Talk me out of getting an Apple Watch

66Mustang

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.

WelshBlue

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 

66Mustang

Ha ha

Thanks @WelshBlue

poppy123456

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. 

Sandy_123

I don't personally use one @66Mustang but my daughter does and loves hers. If it's something you want go for it

rebel11

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.
  

66Mustang

Thanks very much all for all the responses including the amusing ones.  

Hannah_Alumni

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

66Mustang

@Hannah_Scope what put you off getting one, out of curiosity?

Hannah_Alumni

I ended up needing a new phone, so had to put the money towards that

OverlyAnxious

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!

bg844

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!

66Mustang

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

Sandy_123

Have you decided @66Mustang

66Mustang

@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!

Hope you are well at the moment

Sandy_123

Good for you @66Mustang it's because your worth it.
I'm aright just a little under the weather with a sore throat

66Mustang

Hope you feel better soon @Sandy_123

I hope it's not the start of a cold.

Lou67

@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.
Go for it why not. 

Take care ❤️

Cyhyraeth

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.  

L_Volunteer

I have an Apple watch @66Mustang! I treated it to myself in February for my birthday and I love it. As a fitness-only thing though, I am just wondering, have you looked into Fitbits? They are even cheaper again because they don't have all the functionality of an Apple watch (which you don't need if you are not using it for that!). However, if you want an Apple watch, I say go for it 

66Mustang

Thank you for the suggestion @L_Volunteer, I hope you are enjoying your Apple Watch.  

Also thanks for the suggestion to save me a but of money. I did look into FitBit as a cheaper option as I know they measure steps but I don't know if they tell you how many calories you burnt in the day? The Apple Watch tells you how many "resting" calories and how many "active" calories you burnt.

I must admit the battery life of the FitBit appeals, because the Apple needs charging every day.