30 Day No iPhone Challenge - Apple Watch SE

[@DanielPvb4]

I have been using the Ultra as my phone for the last 2 weeks and its been amazing!! The larger screen, the mic and speakers, battery life... Amazing.

[@ShervinShares]

🙌🙌

[@adityabhujbal6891]

Yo, Fstoppers speaks the truth. He just made an actual eye-opener

[@BrendonCamm]

You are such a legend. Fantastic idea, great execution. Thank you for another banger of a Kofuzi original!

[@kofuzi]

thanks Brendon!

[@adityabhujbal6891]

Yeah, noone has or ever could do it better

[@timetorunchannel]

I love the Apple Watch. I’ve been using them since the 1st gen. However, after this latest WatchOS update missing Power/watts on the Series 5 I’ve begun to look at my options for different watches. Case in point. Right now I’m going to hop over to your Polar Pacer Pro video👍🏻Appreciate you Ko!

[@elliegrimes7712]

I got this Apple Watch earlier this year as a present, and I’ll admit next time I’m going back to garmin, and I still use an old garmin to track my runs. The plus side though is the screen. Much nicer to look at.

[@seanmarshallmusic]

Sounds like u are using the Shure MV7 for narration here, and let me tell you, this is your nicest vocal sound to date Ko. Oh yeah cool experiment w the phone lol

[@kofuzi]

I love this microphone

[@Martha-fluterunner]

I noticed the great voice acoustic from the first second. Now the “other Kofamzi musician” has corroborated that immediate impression!

[@mIkAsan81]

Great experiment and review! You sure convinced me to keep using my Polar. 😅

[@joyaclub]

Interesting, as I was looking at getting the affordable SE for running. It may suffice as I don't run as much as you do. Although the FR255 is also on my radar.

[@trummscott]

The whole confusion on gps lock on smartwatches can be annoying. I went from a garmin watch to a polar watch. I had to look it up to figure out if the watch had found its gps signal. I feel garmin has that part the most ease of use going for the brand plus other features.

[@kofuzi]

Polar changes color from red to green when it locks in. I think it also switches from flashing to solid.

[@whelgermono]

I wonder if the $800 Apple Watch Ultra solved those battery charging issues of the regular Apple Watch. And yes me too I still like button style, instead of touch screen. To save battery of my watch while running the Chicago Marathon, I did turned off notification on some of the apps that I don't usually use and uninstall some apps which I barely use, and also disable Siri. with GPS turned on, after the race I still have 35% battery.

[@kofuzi]

the thing with battery anxiety (or any anxiety) is that it's not always rational. so while it might be just fine, I think I've just had so many poor experiences with apple watches, especially when running in below-freezing temperatures, that I'm just not sure I would be able to enjoy it. this, overall, was a quite positive experience though, so maybe I've rounded a corner.

[@Formerly-known-as-Steve]

Interesting , just sorted a cellular plan for a series 7. I’ve thought about listening to your livestreams live on the watch while running using the “watchtube” app.

[@DeeKay1911]

Amazing to try this challenge - I would actually try it for a week I think. You have some points I agree on, as a LONG time Apple Watch user and avid runner: The GPS lock thing, has now been activated as a feature on my new Apple Watch Ultra, which is great, but its software so there shouldn't be a limitation for it to come to the other models? Battery life etc. is a great update on the Ultra, so that is worth it alone, but device is just overall a great upgrade

[@tonylangridge3003]

I have the SE great for swimming and walking but no iPhone replacement

[@ShervinShares]

Damn!!! I’ve been wanting to do a challenge like this

[@matthiassventoest6800]

but you did.., or food I not see your video correctly

[@ShervinShares]

@@matthiassventoest6800 not the full 30 days!

[@sebestianjo1371]

Love your real life experience as a runner on the watch

[@blackbelt2000]

Kofuzi: "....which required me to go inside the station and actually talk to a human being" Station Employee: 😢

[@kofuzi]

she was super nice, but I did end up interrupting a conversation she was having with a regular

[@ramirezsmith9791]

Apple Watch ultra!!!!

[@DanielPvb4]

Iv had mine for 2 weeks now and its been amazing! Been leaving my phone at hom every day!

[@kofuzi]

I don't think the bigger battery life will resolve the battery issues I have with this watch. but I will eventually test the ultra once it gets proper cold and nasty here

[@DanielPvb4]

@@kofuzi Id like to see what results you get! I went on a 10 miles run, while streaming music off of LTE AND took two calls during the run and it only ate up 10% battery. Iv been impressed so far.

[@Kaisersozze]

The title remind me of a quote from Forgetting Sarah Marshall. "I quit wearing a watch when I moved out here (Hawaii)...my cell phone has a clock on it so I don't really need it".

[@kofuzi]

trying to see if the Speed 3 will mellow out if I use it only for shorter runs

[@Kaisersozze]

@@kofuzi Interesting, lets hope.

[@michaeldrake9973]

If you want verified GPS connection, longer battery and prefer buttons, maybe shoulda tried the Ultra? How would this challenge go using just a Garmin?

[@kofuzi]

the difficulty in keeping up with podcasts and the complete lack of audiobook options on the Garmin 255 Music would be maddening

[@michaeltanel3815]

@@kofuzi Wait, Garmin music watches don't work with podcasts?!

[@charriso]

This was super helpful. I’d been debating getting an Apple Watch as my next running watch but I think I’ll be sticking with Garmin. Battery life would kill me.

[@kashmoney428ableable]

This is awesome timing! Lately I’ve been contemplating getting the Apple Watch ultra and ditch the phone. But as a runner, I was concerned about the battery life. Think I’ll stick to garmin until apple drastically increases battery life

[@ndubs360ify]

You should check out the Light Phone 2. It is dumb enough that you don’t scroll all the time and smart enough with GPS directions, podcasts, and music. It also has a slick E-ink display.

[@matthiassventoest6800]

been waiting for this challenge. I can never leave my phone at home.., and the job site, would definitely frown upon me trying to only use my watch.., so I am here just to see how the SE (2022) performs.

[@Carlosediaz543]

This was such a good review

[@kh1474]

Wonder if the ultra is a better and more capable stand alone option?

[@jsg8495]

Mike, what’s the brand of the trail running shirt you had on? 4:07

[@sum182bob]

Way to mix it up! Looking forward to different content like this in the future!

[@weswanders]

Definitely a very novel take on the "Apple Watch for Runners?!?!" genre. For the last few years I absolutely agreed, a Fenix or Forerunner was by far the superior choice for consistent running - you can just forget about charging, whereas with the standard Apple Watch you're taking a full-time job of babysitting the battery. I will say that has changed with my AW Ultra - it's still not the "plug-it-in-once-in-a-while" experience of a Fenix, but having 2+ days of battery life instead of one is a massive increase. The fast charging cable is a must. I consistently get my watch topped up when I shower in the morning after a run or if I'm at my desk for a stray hour or so (charging from ~60% after 24 hours of heavy use instead of 30% on the S6) Charging is much quicker and way less burdensome. I haven't touched my Garmin in a month, I've gone for hikes and long runs without my phone, and I like having the more fluid UI and day-to-day smartwatch features of the Apple Watch. I suspect in a couple of years this battery gap will narrow even further. All that said - I also hate that Workout app font, and I use WorkOutDoors when I can.

[@kofuzi]

WorkOutDoors is still one of my favorite apps. Still just so touch interface dependent though. I need my buttons, I guess.

[@NoName13636]

Bro writed a whole book for such a small answer💀🎉🎉

[@LucasH567]

Thanks Mike! I appreciate the “test”! as someone that hates how much I use my phone, I have been debating out getting an Apple Watch cellular, so I can occasionally leave the phone at home. Nice to know, that for the most part, the watch can replace the phone for most tasks.

[@kofuzi]

right now, I just try to keep it out of my pockets. that goes a long way.

[@GyulaJentetics]

Great info thank you for sharing 😊😊

[@maheshbabu-fj3tx]

you can connect your bluetooth on the watch to your sound system

[@svebu2320]

Interesting challenge! Regarding the AW: I am using it since 8 month for running with the Stryd pod and it works IMHO nearly perfect. Ok, in that combination the AW itself works as a display only, but the Stryd app is really good. But one fact regarding the AW is annoying me: in colder days I would like to wear the watch on a longsleeve or on shield arm warmers and NOT directly on the skin of my arm. In these cases I always have to enter the passcode on the AW when I want to read any data of the watch. That really sucks. I hoped that the always on display would help but it didn't. At least not for me!? Have you any ideas? Cheers Sven

[@kofuzi]

as far as I know, there is no solution for that. and wearing it on top of sleeve would cost you HR, unless you also had an external HR monitor. there are times where I have to re-enter my passcode in the middle of a run, even when temps are warm and I have no sleeves

[@MedicineRunner]

Dope video man. See you brought the endo speeds back out for another chance. Still hot spots?

[@kofuzi]

less of an issue if I keep either the effort level chill or the distance low

[@matthiassventoest6800]

well done presentation, as per usually. quality work. so this watch remains a maybe.., but most likely a probably not.., and wait for ultra ….2

[@chriscarpunky]

Have you tested the Enduro 2? I have the Epix and the Enduro 2 but can’t decide between which one.

[@kofuzi]

I have not tried that watch

[@devil2.02]

What happened if i setup my apple watch lte version with friend phone and after disconnect from phone ..will it work as standalone device.. I don't want any notifications only make calls and track running activities..

[@kofuzi]

I anticipate that it will be annoying periodically

[@richardrankin7488]

The touch screen is an aggravation in the winter months or when it is very rainy. Other than that it is a great watch for running.

[@kofuzi]

sometimes, when under a sleeve, the apple watch has a mind of its own and just starts registering all sorts of button presses. very annoying

[@youn4797]

What earbuds have you been using and recommend for running?

[@kofuzi]

I've been using beats fit pro ever since my jabra elite 85t died

[@youn4797]

@@kofuzi Thanks for the reply! Really appreciate it 😄

[@BRS07]

Hey Mike I would like to know about ring you wear

[@kofuzi]

silicone ring from enso. my wedding ring does not fit anymore and I don't want to resize it. it's safely stored away at home so I don't lose it while running

[@BabaDeyTri]

Interesting video. Thanks for the "research" and content.

[@kofuzi]

thanks for watching. hopefully, this was more entertaining than a standard Apple Watch for runners review

[@hilarioochoa9460]

Will you be reviewing the Iwatch Ultra?

[@kofuzi]

Eventually

[@GotDamBoi]

I love the idea of using an Apple Watch as my running watch but I just don't think i'd use it enough to warrant that kind of purchase. All I really do is use my garmin for runs, notifications and time

[@tungvu]

Why would Apple ever want to create a smartwatch that could exist without an iPhone. Having the cellular version of the Apple Watch like you have, I enjoy leaving my phone at home. However, it is buggy. More than a few times, my wife would call and it wouldn't go through. She'd have to text and then I have to turn cellular off and back on to ensure I receive calls. Kinda defeats having the cellular version for emergency or urgent matters. Hope Apple fixes that.

[@LuisBecerra79]

😂🤣😂 “buying a ticket from a human being” Oh my!! I better upgrade my IPhone 7 if a want a Apple Watch. But yet again, I’m a fan of the iPhone but not really of the watch. When a battery lasts as long as a garmin, coros etc then I might consider it. Great review as always Ko 👍🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@kofuzi]

sometimes, that kind of human interaction is cumbersome or even daunting

[@LuisBecerra79]

@@kofuzi I totally understand. That’s how I feel whenever I have to do something in any government office here in México 🇲🇽😆😆

[@friedi3212]

Just a hint 😀 You can connect the Apple Watch directly with your stereo in your car using Bluetooth. I do the same and listen to podcasts from the watch.

[@kofuzi]

my car didn't like it

[@adriengoux]

I reduce my phone screen from 4+h to less than 1h a month ago, and it's the best thing I've done for mental health since a long time. At home, my phone is charging on a counter, or in a drawer. If I receive a call, my watch tells me. No more phone in the bed room. No more social media or youtube on the phone. It takes few weeks to stop the urge to check the phone all the time. At night, if I have an idea, I tell Siri to add it to the reminder app. My current carrier does not support Apple Watch e-sim, unfortunately. I use Ways while driving (not often), so my screen time is bumped to few hours for a day. but that's all.

[@kofuzi]

great tips

[@JK-zn7hl]

Isn't Ultra a better choice for active people? SE is the bare minimum.

[@kofuzi]

that's what makes it a tougher challenge

[@JK-zn7hl]

@@kofuzi Oh I see. Still, you might wanna try Ultra to get a better result.

[@GodBlezzAmerica]

Shoutout metra ☝️☝️💯

[@flyvanguard24]

Glad that phone use is more mindful it sounds like!

[@kofuzi]

that's really the whole point of this challenge

[@GodBlezzAmerica]

Hell yeah bro shoutout metra Chicago land suburbs represent lmao

[@mannygomez2776]

Apple watch needs to improve that battery life!

[@hahavans]

Love u, Mike.

[@kofuzi]

I know

[@atalk143]

11:02 Caption this 😁

[@Stentordoc]

Loved this different style of video. I watched the whole thing, even tho I’m #garmin4life

[@kofuzi]

thanks! it was a different level of work, but I enjoyed the end result

[@darylbalatibat4923]

The only downside is Battery :(

[@EvilTeacher34]

Mexican Greetings! Why not just use both? Sadly I have a work and a life phone...Life is iPhone and Work is Android...Garmin to my work phone and Apple watch (gift) to the iPhone :) I look weird...Who cares :)

[@kofuzi]

before getting the new Apple Watch SE, I would regularly run with a running watch and the Apple Watch series 4 for emergency text and podcast/audiobook/music

[@내맘이야-u9e]

Yo!

[@iputuoka2707]

Yo.. I'm out

[@HowIsThat69]

Easy Challenge, I’ve never had an iPhone 😂

[@Burps___]

This is a Cellular Apple Watch SE that Kofuzi is reviewing, including the poor battery life, right? With full-time cellular activated, right?