I Got Rid Of My Apple Watch

[@alf3553]

I’ve had my Apple Watch series 6 since Christmas 2020. What features do I use. - I like to have access to the music that’s playing - I use it for weather info - I use it at the stores to tap - I will glance at it for a text message, but don’t like trying to reply with it - I will answer a phone call if it’s important but not a fan of using it for that - I use the timer feature when cooking - alarm feature when needed What I don’t like - the constant charging Would I buy another one… No I don’t think I would. I’ve looked at the Garmin & would probably go with a solar version just to give me more time between charges.

[@EDCQ]

@@alf3553 I’m with you 100%. So many excellent features!!!! Sucky battery!!!!

[@kathleensmith370]

Im still stuck with the apple watch and looking forward to a new model. I like to be able to control my phone alarms and messages. I understand what you mean about the battery though. I have an automatic watch attached to my pouch

[@EDCQ]

@@kathleensmith370 I’m with you. I have no doubt I’ll have an Apple Watch down the road again. But that battery life is wearing me down.

[@enriquediaz7547]

I just used my Apple Watch this morning at 5:am as a “flashlight” (with its red light screen) (also came in handy while camping looking around the tent at night). I sleep with mine & it tracks my sleep. I do use the Ultra… so longer battery life. I would reconsider an Apple Watch *but* have convenient Apple Watch charging everywhere (battery banks with Apple Watch charging, fast charging, nightstand charging, etc).

[@EDCQ]

@@enriquediaz7547 this is definitely a solid option. I’m in the Apple ecosystem and the Ultra would increase battery life.

[@MotleyMattila]

I love the thumbnail photo on this video! Keep rawkin’!

[@EDCQ]

@@MotleyMattila thank you so much!!!!

[@bayoujd]

Much respect. I am in the Apple ecosystem as well and though I am too bored with its aesthetics i love the connectivity and having my data seamlessly available on all my devices. Excited to see what route you take

[@EverydayEvan]

I've never owned a smart watch. I'm way too old fashioned. I wear a regular ol analog watch. I mean, all I need it for is to tell me what time it is. Love that red Carhartt T-shirt!

[@EDCQ]

@@EverydayEvan Love an analog watch. Although I’m the crazy person who wears 2 watches 🤦‍♀️. Thank you!!! My newest carhartt, I’m loving it!!!

[@abri_elf]

I use a cheapy $30 off brand watch that I got of ebay lol! It is actually pretty accurate and works well. It connects to my iphone, can make calls and do texts. It counts my steps, sleep tracking and all the health functions. It works well for me and is enough. With a tight budget, I haven't felt the need to spend the extra money on an actual apple watch or other higher name brand, but still get a lot of use out of my cheapy one. I wear it everywhere, even while working around the farm, doing projects, whatever without stress of it getting broken, because if that did happen, it wouldn't cost a lot to replace. My suggestion would be to do a lot of research. (I know it sucks and is time consuming, but worth it) Look carefully at the features of each watch and what it provides to find the one that most fits your needs.

[@EDCQ]

@@abri_elf this is an excellent point! Technology has definitely advanced and an expensive watch doesn’t necessarily mean it’s needed for me. You’ve given me something to think about. Thank you!!!! Doing some more research!

[@abri_elf]

@@EDCQ You're welcome! Good luck! Hope you find one that fits your needs well!

[@EDCQ]

@@abri_elf thank you!!!

[@1977NOBODY]

The Apple Watch Ultra is my go to….The new one should be out before the end of the year. My Apple Watch Ultra battery last me 3 days on one charge. I’m probably never going to use any other smart watch👍🏻The fitness tracking is phenomenal on there…I love the hiking features you you can also set waypoints to find your way back. There are rumors that the new watches this year will have bp monitoring and sleep apnea detection feature.

[@EDCQ]

@@1977NOBODY 3 days!!!! Wow, that’s not bad at all. I might really have to look into the Ultra or wait for the new one to come out. Thank you for the info!!!

[@roundpaw]

I sold my Apple watch too and haven’t missed it. My new combo is an old school mechanical tool watch, and the Samsung ring. Doesn’t sound like that would suit your notification needs but the sleep tracking has been decent so far

[@EDCQ]

@@roundpaw I will look into the Samsung ring, I haven’t heard of it. Thank you!!!

[@chryseass.5143]

Try not having a "smart watch" at all. I think people are becoming too dependent on all of these "helpful" devices.

[@EDCQ]

@@chryseass.5143 I go back and forth between wanting to be very disconnected and wanting to be connected. I wish I could pick a side and stick with it.

[@bills.2214]

I think you should continue without a smart watch. I use a solar-atomic G-Shock. It's a set and forget watch. Mine has a digital display, and it has to have clear, easily readable day and date. I also need to see the seconds, becaue I work in medical field. I stick with G-Shock because I know I don't have to baby the watch, or pause to remember I have a watch on my wrist and prevent damaging it.

[@EDCQ]

@@bills.2214 I love this so much!

[@thomasevans8784]

Try the garmin instinct 2

[@EDCQ]

@@thomasevans8784 that watch looks so cool. And an insane battery life for a smart watch.

[@TheSpecter1975]

Garmin all the way. I have a Fenix 6x Sapphire and it serves me well.

[@EDCQ]

@@TheSpecter1975 that watch is soooo tempting! I have been thinking about a solar Fenix 6.

[@pbrock669]

Apple Watch Ultra 2 would be my recommendation. If you are out and about and if you happen to fall it can call emergency services if you can’t get to your phone or speak get the cellular data is the best. I have the Apple Watch Ultra first generation.

[@EDCQ]

@@pbrock669 definitely back on my list to think about. Thank you!!!

[@pbrock669]

@@EDCQ your very welcome

[@TBEDC]

Get a smart watch..to not use the available technology makes no sense..unless you think the aliens are monitoring you through your watch 😂

[@EDCQ]

@@TBEDC 😂😂😂 Watch out for the aliens!!!

[@RustyShackleford-gl1vi]

I just use a barebones G Shock. I have no interest in an apple watch

[@EDCQ]

@@RustyShackleford-gl1vi gotta love a good ole G Shock!!!! Wear like a tank!

[@RustyShackleford-gl1vi]

@@EDCQ I’m on my third battery now. It does everything I want it to. I did tell my kids though when I get old I might get an Apple Watch because they make jokes about life Alert.

[@va6gkthaskey311]

The best thing I ever did was to ditch the "smart" technology as much as possible. Basic phone no apps analog watch (pocket watch) in my case. This way there are no distractions other than the ones I want. If I want KZbin or other social media I have to make an effort and get a tablet or a laptop. Easier to avoid social media in the mornings and evenings to give the mind a break. Yet I still have a phone nearby if need be. Mentally it has made a huge difference!! As a bonus I am twice if not more productive!!!

[@DrDennis]

Don’t have one Don’t need one

[@EDCQ]

@@DrDennis I’m seriously heading that way… why do I need to be that connected? Maybe I don’t . Freedom from some technology might be nice

[@johnnyr701]

Skip it. Too attached to these devises. Too many distractions like what you’re doing now. I’m sure you’d rather been doing something else. Have a regular watch for time….simplify

[@EDCQ]

@@johnnyr701 I might just do this. Sure would be less connected. More in the moment.