I bought an Apple Watch back in 2017. Series 3 best buy refurbished for a good price.

At first, I used it tons. Not really any fancy feature but was my daily cary and just used it to “track” my fitness (i exercise everyday).

A couple of years ago, I moved countries and accidentally left it back in my parent’s house.

I then spent about a year without it and honestly didn’t even noticed lol. While I used it daily to “track” my fitness, I honestly didn’t do anything with those stats, never ever looked at health app or whatever else.

A year later, I went back home for holidays and got my apple watch back and tried using it for a few weeks but eventually stopped using it and now it’s sitting on my nightstand full of dust and no battery for the past year.

My big question is, why do you actually use the apple watch? For an average and very active guy I thought it was perfect for me but in reality I find it useless. And yes I have everything apple, not a fanboy but a programmer that likes easy to use hassle free tech. Sure, some things are “nice” like apple pay and music app but you can honestly do all of that with your phone. Not worth the price plus and an extra device to charge.

Pd: i understand if you are a runner or triathlete and want to track your pace and heart rate zone but for everyone else what the point?

  • DeepChill@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    11 months ago

    First of all, I like wearing a watch. If it wasn’t a Watch it would be something else. In my case I use it for a more reliable Siri experience with HomeKit devices. A HomePod in every room still doesn’t beat wearing a mic on my wrist. I do use all the health tracking features that are relevant to me. I love the sleep app and the functionality it adds when paired with the shortcuts app and focus modes (HomeKit automations for my morning alarm and morning routine). Apple Pay is a HUGE deal for me. I have left home without my iPhone and not been overly concerned but I only take my Watch Ultra off to charge it when I’m showering in the morning. If for some unimaginable reason I left home without it, I would absolutely have to go back and get it.