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  1. B

    Feature Request - Time Travel Scroll Intervals

    Time Travel needs a way to change scroll intervals. Scrolling 1 minute at a time is so slow it is impractical for looking at the day ahead. Should be able to choose to scroll in 1 mins, 5, 15, 30, 1hr... intervals based upon your preference
  2. circatee

    Washing dishes, shower, etc.

    For those that shower with the Apple Watch, etc., do you have to set the 'water' option PRIOR to going into water (shower, washing dishes, swimming, etc.)? Or, can I get the watch wet, then use the water symbol (where you scroll up on the watch face) and select it to then extract water...
  3. F

    Some questions for apple watch owners

    Hello everyone. I'm doing a case study about apple watch for an essay and I need you guys to help answer some questions. What appeals to you about apple watch? What marketing materials did you see to influence you on your buying decision? Where did you first hear about apple watch? What...
  4. P

    Quick question:Nike AW Watch Question

    Hi all, I have a 42mm Aluminum Space Gray black sport band watch ordered ($399) The Nike 42mm Aluminum Space Grey (with special band that isn't going to be sold seperately apparently) is also $399.. My question is this.. Does it make sense to get the Nike AW since it's essentially the same...
  5. cserba

    Apple watch 2 for weight lifting activity

    Hi all. :) I am planning to buy an Apple Watch 2, my main option is to use it for fit up. This means weight lifting. I previously owned Microsoft Band 2, which had some sort of sensor, which were able to detect this activity, and was able to log my HR, and count the weight lift. My question...
  6. B

    Need Apple Watch 38mm Glass size.

    Hi, I need a picture of the height of the 38mm Apple Watch's Glass (not just the screen but till the edge of tha glass as well) I need a ruler in the picture so I can prove a vager that the 38 mm Apple Watch has a glass height size of around 34mm not 38, because it is the bezel size. Thanks
  7. I

    Setting up new Apple Watch - Preserving Data?

    Bit the bullet and ordered a new stainless steel Series 2 from Best Buy because they told me that's the way to get it fastest. (They were right, I was able to pay for faster shipping, ordered it a few hours ago, it's coming FRIDAY!) Thing is, I have a streak of exercise and moving going on my...
  8. G

    I can't transfer my Apple Pay Credit Cards to the watch

    I have the cards in my new iPhone 7, but when I try to add them to the watch, using the app, I just get a spinning wheel, and the card doesn't transfer. I tried doing a hard reset on the phone and I power cycled the watch, without results. I want to add that this is the second Apple Watch I...
  9. S

    ApplePay not loading on Watch series 2

    I upgraded from iPhone 6s and watch series 0 → iPhone 7+ and Watch Series 2. When attempting to add my apple pay cards from my wallet on my iPhone (all cards successfully added on iPhone) in the Watch app I hit add to watch and then the spinner just sits there and no matter how long I wait it...
  10. ISRMafia

    Buy AW Series 2 Although not a fitness guy?

    Hey guys , I really wanna buy the AW Series 2 & im really excited to experience the full Apple ecosystem. I have an iPhone 6s & i will buy a Macbook in the next few days . So my question is , Should i buy the Apple Watch Series 2 Although i'm not a fitness guy which is what the watch is heavily...
  11. C

    Watch series 2 tattoo issue solved?

    I have tattoos down my arms and have had issues with the original aw. Occasionally through a day the watch will drop down my arm slightly causing the sensor to hit my tattoo. This locks the watch. Obviously it isn't just me with this issue. Basically I'm wondering if anyone knows if this issue...
  12. A

    AW2 vs Fitbit and some other questions (NEWBIE)

    Hello, I am a newbie here. I have been following macrumors forum but just created an account to ask some questions about Apple Watch. I have a fitbit charge HR and have been using it everyday since the first day I bought it. I am not sure should I upgrade to AW2? Anyone in this forum that has...
  13. Photography

    Apple Watch 1 Owners: Will you upgrade to the Apple Watch Series 2? Poll

    Apple Watch 1 Owners: Will you upgrade to the Apple Watch Series 2? Vote in the poll and discuss.
  14. CodeSpyder

    Find My Friends Based on Apple Watch?

    This is what I really wanted. My son is special and drifts at times when we're at a theme park. It would be great if he had an Apple Watch 2 and I could find him based on his Apple Watch's location. I know that this would require WiFi, but some theme parks have WiFi, and if push comes to...
  15. CodeSpyder

    Find My Apple Watch?

    So, with series 2 getting GPS, do you think that we'll have a find my Apple Watch feature? Granted, it would require WiFi.
  16. apple.fan

    Sports Model vs Nike Model. Let's choose

    So for the ones who will buy the Aluminum model, what will you choose? Nike edition or Sports model?
  17. L

    Will WiFi iPad work with the new Apple Watch GPS ?

    have some specific usecase : marine navigation and have already an WiFi iPad.. (but no iPhone) .. can the new apple watch be paired with my WiFi iPad to enable usage GPS apps on it ?
  18. GRIFROMLA

    When will Amazon have the 7?

    I've got an Amazon gift card that I would prefer to use on a new iPhone or Apple Watch. Anyone have any idea if Amazon will be able to accept pre-orders?
  19. apple.fan

    Where are all the bands?!

    Hey guys, i want to buy the series 2 Apple Watch Sport model with silver aluminum case but i can only choose between the white and the nike band! Why do they give us such few options? Or do you think it'll be more combinations to choose from? I didn't want to spend more money on a new band. I...
  20. BrodieApple

    Will AppleWatch 2 Support the iPhone 5?

    Hey guys I'm wondering your prediction if the Apple Watch 2 will support the iPhone 5 and why or why not. I have the iPhone 5 and have been waiting all this time for the 2nd Apple Watch and will be really disappointed if I need to save up for another phone to use it.. So what do you guys think...