Apple Watch – Page 9

The Ultimate Cuff for Apple Watch and Fitbit Charge 2

There are a variety of bands available from Apple for their Watch and an even bigger variety of bands from third-party vendors. It seems that most of the third-party bands are simply lower-priced variations of the Apple offerings, though. If you’re looking for a Watch band that is different and perhaps more stylish than anything you’ve seen thus far, take a look at the offerings from The Ultimate Cuff. These metal cuff bands are available in 14K gold plate, 14K rose gold plate, and silver rhodium and are sized to fit the 38mm or 42mm Apple Watch Series 1, 2, and 3. Prices range from $98 – $142 for the Apple Watch. There are also a couple of Cuffs for the Fitbit Charge 2.

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Tagged: Activity tracker, Apple Watch

The Ultimate Cuff for Apple Watch and Fitbit Charge 2 originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on November 6, 2017 at 8:00 am.

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(Hopefully) the third time is the charm: Apple Watch Series 3 review

The title says it all… I’ve purchased both the Series 1 and Series 2 Apple Watches, taking them both back within Apple’s no-questions-asked return window. Each time going into the relationship starry-eyed and hopeful. But ultimately determining that I didn’t need Apple’s smartwatch or I missed my old school timepieces. Well, oops I’ve done it again, the Series 3 was calling my name and I finally gave in and pulled the trigger. For this write-up, I won’t be diving very deep into the specs (that’s all over the Net) but more into the experience as an old (emphasis on Old…) time watch guy who loves tech gear and fitness.

I find that as I near 50, my workouts have become less frequent and not nearly as epic as back in the day. While I stay in decent shape, old age is winning. It is my hope that an Apple Watch will help stem the tide and enable me to raise the bar. Being an AR number cruncher, I find the real-time data a smartwatch gives me both nagging and motivating.

After getting over the hump of whether or not to buy a Series 3, the next question is which Apple Watch would satisfy me the most. As I said, I am a long time watch guy. While (a bit) unnecessary in today’s world of smartphones, I enjoy the feel/heft of a timepiece on my wrist. The aluminum and glass Apple Watch always felt a bit light to me, lacking the weight I have come to prefer. So, long story short, I decided to splurge and get the stainless steel black sport Apple Watch with sapphire glass screen. The stainless steel watch is only available with LTE, which I don’t know if I’d have chosen if given the choice. But overall, I walked away with little to no regrets, that deep down I know I would have if I had purchased the base model.

I have benched my classic timepieces and been using the Apple Watch for a few weeks. It really has motivated me to do more. In my hectic life, I find myself walking the stairs in my building more, hopping on the elliptical more often before settling down for dinner, and most importantly…finding the time/energy/motivation to run more.

Theoretically, any smartwatch could do this for you (or better yet sheer willpower) but our family lives in the Apple ecosystem and the Apple Watch only adds to the seamlessness of that world. The watch makes an excellent companion for all my Apple devices from my iPhone to my MacBooks. WatchOS 4.0 and built-in LTE has definitely improved the smartwatch experience making the latest Apple Watch as close to an iPhone on your wrist (or Dick Tracy) that you can get these days. There are several LTE enabled Android/Tisen watches on the market but they’re bulky and lack the refinement of the Apple Watch.

Well, long story short, I’m keeping the Apple Watch Series 3 for the following reasons: refinement, material/build quality, enhanced Apple ecosystem experience, and added motivation. I’m still up in the air about activating T-Mobile LTE on it but I’ll continue to ponder the usability and potential impact on battery life (which I currently find stellar, with 75% power remaining on a typical day and more than 50% on a running & streaming music day). Overall, I truly like the watch and have promised myself I won’t look back or wear my other watches till I lose 10 pounds and hopefully rekindle my workout mojo. Wish me luck …

Source: The sample for this review was purchased with my own funds. Please visit their apple.com for more info.

Product Information

Price:	$649
Manufacturer:	Apple
Pros:	Excellent material/build quality Best smartwatch OS to date Enhanced Apple ecosystem experience Great motivational tool Built-in LTE
Cons:	Expensive

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Tagged: Apple Watch, Smartwatch, Watches and Clocks

(Hopefully) the third time is the charm: Apple Watch Series 3 review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 29, 2017 at 10:23 am.

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Casetify Magnetic Apple Watch band review

I recently went thru my Apple Watch Band collection and one thing really stood out, all the bands I own are either black, grey or a combination of the two. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, however, I felt the need to add a little color to my collection. Casetify’s Magnetic Apple Watch band allowed me to do that in a simple and stylish way.

I was given a choice to review several different styles of Casetify Apple Watch bands. The reason I chose this particular band was its magnetic loop design. No more fussing with snaps or buckles. The band simply loops around your wrist. I chose the blue band because it’s my favorite color. But if you don’t like blue there are three other colors to choose from. They include red, black and grey. And the price is a reasonable $50.

The Casetify Magnetic Apple Watch band arrived packaged in a nice white box. Inside the band was nicely displayed on a velvet cushion and there was even a nice “Thank You for your purchase” card inside.

Attaching the band to the Apple Watch is easy. Using the bands built in adaptor simply slide the band into the Apple Watch until it clicks into place. It also makes it easy to quickly switch to another band.

Once on, the band’s seamless design makes it very comfortable to wear. It’s lightweight, soft and comfortable against my skin, definitely designed for all-day wear. The band’s magnet is surprisingly strong, it never felt like it was going to come undone or fall off my wrist.

The loop design allows you to adjust the band to precisely fit your wrist. Perfect for when you’re in a rush to put on and take off your watch. And since there are no snaps or buckles the band lays flat against your wrist, giving it a clean elevated look. Perfect to wear for just about any occasion.

Casetify doesn’t specify what the band is actually made of, but it does do a very good job of mimicking the look and feel of genuine leather. My only concern with it not being leather is how well the band will wear over time.

I really like the Casetify Magnetic Apple Watch band. It’s truly one of the most comfortable Apple Watch bands I’ve ever used. The combination of its simple, yet luxurious looks and the ease of the magnetic loop design make it a great Apple Watch band. Plus it injected just a little bit of color into my otherwise drab Apple Watch Band collection. Thank you Casetify.

The Casetify Magnetic Apple Watch Band is designed to precisely fit both the 38mm and 42mm Apple Watch and is available for $50 through casetify.com.

Source: The sample for this review was provided by Casetify. Please visit their site for more info and to purchase.

Product Information

Price:	$50
Manufacturer:	casetify
Pros:	Lightweight Comfortable Versatile Easy to put on and take off
Cons:	Not genuine leather

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Tagged: Apple Watch

Casetify Magnetic Apple Watch band review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 23, 2017 at 9:05 am.

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Rhinoband Rhino Runner is like a tank for your Apple Watch

I’ve posted on this before: I don’t (yet) own an Apple Watch. When they were first released, I thought they looked very stylish but delicate, and I felt that I’d be afraid to engage in the types of heavy-duty fitness and other activities that I tend to favor. But as usual, 3rd-party companies have stepped in to solve this. The latest product that makes me think that an Apple Watch might be nearer in my future than I’d initially thought is the Rhino Runner by Rhinobands.

An upgrade from the standard, all-silicone Rhino Band, the Rhino Runner features multiple layers of protection, including 3 layers of shock protection as well as an optional built-in screen protector. Rhino Runner effectively encases your Apple Watch in a Tony Stark-like suit of armor. Of course, this is excellent, but what I like the best thing about the Rhino Runner is that it resembles my beloved G-Shock watches that I wore for years. The Rhino Runner is available for pre-order in Black (pictured), Green, Tan, White and Red colors for $34.99 base model and $39.99 including the screen protector option. Visit rhinoband.com for more info or to preorder.

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Tagged: Apple Watch, watch, Watches and Clocks

Rhinoband Rhino Runner is like a tank for your Apple Watch originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 18, 2017 at 10:08 am.

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Bucardo makes covers that turn your Apple Watch into a pocket watch

I love watches, but I hate wearing them. And now that I carry a smartphone in my pocket almost 24/7, I don’t really need to wear a watch on my wrist. But if for some reason I did need to carry a dedicated watch, I would consider a pocket watch because like I already said, I hate wearing a watch. If you feel the same way about wearing watches but are very tempted by the Apple Watch, you might want to consider turning it into a pocket watch with a cover from Bucardo.

Bucardo makes high-end covers for Apple Watch series 1 through 3 that are made of stainless steel and gold-plated stainless steel.

The covers attach to the Apple Watch where the bands attach. The cover protects the watch’s display while it’s in your pocket.

Bucardo pocket watch covers are available in a couple different styles and are priced from $119.40 to $219.00 depending on the style. Visit www.bucardo.com and Amazon for more info.

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Tagged: Apple Watch, Watches and Clocks

Bucardo makes covers that turn your Apple Watch into a pocket watch originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 15, 2017 at 3:16 pm.

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