New Apple Watches Hinted at in Bluetooth Database as Launch Nears

[SFjohn]

Exactly, and if rumours are to be believed the current system prevents the watch from being any thinner.

I think Apple could offer a larger screen Watch that’s thinner, still expanding the internal volume… 🤞🏻

 

[HMFIC03]

Why is the magnetic band attachment system getting any credibility? I give that zero chance. No benefit to water resistance or space savings, only the chance for greater theft off worn wrists.

 

[_Spinn_]

Really looking forward to getting the Ultra 2 this year.

 

[rubaxter]

I'll wait for the re-designed version (supposedly) next year and see if a reasonably priced model can even get 48 full hours of use before needing a charge.

I'll be picking up an iPhone 15 before then, AND the Vivoactive 4 will need replacing.

But, UNTIL then, back to the Garmin, cuz value not Barbie Chic.

 

[deeddawg]

I suspect most of the buyers of the darker version (if there is one) will be the same couch slugs who can’t run the length of themselves but still moan about the Ultra’s battery life. Those of us who actually run gear hard will likely avoid it because it’ll get so obviously banged up.

Might want to look into real world results people have had with the space black titanium models before you assume poor durability of a DLC coating on titanium - the exterior of my SBTi Series 6 was mint condition a couple months ago when I swapped it out due to battery replacement. I'm constantly working DIY projects around the yard, house, garage, and vehicles rather than sitting on a sofa. (distance cycling and running aren't really contact sports, so...)

 

[constantsnags!]

Might want to look into real world results people have had with the space black titanium models before you assume poor durability of a DLC coating on titanium - the exterior of my SBTi Series 6 was mint condition a couple months ago when I swapped it out due to battery replacement. I'm constantly working DIY projects around the yard, house, garage, and vehicles rather than sitting on a sofa. (distance cycling and running aren't really contact sports, so...)

They are when you're doing a 35km SwimRun event where you're crawling along cliff edges and swimming between islands in a chain in the north of New Zealand. They're also a contact sport when you're making 3m drops off slatted ramps in the redwoods and eat it on the run out. I banged the **** out of a DLC coated watch navigating a ship, and I have spent a great many years being trained to be very meticulous about equipment care. It's a vanity option, and that's ok - but I guarantee there'll be complaints about it scratching easily. Bet on it.

 

[Apple_Robert]

These tiny updates are extremely wasteful.

It is a matter of tech not meeting the unrealistic expectation of MR members.

 

[constantsnags!]

It is a matter of tech not meeting the unrealistic expectation of MR members.

Exactly - or of having any understanding of the design process, supply chain management or marketing.

 

[Apple_Robert]

Why is the magnetic band attachment system getting any credibility? I give that zero chance. No benefit to water resistance or space savings, only the chance for greater theft off worn wrists.

Because too many adults on here believe any rumor that pops up, and start debating and arguing over the reality of tech facade.

 

[constantsnags!]

Because too many adults on here believe any rumor that pops up, and start debating and arguing over the reality of tech facade.

Exactly...screen refresh rates being a classic example...or included RAM.

 

[deeddawg]

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They are when you're doing a 35km SwimRun event where you're crawling along cliff edges and swimming between islands in a chain in the north of New Zealand. They're also a contact sport when you're making 3m drops off slatted ramps in the redwoods and eat it on the run out. I banged the **** out of a DLC coated watch navigating a ship, and I have spent a great many years being trained to be very meticulous about equipment care. It's a vanity option, and that's ok - but I guarantee there'll be complaints about it scratching easily. Bet on it.

You sound very proud of yourself yet oddly angry at the same time. Curious.

I’ll note that crawling cliff edges isn’t running, and crashing off 3m slatted ramps isn’t distance cycling. Also not really sure how navigating a ship is a contact sport unless those charts and compass/sextants are fighting back, but good for ya on that achievement too. ⭐️

Time will tell whether your assessment of the complaints is correct. While no device will survive true abuse unscathed, if Apple retains the durability they had on the prior DLC finishes I think the reality will be less than you think. We shall see.

 

[constantsnags!]

You sound very proud of yourself yet oddly angry at the same time. Curious.

I’ll note that crawling cliff edges isn’t running, and crashing off 3m slatted ramps isn’t distant cycling. Also not really sure how navigating a ship is a contact sport unless those charts and compass/sextants are fighting back, but good for ya on that achievement too. ⭐️

Time will tell whether your assessment of the complaints is correct. While no device will survive true abuse unscathed, if Apple retains the durability they had on the prior DLC finishes I think the reality will be less than you think. We shall see.
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I know you don’t see the relevance, but had you done it, you would. As for the compass and sextant, warships aren’t delicate environments.

 

[szw-mapple fan]

Fingers crossed..

No way we'll get a notch. Fingers crossed for an island though .

 

[szw-mapple fan]

Agreed! Let go of the orange color and add Product Red as aesthetics.

Highly doubt Product Red is coming anytime soon. Apple has never done Product Red on any of their premium tier products, unless you count Jony's one-of-a-kind red Mac Pro.