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Talk me out of getting an Apple Watch
I’m considering an Apple Watch. Just the “SE” one, because it’s significantly cheaper and does not lose out on many functions versus the “proper” one.
The problem is I like my traditional watches too much and would never want to stop wearing those.
Would it look silly wearing a normal watch on one’s left wrist and an Apple Watch on one’s right wrist?
I would never entertain wearing 2 normal watches at once as I wouldn’t want to look like a wannabe rap star but I wonder if you could get away with it if one is more of a fitness tracker?
If it helps: I never wear short sleeves. Due to my issues, I am always wearing long sleeves even in summer. I try to keep my watch covered, however sometimes they do pop out if I forget or reach for something etc.
Looking forward to hearing your honest comments.
I won’t be offended.
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DJ 66Mustang has got a certain ring to it ...
I can't see anything wrong with wearing one on both hands ... my kids wouldn't be without their android ones. Not for me, but I can see the convenience side of them ... paying at shops, reading messages etc
Go for it
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Beaver79 Community member, Community Co-Production Group, Scope Member Posts: 21,477 Disability GamechangerOptionsHi @66Mustang If it would make you happy and you can afford it, go for it. Nothing wrong with wearing one on each hand.
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From what I see most people myself included use their mobiles as a watch, personally I have thick wrist and find it very difficult to get a wrist watch to fit2024 The year of the general election...the time for change is coming 💡
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I have an Apple Watch and I love it. If you want to wear a watch on each hand then you should do what you want.
It’s useful for reading texts and sometimes I’ll use it to pay for things while out, if I forget my purse.I would appreciate it if members wouldn't tag me please. I have all notifcations turned off and wouldn't want a member thinking i'm being rude by not replying.If i see a question that i know the answer to i will try my best to help. -
I don't personally use one @66Mustang but my daughter does and loves hers. If it's something you want go for it
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Dooooooooooooooooon't do it, all you need to do to tell the time is carry a stick with you, find some dirt (mud), plant the stick into the ground, then guess the time, if it's wrong have a handful of excuses ready.
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Thanks very much all for all the responses including the amusing ones.
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I've umm'd and aaah'd over getting an Apple Watch too @66Mustang
I agree that if it is something you want and you feel the added features in comparison to a normal watch would benefit you, then why not
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@Hannah_Scope what put you off getting one, out of curiosity?
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I ended up needing a new phone, so had to put the money towards thatHannah - She / Her
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Fun fact - Richard E Grant always wears two watches.
I wouldn't worry about what other people think of it. If you'd find the Apple Watch useful then I'd say go for it! -
I have an Apple Watch, a very useful tool and I can no longer see myself without one. It does do it’s job in keeping me motivated!
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Thanks all!
@OverlyAnxious - I did know that, but thanks for sharing! He always has one set to his home country - somewhere in Africa I believe?
Fidel Castro always used to wear 2 Rolexes...on the same wrist! Setting a good example as a communist leader......!
I know Neil Armstrong always used to wear 2 watches too but when you have been to the moon you can do what you want by me lol -
Have you decided @66Mustang
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@Sandy_123 yes I have decided that I think I will treat myself to one. I will be going into the city next week to try the 2 sizes on and see which is the best fit!
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Good for you @66Mustang it's because your worth it.
I'm aright just a little under the weather with a sore throat -
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@66Mustang
Hi I hope you’re good I miss you on the morning thread. I hope you’ll be back soon.
Back to the Apple Watch I personally don’t have one, but my son and daughter do and they love them, they say they couldn’t be without them.
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My dad uses an apple watch, personally i'm an android guy. One of the things that impressed me was the fall detection built in. If it detects a hard fall it will vibrate and then sound an alarm. If you don't acknowledge it and it detects no movement within a minute, it will automatically call emergency services and share your location with them.
When the call ends, it will send your emergency contacts a text message with your current location, unless you choose to cancel. It will then continue to send them texts informing them of your location.
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