[Official Discussion] Apple watch

[sk0065]

you could also read the HWZ write-up on
Everything worth knowing about the Apple Watch - HardwareZone.com.sg

 

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Key dates and time

Pre order
Date: 10th April 2015
Time: ??

Is it delivery?
Date: 24th April 2015
Time: ??

Available at Apple store?
Date: 24th April 2015
Time: ??

First wave
The first wave launch countries include the
United States,
Australia,
Canada,
China,
France,
Germany,
Hong Kong, (nearest to us)
Japan and
United Kingdom.

Apple Watch will be available for purchase by reservation at Apple Stores, online and at select authorized resellers in China and Japan.

 

[sk0065]

ok, we know there is the 18 hour stupid usage life.

but the phone going out of juice may be a more serious problem

What happens to your Apple Watch when your iPhone runs out of juice | VentureBeat | Mobile | by Mark Sullivan

 

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I have enough lightning cable
1) bedside
2) car cig charger
3) office PC

now, do we need to buy more charging connector for the watch?

 

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apple HK cannot ship to SG.

but apple HK can ship to my HK's friend's house who can then DHL to me.

no one keen to discuss anything ?

 

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Please feedback to have SG included in the 1st wave for online pre-order

Apple - iPhone - Feedback

i have checked with the online staff, who advised, we can do it under the iphone feedback, subject = apple watch

 

[lampano]

If you have ever use a smartwatch before you will knw batt life is very impt.
18hr is just simply no-no.

 

[sk0065]

If you have ever use a smartwatch before you will knw batt life is very impt.
18hr is just simply no-no.

i know.
when i reach home now, 1st thing is to remove wallet and watch. (not smart watch)

i was thinking, once reach home then charge and don't be lazy.

will that work?

 

[ceecookie]

Apple Watch Edition will have a hard time convincing typical users that its better than a 10k Rolex/Omega/Cartier etc

 

[GamerZ]

I did the estimate on Apple Watch prices when it comes to Singapore https://lesterchan.net/blog/2015/03/11/estimated-apple-watch-prices-in-singapore/ for those who are interested

 

[sk0065]

Apple Watch Edition will have a hard time convincing typical users that its better than a 10k Rolex/Omega/Cartier etc

i think,
the super rich, who have 20 Rolex, 15 AP, they will be ok to add one gold watch to their collection.

for the 1st time owner, he should be aiming a Rolex for sure and not apple.

 

[lampano]

Apple Watch Edition will have a hard time convincing typical users that its better than a 10k Rolex/Omega/Cartier etc

10k for a piece for wear technology that cannot be upgraded and will outdated very fast, its alot of marketing. of course, There will beb buyers still.

Note: I am not a apple basher btw. speakings from facts

 

[sk0065]

I did the estimate on Apple Watch prices when it comes to Singapore https://lesterchan.net/blog/2015/03/11/estimated-apple-watch-prices-in-singapore/ for those who are interested

looks accurate.

 

[lampano]

i know.
when i reach home now, 1st thing is to remove wallet and watch. (not smart watch)

i was thinking, once reach home then charge and don't be lazy.

will that work?

Problem is when it ran out of juice halfway when u re outside, or when u do not have the charger with you.

 

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Problem is when it ran out of juice halfway when u re outside, or when u do not have the charger with you.

thats the problem, i think too.

already thinking to get a 2nd charger in office.

 

[lampano]

thats the problem, i think too.

already thinking to get a 2nd charger in office.

Anyway, it does looks cool...the ability to ans calls is useful for drivers...but the batt technology needs to be improved further to make it mainstream use.

Now i already got lotsa items to charge every nite haha..

 

[sk0065]

Anyway, it does looks cool...the ability to ans calls is useful for drivers...but the batt technology needs to be improved further to make it mainstream use.

Now i already got lotsa items to charge every nite haha..

the miband is amazing,
charge one time, can use 30 days

 

[lordlad0]

if you are going outdoor camping for a few days and you are wearing an apple watch, then you might as well just wear a giant bracelet.

Apple Watch Definitely for someone always in door and seating on a desk....but if that's the case, why need a smartwatch?

i ran alot of marathons and do alot of hikes.....with that kind of battery life, i might as well carry a giant generator behind my back all the time if i got an apple watch...LOL


my 2 cents.

 

[lordlad0]

i think,
the super rich, who have 20 Rolex, 15 AP, they will be ok to add one gold watch to their collection.

for the 1st time owner, he should be aiming a Rolex for sure and not apple.

many rich ppl buy luxury watch not just to show off but for collection and investments...

you can pass your 1980s Rolex to your grandkids as a family heirloom and he will be grateful to you.

Imagine in 2050, your ah gong give you an Apple Watch Edition Circa 2015 (with a dead battery and 40 years outdated software) and say this will be the family heirloom. I doubt you will jumping in joy...LOL

 

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many rich ppl buy luxury watch not just to show off but for collection and investments...

you can pass your 1980s Rolex to your grandkids as a family heirloom and he will be grateful to you.

Imagine in 2050, your ah gong give you an Apple Watch Edition Circa 2015 (with a dead battery and 40 years outdated software) and say this will be the family heirloom. I doubt you will jumping in joy...LOL

i know
tats the prob with iphone 3GS too.

for me, i just want to use it
then apple watch 2 come out, sell apple watch and the cycles continue.

wont' get the 10K version la.

in fact, i am thinking about aluminium vs stainless steel.
one is brighter than the other... thats all.
remember, we are talking about 1-2 years of usage at max... who needs the toughest metal that have alloys that enhances the strength to 80% more?