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Asking for one for Christmas, what model isn’t “too old” at this point but still affordable? (alien.top)
submitted 2 years ago by [B] to c/apple@hardware.watch
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Hi, I’m a 30F who never really spends on myself at all and I’ve never had any gadgets besides my phone ever. My Mamaw is asking for a big gift idea and she spends up to $400. I thought now was the time to get an Apple Watch I’ve always wanted! I’d like to go with an older model that is MUCH more affordable (maybe like the $200 range?) but I know Apple starts messing up their older products. So any advice on a model to go with that will be reliable for several more years yet not break the bank, a sweet spot so to say? I don’t need anything super fancy just one that does the job, thanks!

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[–] [B] 1 point 2 years ago (4 children)

I’d get the SE, unless you know the lack of always-on display is a deal-breaker. For people who have always worn classic watches, being able to always see the time is a basic feature. If you don’t normally wear watches and are fine with having to do a gesture or tap to see the time, get the SE, otherwise get an older series something (7? 8?).

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  • [–] [B] 1 point 2 years ago (2 children)

    I hear you!! Some people like “always on”. For me .. don’t need my watch to be on when I’m not looking at it. Mine set at “wake on wrist raise”. Always on dramatically reduces battery life on my AW6 SS.

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  • [–] [B] 1 point 2 years ago (1 child)

    The screen never turns on when I raised my hand. But it did flash on and off while I steered my car, so in theory it does work. I’m now keeping it always on :D

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  • [–] [B] 1 point 2 years ago

    It works fine for me when I do a big “oh look at the time” or “hurry up buddy” motion but when I actually just want to check time or something it’s usually a subtle flick and that doesn’t trigger it at all. So always on is a must for me.

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