclusively for the last few years to track my running. I most recently upgraded to the Vivoactive HR, but recent firmware updates have made the thing laggy and barely useable. I love the GPS tracking and more importantly the battery life - but I think I could get used to a single day use from the Watch.
Has anyone made the switch from a dedicated running watch to the Apple Watch, or is planning to with the Series 2? I also really like the idea of the silver case but wish I could have it come with a black band instead. I'd likely get a leather band from Etsy to go with it for day-to-day use.
Keeping my Garmin is out of the question as I don't need both and would likely sell my Vivoactive on Amazon to offset the cost of the Watch.
So with no Now Playing glance or Podcast app to dock, is it possible to pause a podcast you're listening to from the watch?
Well I don't swim really and I doubt that I'd go for a run without my phone since I need music so that just leaves the screen brightness which I don't see as such an important feature.I run almost everyday so GPS is a must and water proof is great addition. Again, brighter is always better for being outdoors in direct sunlight
But series 1 isn't a bad buy by any means if you're not into fitness
Well I don't swim really and I doubt that I'd go for a run without my phone since I need music so that just leaves the screen brightness which I don't see as such an important feature.
But I just feel like s2 will be better compared to s1 even without said differences. Are there any s1 and s2 comparison reviews?
Pre-ordered my Series 2 and I gotta wait until September 30 for it! I live in the UK by the way.
#FirstWorldProblems
By the way, you can sync a music playlist to the apple watch and listen to it on wireless headphones without using the phone.
But I personally exclusively use Spotify and use wired earpods while working out, so that's a no-go for me anyway