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The First-Generation Apple Watch Is Still A Great Value And Smartwatch
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I& #39;m one of the weird ones who still uses the original first-ten Apple Watch. Currently the device is on its sixth generation. Though the new models have slightly different designs, software features, and health functionality, I just never found upgrading worth while.
The original magic of the Apple Watch and how I use it is largely unchanged. As far as using the device day-to-day, nothing has really changed in the past six generations.
I know newer models can have cellular calling but that basically means you& #39;re signing up for another phone plan to use the same watch features without your phone directly on you. It& #39;s not worth it.
Additionally, all the other updates have been to the design and health features, at least those are the ones that have made any kind of headlines.
Despite the design changes, the only thing you& #39;re gaining is advanced support for some applications which mainly relay notifications from your phone anyway.
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The only issue with the first-ten nowadays is the fact many apps no longer support it. I mean, its not to big of an issue. Its not like I& #39;m creating content on my watch and trying to post from it.
Different people may use their Apple Watch for different things however but I don& #39;t think limited functionality from a few applications is big deal breaker. What is a big dealbreaker is the price.
The cheapest new Apple Watch in October 2020 goes for $400 with more expensive models nearing $800. I& #39;m finding series 1 devices in from the low $80& #39;s to high $100& #39;s in fairly new to original condition.
During my search however, series 2 and 3 devices were marked only a few dollars more at about $20 or $30. There& #39;s not too big of a difference between them but maybe a model not the oldest possible appeals to you.
There is something special however with having an original-new Apple product. Luckily, I& #39;m still an owner of an original 2009 iPad. It doesn& #39;t even turn on because of the battery but there& #39;s no way I& #39;m throwing it out.
I could see the original Apple Watch having a similar appeal in 10 years. If anything it works for what I want it do and repairs are super cheap.
That& #39;s all I have to say about the first-gen Apple Watch.
If you are looking for a useful smartwatch that connects to the newest iPhones but don& #39;t want to pay the $400 minimum to own a new one, just know you& #39;re not missing out on much other than some questionable health features, app support, and a slightly different design.
Many people may never use the new features to their full potential so a basic first-gen may be all you need and save you a couple hundred bucks. Thanks for taking the time to read and I have more articles I& #39;ll be posting soon.
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