Poll: *** The official Apple Watch Series 8 thread (it can detect when you crash your car and everything!) ***

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The new Apple Watch 8 has been announced, including the new Ultra model.



Are you going to get one?

I have to say, the Ultra intrigues me despite saying I won’t be changing mine this year. I like chunky watches so would have to see one in person before I make an absolute final decision but I've voted "no" in the poll.

 

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or could give real time readings

I wonder if it will, it would be surprising if there isn't an option for that.

Class lawsuit anyone against Apple for sexism by allowing the temperature sensor to be used for cycle tracking but not for anything else?

 

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I suspect it's a medical thing, the sensor isn't approved for medical use so it'll be a 'guide' only and not certified.

 

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I got rid of my series 7 as it stopped reading through my tattoos as I have both arms sleeved, wondering whether to try the 8 or just continue to live life without a watch.

Nothing stopping you grabbing one and trying it for a week or so, then send it back if it's not any good. You have nothing to lose.

 

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No, I'd expect them all to be similar. Mind you, I've got a mate in Wales who has had both arms completely blacked out to hide his old tattoos that he had when he was a kid and he's going to get new ones inked in white on top of them. He wears a Series 6 with no problem but I guess it's all dependant on what ink is used, how much of it there is, etc. Not every case will be the same.

 

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I'm assuming the watches aren't in store yet to get some hands on time before order?

You assume correctly.

 

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Is it even possible to get something to protect them that doesn't look ridiculous?

No, just don't do it.

 

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The action button is a big draw for me

Do we know yet if the action button can be configured to do anything or is it limited to certain functions?

 

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Norwich Apple store

Pleasant enough store but I hate that you have to pay for the centre car park. I'd rather wait and go to a different store than drive to Norwich.

The ultra has arrived

Need to see it on your wrist, not the box!

 

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Does anyone have any ideas on ultra case protectors? I got one off Amazon for the time being however they all seem to be hard shell rather than the nice soft tpu, not keen on a hard shell one long term as they’ve scratched phones in the past I’ve had…..

No. Just don’t do it. Seriously, they look rubbish, utter garbage.

 

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If you had a Rolex on your wrist, would you put a case on it?

 

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some of you guys are maybe happy to ding and dent your stuff and not be bothered

Everything I sell is in mint condition, unscratched and unmarked. I take care of my stuff and I like to see it the way the designer made it, not sheathed in a piece of plastic junk.

 

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I think the Ultra can take a bit of a beating based on this video.

No, that's obviously fake and it needs a plastic case to protect it

 

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This was fascinating.

 

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Take a look at Overcast.

 

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I've got the 44mm series 4 which fits me fine. I'm thinking of getting the 45mm series 8 will it fit me?

Yes.

 

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So you can call the watch directly ?

No, although a separate number is assigned to the watch, you can't actually call it directly.

This has reminded me to cancel the cellular plan on my watch, I just don't use it. I did when I first got it because I went for a ride on my bike without my phone but apart from that, I've never been in a situation where I wasn't with my phone.

So I've just cancelled it.

 

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I’ve still held out. I’m quite proud of myself.

 

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It’s on the wrong arm

Always knew he was a wrong ‘un

 

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How so? Are you a lefty (suspicous)

Looks like it’s on your right arm which would make you a left-hooker.