Needing this thread to talk it out with Apple watch enthusiasts.
I said I wouldn't be back after the death of my SS S0, but I'm wanting an Apple watch again. My 7 Plus has finally kicked the bucket and I've been forced to an iPhone 11 (long story, PWM issues, won't repeat here) but surprisingly it's actually pretty good and I'm excited once again for newer Apple tech (new to me).
So I've been to the Apple store and have tried on the Ultra and SS Series 8. I'm a big fan of the steel link bracelet and still have an old one with my Series 0 (but it's stretched out a lot and is very shiny due to polishing, so might need a new one).
My watch is for desk diving only and I will pay for the best materials for looks and durability. Battery life isn't a big concern as I will charge every night along with my phone.
My wrist can pull off the Ultra and I'm drawn to its size and industrial look but I have strong concerns over its durability against dents and scuffs having seen some photos of such damage (especially around the raised bezel) - I'm prone to hitting my wrist on desk and door edges, this is why I need sapphire. It looks like the bezel dents a little too easily as it's a hard edge. The store didn't have the link bracelet to try with the Ultra so I don't know if they pair well looks-wise. I can't help but think the Ultra straps are far too expensive for what they are.
The Series 8 should have been the easy choice but looked a little small and feminine when compared to my Series 0 due to the curved glass and rounded case style, especially after wearing the Ultra. My S0 looks a little more industrial due to its rectangular design. But with the SS I know I can polish out scuffs and scratches easily and with the rounded design, any hits on hard edges will likely glide. It also blends seamlessly with the SS link bracelet and my favourite watch to date was my SS S0 for comfort and features.
Looking at Amazon I can see the S7 SS is £200 less than the S8 and I'm reading the consensus is leaning towards there being little difference between the S7 and S8. Do I save some money today but lose a year of updates later?
This has me thinking the standard AW might be the smarter ruled-by-the-head choice over the ruled-by-heart Ultra. Second guessing myself over the Ultra because it is a new design so it might just be this that is drawing me, and even though it is titanium, once marked it will likely stay this way. The S7/8 is the standard so I shouldn't have regrets buying one, even if placing the order with an SS link bracelet puts it over the cost of the Ultra, I'm just not sure I really like the look.
I have options and cannot decide. Any thoughts to help me along?
I said I wouldn't be back after the death of my SS S0, but I'm wanting an Apple watch again. My 7 Plus has finally kicked the bucket and I've been forced to an iPhone 11 (long story, PWM issues, won't repeat here) but surprisingly it's actually pretty good and I'm excited once again for newer Apple tech (new to me).
So I've been to the Apple store and have tried on the Ultra and SS Series 8. I'm a big fan of the steel link bracelet and still have an old one with my Series 0 (but it's stretched out a lot and is very shiny due to polishing, so might need a new one).
My watch is for desk diving only and I will pay for the best materials for looks and durability. Battery life isn't a big concern as I will charge every night along with my phone.
My wrist can pull off the Ultra and I'm drawn to its size and industrial look but I have strong concerns over its durability against dents and scuffs having seen some photos of such damage (especially around the raised bezel) - I'm prone to hitting my wrist on desk and door edges, this is why I need sapphire. It looks like the bezel dents a little too easily as it's a hard edge. The store didn't have the link bracelet to try with the Ultra so I don't know if they pair well looks-wise. I can't help but think the Ultra straps are far too expensive for what they are.
The Series 8 should have been the easy choice but looked a little small and feminine when compared to my Series 0 due to the curved glass and rounded case style, especially after wearing the Ultra. My S0 looks a little more industrial due to its rectangular design. But with the SS I know I can polish out scuffs and scratches easily and with the rounded design, any hits on hard edges will likely glide. It also blends seamlessly with the SS link bracelet and my favourite watch to date was my SS S0 for comfort and features.
Looking at Amazon I can see the S7 SS is £200 less than the S8 and I'm reading the consensus is leaning towards there being little difference between the S7 and S8. Do I save some money today but lose a year of updates later?
This has me thinking the standard AW might be the smarter ruled-by-the-head choice over the ruled-by-heart Ultra. Second guessing myself over the Ultra because it is a new design so it might just be this that is drawing me, and even though it is titanium, once marked it will likely stay this way. The S7/8 is the standard so I shouldn't have regrets buying one, even if placing the order with an SS link bracelet puts it over the cost of the Ultra, I'm just not sure I really like the look.
I have options and cannot decide. Any thoughts to help me along?
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