akaspidey I bought this yesterday (first time smart watch buyer). I honestly love it, and I have no buyer’s remorse at all. I’m a guy who gets stressed about spending $30 for parking downtown. Take the leap. It’s so worth it!
picked the series 5 stainless steel gold option. love it. have the milinese loop in gold , and let me tell you. I’ve caught so many people starring at my wrist with the gold on gold look, it looks like straight jewelry
I can tell you that new watch faces don't look that great. I have a Series 3 & when they intro'd the Series 4 last year to show off those particle effects faces (flame, water, and smoke), on the Series 4 the animations took up the whole screen while on the Series 3 they were limited to a tiny circle in the middle of the watch. It's not a deal breaker but it is a bit frustrating given that the new faces don't take advantage of the full screen real estate that even the Series 3 has. That's one of the reasons why I'm excited to upgrade.
Michael Wiseman good to know. Is this the same for some of new faces I noticed like the large numeric faces and the X colour face? They look bad on the old screen size too?
I did that! Dont even wanna have a always on display and honestly the compass in not something I even use normally so I’m not missing out on anything ☺️😅
I've never had an Apple Watch before, but once I saw that the series 3 had dropped to $199, I picked one up a few weeks ago for my birthday. While I cannot attest to the capabilities of the series 5, I must admit that this series 3 watch is actually a game changer for me. I love having the ability to see my notifications without looking at or getting out my iPhone, I love that I can glance at GPS directions or switch songs while driving, I love that I can stay connected to my family/friend group chats while out on a run, and I love all of the fitness applications/data that these watches have. I used to doubt the utility of these devices, and their high price points did nothing to dissuade me from those doubts. That said, I now firmly believe that these devices are a wonderful addition to anyone's everyday life, and I highly recommend the Apple Watch, the Series 3 especially. Quick side note though: The GPS only model does everything I listed above and more, once it's synced up to your iPhone. If you're syncing your watch to your phone, there is essentially no reason to purchase a cellular model.
The Syndicate That’s awesome to hear, actually! I had a lot of trouble with my 0 about 6-9 months before the 4 came out. I felt sad about retiring it, but it was hardly usable in the end. It’s not super slow for you?
great - you are getting it at the right time when most of the growing pains have been resolved - there are still more health features to be added but on the technology side AW its miles ahead of the competition.
It really is a great purchase if you have an iPhone. I don’t currently have one either, but I am picking the 5 up this Friday with my 11 Pro Max and I cant wait!
When I purchased the watch at launch (yes the very first one) I did not do it because it was technology I needed (I never wore a watch before), but because it was a beautiful accessory. Same logic when I upgraded to Series 4. I love the bigger screen and battery life. I really wish I could afford an Hermès one only because of the exclusive faces, but I know my limits. Although that soon won't be a problem with WatchOS 6 and the new faces which I am already loving. From Series 5 I really like the Ceramic one, but why did it have to be the most expensive one? I'll keep my Series 4 for now.
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Man this guy really has to stop talking as if he´s sorry for something, i love his videos but the tone in his voice and body language are seriously annoying
I was watching the Apple event live, literally jumped out of my seat and screamed “yes!” I knew instantly this was a game changer, for so so so many reasons. As a nurse, the screen needs to stay on so I can count their heart rate or breathing or whatever. Working out I don’t want to let go of the weights to tap the screen, in social places or work I can’t even look at the time sometimes. This blew my mind. So I sold my series 3 and I’m waiting for this Friday!!!
Real_Patriot I think it’s just the type of people that make it to and through nursing school are usually Apple fans. We can feel the quality don’t mind conforming if it’s a positive thing lol
Lee - since you have the 3, you won’t be to disappointed, but the screen dims you still have to tilt your rist or tap the watch to see it at full brightness and everything else you mentioned you could already do anyway, I have the 4, it’s the same as the 5, same processor same screen, same everything.
studivan I also want the speed performance, the other workout trackers, bigger screen, I think Siri is almost unusable on the 3, it’s too slow. But then having an always on display took it way over the top.
Simylein but if it’s always on i assumed it will be in a constant abused state right? This is that make me hesitate to upgrade... always on oled ....checout that iphone x display that always on , in the store for 1 year.....
Febrie Wiraputra The display phones used in stores aren’t always on one screen though. They can be locked and unlocked, and some have promotional videos playing when on standby. They also get taken down and locked away at closing. I get what you’re saying though.
The Series 5 is an excellent upgrade for those who currently own a Series 3 or older; however, it might be worth holding off upgrading until next year if you currently own a Series 4 watch. I think what really nails this down is the price, some consumers may not want to spend $500+ on a watch each year for slight upgrades. Upgrading every two years (or every two versions) seems to be the way to go.
BTheEPIC wow what a great mom give her a hug and tell her you love her being a parent you could never know how much that means to a mom and or dad she obviously loves you and wants you to have the best be nice to her!!
Always on question, and it might be a silly one.. what about night mode and the always on display.. does it indeed turn the display completely off as I charge my watch where I sleep and actaully dont want it to be on except when the alarm goes off.. and what about do not disturb?
I want it always on with dimming turned off. Is that an option or available? PS: i just want it to tell time, so i will turn off EVERYTHING i can except telling time.
This is an ad not a review. I had a LG watch that did always on 4 years ago. And a samsung watch that does it. That I bought 2 years ago. Doing all the features they are trying to make seem new. And it lasts a full day and a half without charging. Its nice that's it's new to apple. But to talk about this things and then not immediately mention that you have been able to have these features for over 4 years. Makes this an advertisement.
Not gonna deny that this is still the best smart watch. But what’s infuriating about every Applephile video is that they act as if Apple invented something new. My Samsung watch and phone has had always on displays with good battery life without the need for a breakthrough chip for multiple generations. Full disclosure, for multiple reasons, I am switching back to Apple this year but these sorts of things annoy me. Do you make these videos for people who live in an Apple bubble? The headline should be Apple Watch finally catches up and gets always on.
It’s not the Apple lovers that act like Apple invented something, it’s the Apple haters that throw out Android had it first. I’ve never seen Apple say the invented anything. Yes other smart watches or even phones may have something first but it’s the detail that Apple adds that is in matched by anyone. Apple could have just added always on like other watches but they thought carefully on how to handle that, like hiding sensitive information.
Wouldn’t it be nice to sync to your car/truck via Bluetooth to see things like tire psi, gas levels, vehicle location, or oil and trans temps when to change oil and filters I think that would be awesome for all my road people.
Nice review. Just bought my wife a Series 5 for her birthday. I recently upgraded my iPhone to the 11 Pro Max so I may get one too. I’ll see how much I like hers beforehand. Great call from Apple, selling the 3 at 199. I think they’ll fly off the shelves.
1:53 Can confirm, never had an Apple Watch before, since I just couldn't warm up to a watch that doesn't always display the time. Preordered immediately after the keynote.
Rene, Rene, Rene. I absolutely love it when I receive the bell gismo telling me you’ve uploaded a new clip but for someone that always sits back and never comments this time I feel I need to say something or better yet vent. I guess at the end of the day all of us have our opinions and likes and dislikes on what features would draw us deeper into apple’s garden of eden by yet again upgrading our current version of whatever. But this, really, series 5 watch. Let’s cut through the mustard here for just one moment. I see 4 features here on the throne: 1. Always on display. 2. A compass 3. More memory, and 4. A new S5 chip. But what would i know, coming from the land down under when we are still waiting for the ECG and fall detection features to be turned on in our upside down country when all I saw last September was the posters, billboards, tv adverts that were all pitching this as one of the primary major selling points and features. It’s been nothing short of a farce i have to say and I sit here flummoxed that now 12 months on and still zero movement at the station with Apple and our TGA regulatory bodies to get this thing across the line. So excuse me along like many other jaded Apple enthusiasts from the land down under that sit and ponder 🤔 what all the hype is about the Series 5 watch updates that have bestowed upon us during the current Apple season. I wonder if these features (mainly a toggle to always on display and the compass) just couldn’t be rolled out in an WatchOS update? Regardless, don’t let my rant take away from all that you do though Sir Ritchie, keep pumping out the content, waking to a morning espresso and watching your next instalment is a current joy of my life so thank you for your contribution.
Glenn Williams Always on shouldn’t be able to be rolled out in an update, at least not working to the same degree - preserving the battery life, without the hardware in the series 5. In particular the layer under the glass the changes the refresh rate down to 1 fps. He talks about it in the video.
Regarding the always-on display: Please please let me have it switch off automatically after sunset (ie. the same auto mode for theater mode as we have for do-not-disturb). Nothing more distracting than the watch randomly illuminating half the room when I'm trying to put my children to sleep.
And no - at least on Series 3 the lowest brightness is simply not low enough. I don't want to walk around in the dark glowing like Sam Fisher in Splinter Cell. :)
Android user here. Planning on getting the 11 Pro so I can try the Apple Watch out and might be switching completely. Apple truly had something here imo
Jake Webb Get the iPhone 11 instead of the Pro and you get the Apple Watch for “free” 😃 iPhone 11 is fantastic and I am getting them both. iPhone 11 (RED) and Nike Watch with cellular with Nike Glow band.
@@zollerboy1429 "Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxid, or LTPO, is an OLED display backplane technology developed by Apple. LTPO combines both LTPS TFTs and Oxide TFTs (IGZO, Indium Gallium Zinc Oxide)."
Yes, it's an OLED panel. Though burn-in won't occur for a very long time. Apple uses pixel-shifting technology in order to prevent pixels from dying. I've had my OLED iPhone XS Max and Apple Watch Series 5 since they came out and there's no sign of pixel burn-in. It'll last you!
thanks for showing the dimmed, always-on versions of so many faces. so many other videos just show a brief glance of one. this gives me a much better idea of what it'll be like. to be honest, the dimmed versions have way more detail and colour than i expected
Ugh ... order a series 5 and it whooshed from China to Anchorage to Louisville in nothing flat. Thought: "Hey, I'm gonna get this thing early." Then it hit Louisville (I live in a Chicago suburb) and it's been there since Saturday at 7:55 AM. It's now Wednesday at 8:09 PM and it _still_ hasn't budged :).
Love my Apple Watch 4 and as nice as the 5 is there just is not enough for me to update. Would a compass and always on display really do for a first timer as everything else is the same really?
Rene, 15:38 recounting the reality and overall intelligence of Apple's positioning, as only comes from you. Well played Rene, and Well played Apple, even Brilliant.... seamless segue!
I agree that the Apple Watch should get better battery life, but I don’t really get the whole comparison with Garmin. My best friend uses one and as far as I can tell it’s pretty limited as mostly a workout/sleep tracker. Seems to me like comparing the gas mileage of a Corolla to a large pickup truck.
Jorge Rivas I get notifications and there are apps available for the garmin. It is also infinitely more capable with respect to workouts, pairing Devices such as power meters, etc. you’re right the Apple Watch shouldn’t be a Compared with garmin, because it’s nowhere near as good if you plan to use any fitness features. If you’re looking for a basic smart watch, I’d go with the Apple Watch as it’s half the cost.
I have a SS S4 so I wont be upgrading this year as always on isn't enough to get me to upgrade my watch that I spent $850 on last year. However, like Rene said, even though that might not be enough to convince the S4 folks to upgrade, I think anyone with a S3 or older has a pretty compelling reason to upgrade. I'll likely wait until the MicroLED model comes out either next year or year after next if rumors hold true.
I don't get the "no need to toggle, no this, no that" bash on the ticwatch pro. Basically 99.9% of wearOS watches had always on display with no toggles or compromises since day 1. Notice I'm talking about always on display and that only, I know apple watch is better. But overblowing the always on display is a little too much
I'll be a first timer, but still find the choice a bit confusing. I have bought an iPhone 8 which I find perfect, with a sim contract. Would like if money no object a Titanium. But do I need cellphone when I will always have the iPhone. So would it be best to buy an alloy one, as I suspect the stainless one will be noticeable weight wise, when on the wrist, at least to start with. Would there be an advantage in getting the Nike one. Seen it suggested on a YT video, but not sure what the advantages were.
Love your reviews because you actually do your research and give insights. Other’s just read online specs sheets or the Apple website lol. So all the other videos are basically the same.
Still a small screen. I was always saying I’d get an iwatch if it was a bit bigger. Although, I do like the idea that you don’t really need to use your phone as much. But for this price I’m probably going to get it this Christmas give them some time to fix any bugs and excuse to spend. Does it let us run workout apps outside of the default workout app ?
Never had an apple watch before so i was interested in getting this but should i get this or buy a series 4 for cheaper? or should i just wait till next year for the series 6 cuz thats when most people are saying the huge redesign and spec bump will happen.
I wish they would bring back the woven nylon strap from 2016 I have a few one on my s4. I have one left brand new that I’ll open when I get the titanium edition. Seriously the most comfy bands they made.
Rene, I appreciate all your reviews! But I have a question regarding the feature "always on display": what's the real benefit of having if the TIME is on but you are not looking? Is this feature for others? Since you have the time available all the time you look straight (touching with finger or moving your wrist), you can set longer display rest times... Apple changes the game and series 5 is for NEW customers I agree but nobody talks about walkies talkie feature (old that works and business customers, family fun parks, groups or travel may need). Just my opinion...
Going to be my first (well sorta) Apple Watch. I had the Series 4 SS 44mm Gold for a very short while and didn't like the fine scratches that came up for simple wearing it and cleaning with a microfiber eyeglass type cloth. Leaning towards Titanium. I would tend to think Titanium would wear better, no? Also, would you say the silver or space black one is better?
If I just want an analog watch face to read time and maybe track my jogging performance, is it worth to get an Apple Watch? I can’t find a cheap quartz watch with the face I like tho
I just ordered a series 5 yesterday with money made over the summer. I don’t have an Apple Watch right now so I thought I might as well just purchase the newest one. I’m excited to see how it affects my day to day life.
J.T. Films I would recommend series 4 can still get them for $349 at Apple stores till Friday and $349 or under at most stores and same performance as series 5 minus compass and always on display
Keenan Green I believe it is Night Sky. It has a good free app for the iPhone and complication for the Apple Watch. On the Apple Watch you have to align the watch with the moon and it works pretty good, especially at no cost.
Did you try using a third party workout app with always on? I am hoping it keeps the screen on in this case. I know it won't with a normal app, but it should for a workout app.
I want to try the ape watch series 5 but there is no wauw factore. I dont have a smart watch if i get one it wil be this one. One question to Rene Ritchie how long lasting is the series 5 stand-by time. Stand alone no wifi, no gps , no bleutooth.
I’ve watched all this dude’s vids on the 5 before buying one ... and I just got mine two nights ago (w a little nudge from a friend). Just the SLEEP-MONITORING ALONE has already justified this purchase. The rest is all gravy. What a BEAUTIFUL specimen of modern technology. 👏👏 When I learned HOW it reads heart-rate, I was stunned. I’ve not even touched the surface of this thing’s capabilities, but w no dog in the fight, lemme say this: If you’re like me and never owned one, GET ONE! 👍✌️ ** I do NOT recommend the cellular version-you will be REALLY hard-pressed to find use for it, much less justify it at that price jump. ✌️
I must disagree with the cellular not being worth it! I'm not attached to my phone very minute and often don't carry it everywhere so I find the cellular to be very
My beef with always-on displays is I need separation from my devices - tech is already distracting enough without its screen turning off! Thats why I dont mind the iPhone not having this feature. However, always-on tech seems more practical/necessary in a watch than a phone, so if I purchase one, I'll give it a go!
Can you do an update review for the series 3. I’m not an Apple Watch owner but I’m considering it. My concern really is the fitness and music apps. Use of other music apps not Apple Music
i found same looking watch at watchplaystore, only 50 $ worth to consider great looking watch
Never had an Apple Watch, but seriously thinking about getting the series 5
akaspidey same
Do it I’ve got an S3 and it’s great, I can’t live without it. Your wallet will hate you but in the end it’s worth it
I had the s3 and I sold it so I can get the s5 and it’s been one day without one and I hate it so much
akaspidey I bought this yesterday (first time smart watch buyer). I honestly love it, and I have no buyer’s remorse at all. I’m a guy who gets stressed about spending $30 for parking downtown. Take the leap. It’s so worth it!
picked the series 5 stainless steel gold option. love it. have the milinese loop in gold , and let me tell you. I’ve caught so many people starring at my wrist with the gold on gold look, it looks like straight jewelry
Would love to see a Series 3 2019 review with latest Watch OS. Love to know how faces look on old watch version vs new watch.
I can tell you that new watch faces don't look that great. I have a Series 3 & when they intro'd the Series 4 last year to show off those particle effects faces (flame, water, and smoke), on the Series 4 the animations took up the whole screen while on the Series 3 they were limited to a tiny circle in the middle of the watch. It's not a deal breaker but it is a bit frustrating given that the new faces don't take advantage of the full screen real estate that even the Series 3 has. That's one of the reasons why I'm excited to upgrade.
Michael Wiseman good to know. Is this the same for some of new faces I noticed like the large numeric faces and the X colour face? They look bad on the old screen size too?
Honestly, if you are going to turn the Always On display off...just get a Series 4 somewhere lol
Well he said people have asked, there is something for everyone.
Frostbite Gaming that's what I did!
I did that! Dont even wanna have a always on display and honestly the compass in not something I even use normally so I’m not missing out on anything ☺️😅
that's why apple stopped selling them...
I've never had an Apple Watch before, but once I saw that the series 3 had dropped to $199, I picked one up a few weeks ago for my birthday. While I cannot attest to the capabilities of the series 5, I must admit that this series 3 watch is actually a game changer for me. I love having the ability to see my notifications without looking at or getting out my iPhone, I love that I can glance at GPS directions or switch songs while driving, I love that I can stay connected to my family/friend group chats while out on a run, and I love all of the fitness applications/data that these watches have. I used to doubt the utility of these devices, and their high price points did nothing to dissuade me from those doubts. That said, I now firmly believe that these devices are a wonderful addition to anyone's everyday life, and I highly recommend the Apple Watch, the Series 3 especially.
Quick side note though: The GPS only model does everything I listed above and more, once it's synced up to your iPhone. If you're syncing your watch to your phone, there is essentially no reason to purchase a cellular model.
I would love a review of the Series 3 in 2019, mine still does everything I need, I just wanted the new displays though
Jrel Cabingao I actually meant the design, the bigger display and thinner/rounder body
That’s nothing. I still use my series 0 and it works perfect
RFH95 go to C/Net and search also watch the 5 review cause he does a quick comparison near the end.
The Syndicate That’s awesome to hear, actually! I had a lot of trouble with my 0 about 6-9 months before the 4 came out. I felt sad about retiring it, but it was hardly usable in the end. It’s not super slow for you?
RFH95 same! I have noticed my battery life dropping a bit when I’m just on cellular since I bought it back in 17’, especially in winter
Series 5 is going to be my first ever smart watch, kinda excited 😊
Alex Cope you’ll wonder how you survived without it!
Same here!
Kinda wasted your money but I guess you are just stupid
Jack Carline you’re mean, ppl spend their money on whatever they want
@@jackcarline5183 You are stupid commenting stuff like this...
I already pre-ordered. It will be my first apple watch
great - you are getting it at the right time when most of the growing pains have been resolved - there are still more health features to be added but on the technology side AW its miles ahead of the competition.
I think I might as well too. After all my first iPhone was the 5 for $0 on a $45 contract(15gb!) and my first iPad was the $400 iPad 5th gen.
Tim Renney you’re gonna love it
Never had an Apple Watch. Maybe this time I’ll get it
xjr1618x do it!
It really is a great purchase if you have an iPhone. I don’t currently have one either, but I am picking the 5 up this Friday with my 11 Pro Max and I cant wait!
Make sure u get Applecare plus definitely worth it saved me lots of money when I cracked mine.
ive got a s4 and its honestly an awesome little thing! really makes a difference day to day for me.
Pre ordered my first watch already!
I ordered a series 5 cause of the always on display and Iv never needed a smart watch until now
My Watch Series 4 is still a beast... The only thing I’m waiting for is iOS 13, iPadOS and WatchOS 6... As usual, awesome video!!! Thank you Rene!!!
Bruno DECOURCY if series 6 gets at least two days battery then I will upgrade my series 4
Try the betas, I got watch os6 on my series 4 and it works really well
The CPU is the same as the S5
iOS 13 dropped today.
Please bring your Apple Watch S3 revisits review, i am here waiting for it
When I purchased the watch at launch (yes the very first one) I did not do it because it was technology I needed (I never wore a watch before), but because it was a beautiful accessory. Same logic when I upgraded to Series 4. I love the bigger screen and battery life. I really wish I could afford an Hermès one only because of the exclusive faces, but I know my limits. Although that soon won't be a problem with WatchOS 6 and the new faces which I am already loving. From Series 5 I really like the Ceramic one, but why did it have to be the most expensive one? I'll keep my Series 4 for now.
Ceramics are an expensive business - look at other ceramic watches (Rado) or, say, ceramic car brakes. Top-notch stuff.
I have actually ordered the Series 5 since I don't have an Apple Watch!
Just ordered mine to celebrate going back to college. I’m so excited
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A 1-in-50 chance if you're watching this channel.
But a 1-5000 chance if you see the offer on someone else's channel.
If you take it, you could find out! ;)
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Man this guy really has to stop talking as if he´s sorry for something, i love his videos but the tone in his voice and body language are seriously annoying
A note about the always-on display: it only works while it’s on your wrist, not while sitting on a table.
I was watching the Apple event live, literally jumped out of my seat and screamed “yes!” I knew instantly this was a game changer, for so so so many reasons. As a nurse, the screen needs to stay on so I can count their heart rate or breathing or whatever. Working out I don’t want to let go of the weights to tap the screen, in social places or work I can’t even look at the time sometimes. This blew my mind. So I sold my series 3 and I’m waiting for this Friday!!!
Real_Patriot I think it’s just the type of people that make it to and through nursing school are usually Apple fans. We can feel the quality don’t mind conforming if it’s a positive thing lol
Lee - since you have the 3, you won’t be to disappointed, but the screen dims you still have to tilt your rist or tap the watch to see it at full brightness and everything else you mentioned you could already do anyway, I have the 4, it’s the same as the 5, same processor same screen, same everything.
studivan I also want the speed performance, the other workout trackers, bigger screen, I think Siri is almost unusable on the 3, it’s too slow. But then having an always on display took it way over the top.
How did u get the Apple Watch series 5 already I thought it was coming out on September 20th
A handful of reviewers got an early access from Apple.
Lucky
no context they get the watches and phones early for reviews.
By being an Apple sycophant.
Hi rene.... how will the LTPO handle screen burn in vs OLED display... whats ur opinion on this
Febrie Wiraputra LTPO is a Type of OLED just a Bit more Energyefficient. So Yes if you abuse it, there will be Burn in.
Simylein but if it’s always on i assumed it will be in a constant abused state right? This is that make me hesitate to upgrade... always on oled ....checout that iphone x display that always on , in the store for 1 year.....
Febrie Wiraputra The display phones used in stores aren’t always on one screen though. They can be locked and unlocked, and some have promotional videos playing when on standby. They also get taken down and locked away at closing. I get what you’re saying though.
The Series 5 is an excellent upgrade for those who currently own a Series 3 or older; however, it might be worth holding off upgrading until next year if you currently own a Series 4 watch. I think what really nails this down is the price, some consumers may not want to spend $500+ on a watch each year for slight upgrades.
Upgrading every two years (or every two versions) seems to be the way to go.
I’m still rocking a series 0, but my Apple Watch 5 is coming on Friday.
My mom just got me one as an early Christmas present, and I’m waiting to get home to unbox it!
BTheEPIC wow what a great mom give her a hug and tell her you love her being a parent you could never know how much that means to a mom and or dad she obviously loves you and wants you to have the best be nice to her!!
Always on question, and it might be a silly one.. what about night mode and the always on display.. does it indeed turn the display completely off as I charge my watch where I sleep and actaully dont want it to be on except when the alarm goes off..
and what about do not disturb?
Imma upgrade to this from my $12 Walmart watch brb
Do a series 3 in 2019 review!
imagine IPTO being implemented in the 2020 iphones
RoyClark Basiimwa don’t hold your breath, maybe 2030
Not worth it. Battery is more important
I want it always on with dimming turned off. Is that an option or available?
PS: i just want it to tell time, so i will turn off EVERYTHING i can except telling time.
This is an ad not a review. I had a LG watch that did always on 4 years ago. And a samsung watch that does it. That I bought 2 years ago. Doing all the features they are trying to make seem new. And it lasts a full day and a half without charging. Its nice that's it's new to apple. But to talk about this things and then not immediately mention that you have been able to have these features for over 4 years. Makes this an advertisement.
Santa is bringing the 5 Cellular in Gold can’t wait!Thanks for the great review love the set up with the comfy light colors.
Rene is turning into FPT. Dropping videos early morning. Toiletsquad alert lol
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This is my first Apple Watch and this is probably going to be perfection for me! It's coming tomorrow!
Not gonna deny that this is still the best smart watch. But what’s infuriating about every Applephile video is that they act as if Apple invented something new. My Samsung watch and phone has had always on displays with good battery life without the need for a breakthrough chip for multiple generations. Full disclosure, for multiple reasons, I am switching back to Apple this year but these sorts of things annoy me. Do you make these videos for people who live in an Apple bubble? The headline should be Apple Watch finally catches up and gets always on.
M. Stewart I only use Apple everything and I’m a fan. You’re absolutely right
It’s not the Apple lovers that act like Apple invented something, it’s the Apple haters that throw out Android had it first. I’ve never seen Apple say the invented anything. Yes other smart watches or even phones may have something first but it’s the detail that Apple adds that is in matched by anyone. Apple could have just added always on like other watches but they thought carefully on how to handle that, like hiding sensitive information.
Same here, I've never purchased any Apple Watch, but Series 5 looks like the right time.
Wouldn’t it be nice to sync to your car/truck via Bluetooth to see things like tire psi, gas levels, vehicle location, or oil and trans temps when to change oil and filters I think that would be awesome for all my road people.
Montreal, Canada !! Wow was not aware that you live in my hometown. Nice review
i dont have much budget. So I;m thinking to get secondhand s4 after lockdown. Should I get it?
I got the series 1 when it came out but now the battery wont charge ;(
Series 3 in 2019 please. And if it is worth it upgrading from 3 to 5.
Nice review. Just bought my wife a Series 5 for her birthday. I recently upgraded my iPhone to the 11 Pro Max so I may get one too. I’ll see how much I like hers beforehand. Great call from Apple, selling the 3 at 199. I think they’ll fly off the shelves.
1:53 Can confirm, never had an Apple Watch before, since I just couldn't warm up to a watch that doesn't always display the time. Preordered immediately after the keynote.
Does always on apply to nightstand mode too? It would be nice to get rid of my clock.
Rene, Rene, Rene. I absolutely love it when I receive the bell gismo telling me you’ve uploaded a new clip but for someone that always sits back and never comments this time I feel I need to say something or better yet vent. I guess at the end of the day all of us have our opinions and likes and dislikes on what features would draw us deeper into apple’s garden of eden by yet again upgrading our current version of whatever. But this, really, series 5 watch. Let’s cut through the mustard here for just one moment. I see 4 features here on the throne: 1. Always on display. 2. A compass 3. More memory, and 4. A new S5 chip. But what would i know, coming from the land down under when we are still waiting for the ECG and fall detection features to be turned on in our upside down country when all I saw last September was the posters, billboards, tv adverts that were all pitching this as one of the primary major selling points and features. It’s been nothing short of a farce i have to say and I sit here flummoxed that now 12 months on and still zero movement at the station with Apple and our TGA regulatory bodies to get this thing across the line. So excuse me along like many other jaded Apple enthusiasts from the land down under that sit and ponder 🤔 what all the hype is about the Series 5 watch updates that have bestowed upon us during the current Apple season. I wonder if these features (mainly a toggle to always on display and the compass) just couldn’t be rolled out in an WatchOS update? Regardless, don’t let my rant take away from all that you do though Sir Ritchie, keep pumping out the content, waking to a morning espresso and watching your next instalment is a current joy of my life so thank you for your contribution.
Glenn Williams Always on shouldn’t be able to be rolled out in an update, at least not working to the same degree - preserving the battery life, without the hardware in the series 5. In particular the layer under the glass the changes the refresh rate down to 1 fps. He talks about it in the video.
Have they fixed the mic issue? I have had 2 series 3 watches and both of them had faulty speakers.
Regarding the always-on display: Please please let me have it switch off automatically after sunset (ie. the same auto mode for theater mode as we have for do-not-disturb). Nothing more distracting than the watch randomly illuminating half the room when I'm trying to put my children to sleep.
And no - at least on Series 3 the lowest brightness is simply not low enough. I don't want to walk around in the dark glowing like Sam Fisher in Splinter Cell. :)
Just ordered the series 5. My first time buying an Apple Watch, not sure if i like it since I'm used to analog watch
Thanks Rene. Answered all my questions. Only 2 more days I get mine.
Android user here. Planning on getting the 11 Pro so I can try the Apple Watch out and might be switching completely. Apple truly had something here imo
Jake Webb Get the iPhone 11 instead of the Pro and you get the Apple Watch for “free” 😃 iPhone 11 is fantastic and I am getting them both. iPhone 11 (RED) and Nike Watch with cellular with Nike Glow band.
My only concern with always on mode is burn in, being that it’s an oled panel
Southpaw It’s not an OLED panel but a LTPO panel, as you could’ve seen in the video.
@@zollerboy1429 "Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxid, or LTPO, is an OLED display backplane technology developed by Apple. LTPO combines both LTPS TFTs and Oxide TFTs (IGZO, Indium Gallium Zinc Oxide)."
ConceptNull Right, so it is indeed a type of OLED panel?
Yes, it's an OLED panel. Though burn-in won't occur for a very long time. Apple uses pixel-shifting technology in order to prevent pixels from dying. I've had my OLED iPhone XS Max and Apple Watch Series 5 since they came out and there's no sign of pixel burn-in. It'll last you!
MrFlippy good to know, thank you!
I would be afraid to turn on „always on“, because of the burn in Problem in OLED Displays in general.
thanks for showing the dimmed, always-on versions of so many faces. so many other videos just show a brief glance of one. this gives me a much better idea of what it'll be like. to be honest, the dimmed versions have way more detail and colour than i expected
once again, one of the most thorough reviews and analysis you'll find on youtube. thanks.
Ugh ... order a series 5 and it whooshed from China to Anchorage to Louisville in nothing flat.
Thought: "Hey, I'm gonna get this thing early."
Then it hit Louisville (I live in a Chicago suburb) and it's been there since Saturday at 7:55 AM.
It's now Wednesday at 8:09 PM and it _still_ hasn't budged :).
Love my Apple Watch 4 and as nice as the 5 is there just is not enough for me to update. Would a compass and always on display really do for a first timer as everything else is the same really?
Got my apple watch Titanium edition, it is sickening. I love it ❤️
Ahmed Sadouni
What colour ?
Brendan Lesko I bought the Space Black Titanium Case
Ahmed Sadouni
That’s awesome im tossing up between the 2 titanium colours ...
It will be a watch worth considering when a charge lasts several days and does sleep tracking natively like a Galaxy Watch.
I’m glad he mentioned those of us who’ve never bought an Apple Watch. i’m one of them and might make the jump with Apple Watch 5.
Is it possible to have always on the only mode on during night? I really think the standard screen is too bright for night use.
I have a series 3 but I want this one in titanium
Your link to Brilliant was... Brilliant.
Rene, 15:38 recounting the reality and overall intelligence of Apple's positioning, as only comes from you. Well played Rene, and Well played Apple, even Brilliant.... seamless segue!
Yes please do an Apple Watch Series 3 in 2019 Review!
I agree that the Apple Watch should get better battery life, but I don’t really get the whole comparison with Garmin. My best friend uses one and as far as I can tell it’s pretty limited as mostly a workout/sleep tracker. Seems to me like comparing the gas mileage of a Corolla to a large pickup truck.
Jorge Rivas I get notifications and there are apps available for the garmin. It is also infinitely more capable with respect to workouts, pairing Devices such as power meters, etc. you’re right the Apple Watch shouldn’t be a
Compared with garmin, because it’s nowhere near as good if you plan to use any fitness features.
If you’re looking for a basic smart watch, I’d go with the Apple Watch as it’s half the cost.
I have a SS S4 so I wont be upgrading this year as always on isn't enough to get me to upgrade my watch that I spent $850 on last year. However, like Rene said, even though that might not be enough to convince the S4 folks to upgrade, I think anyone with a S3 or older has a pretty compelling reason to upgrade. I'll likely wait until the MicroLED model comes out either next year or year after next if rumors hold true.
I don't get the "no need to toggle, no this, no that" bash on the ticwatch pro. Basically 99.9% of wearOS watches had always on display with no toggles or compromises since day 1. Notice I'm talking about always on display and that only, I know apple watch is better. But overblowing the always on display is a little too much
I'll be a first timer, but still find the choice a bit confusing. I have bought an iPhone 8 which I find perfect, with a sim contract. Would like if money no object a Titanium. But do I need cellphone when I will always have the iPhone. So would it be best to buy an alloy one, as I suspect the stainless one will be noticeable weight wise, when on the wrist, at least to start with. Would there be an advantage in getting the Nike one. Seen it suggested on a YT video, but not sure what the advantages were.
Love your reviews because you actually do your research and give insights. Other’s just read online specs sheets or the Apple website lol. So all the other videos are basically the same.
wow, a well thought out review. everyone's taste is different but the always on display is a game changer for me as well.
12:40 Not everywhere. Huge areas of Australia have no cell coverage. It would need satellite capability for it to work everywhere.
Still a small screen. I was always saying I’d get an iwatch if it was a bit bigger. Although, I do like the idea that you don’t really need to use your phone as much. But for this price I’m probably going to get it this Christmas give them some time to fix any bugs and excuse to spend. Does it let us run workout apps outside of the default workout app ?
The always on feature seems really helpful, since you don't have to tap the scrren, like on previous models to see the time.
Also, please make a video of series 3 in 2019! Would really appreciate it!
I have a series 3 and maybe I want to buy a series 5, shall I do that?
Never had an apple watch before so i was interested in getting this but should i get this or buy a series 4 for cheaper? or should i just wait till next year for the series 6 cuz thats when most people are saying the huge redesign and spec bump will happen.
I just bought the series 4 Apple Watch in August. I wonder if I can exchange it or upgrade somehow to the series 5.
I wish they would bring back the woven nylon strap from 2016 I have a few one on my s4. I have one left brand new that I’ll open when I get the titanium edition. Seriously the most comfy bands they made.
Rene, I appreciate all your reviews! But I have a question regarding the feature "always on display": what's the real benefit of having if the TIME is on but you are not looking? Is this feature for others? Since you have the time available all the time you look straight (touching with finger or moving your wrist), you can set longer display rest times... Apple changes the game and series 5 is for NEW customers I agree but nobody talks about walkies talkie feature (old that works and business customers, family fun parks, groups or travel may need). Just my opinion...
Can you turn off wake u gesture?
Would love to see a series 3 review. 🙌🏻
Klamur He did. that 2 years ago when it was launched.Look back on the channel history.
I have series one years ago and I sold it few months before series 3 comes out. I’m planning on getting series 5
Good review. Id never seen your channel before
Ordered one. Should wait a year; for blood pressure monitoring; but who the hell can wait an entire year. 😊
i'm happy with my watch 4 for now.....but would like to get a ceramic at some point.
Going to be my first (well sorta) Apple Watch. I had the Series 4 SS 44mm Gold for a very short while and didn't like the fine scratches that came up for simple wearing it and cleaning with a microfiber eyeglass type cloth. Leaning towards Titanium. I would tend to think Titanium would wear better, no? Also, would you say the silver or space black one is better?
If I just want an analog watch face to read time and maybe track my jogging performance, is it worth to get an Apple Watch? I can’t find a cheap quartz watch with the face I like tho
The Series 4 has an LTPO OLED screen as well...
I just ordered a series 5 yesterday with money made over the summer. I don’t have an Apple Watch right now so I thought I might as well just purchase the newest one. I’m excited to see how it affects my day to day life.
I never had a watch before but I really want to get one. Should I go for the Series 4 or 5?
J.T. Films I would recommend series 4 can still get them for $349 at Apple stores till Friday and $349 or under at most stores and same performance as series 5 minus compass and always on display
Josh Strang Thanks for the feedback! I will probably get the 4 🤙🏼
J.T. Films your welcome
What is the astronomy app at 10:30?!??
Keenan Green I believe it is Night Sky. It has a good free app for the iPhone and complication for the Apple Watch. On the Apple Watch you have to align the watch with the moon and it works pretty good, especially at no cost.
Did you try using a third party workout app with always on? I am hoping it keeps the screen on in this case. I know it won't with a normal app, but it should for a workout app.
Does "do not disturb" allow the always on screen to go completely dark?
I want to try the ape watch series 5 but there is no wauw factore. I dont have a smart watch if i get one it wil be this one.
One question to Rene Ritchie how long lasting is the series 5 stand-by time. Stand alone no wifi, no gps , no bleutooth.
This was the most informative video I’ve found. Super excited for mine to arrive on Monday- Thanks for the awesome video!
I’ve watched all this dude’s vids on the 5 before buying one ... and I just got mine two nights ago (w a little nudge from a friend).
Just the SLEEP-MONITORING ALONE has already justified this purchase. The rest is all gravy. What a BEAUTIFUL specimen of modern technology. 👏👏
When I learned HOW it reads heart-rate, I was stunned. I’ve not even touched the surface of this thing’s capabilities, but w no dog in the fight, lemme say this: If you’re like me and never owned one, GET ONE! 👍✌️
** I do NOT recommend the cellular version-you will be REALLY hard-pressed to find use for it, much less justify it at that price jump. ✌️
I must disagree with the cellular not being worth it! I'm not attached to my phone very minute and often don't carry it everywhere so I find the cellular to be very
I’m still loving my 44mm series 4, however I do want a silver stainless steel 44mm series 5.
I would like a series 3 review
Does the series5 have a blood pressure app?
how does the AOD work with a photos watchface? Is the nightclock mode also always on?
I felt like he said a whole bunch without saying anything here.
My beef with always-on displays is I need separation from my devices - tech is already distracting enough without its screen turning off! Thats why I dont mind the iPhone not having this feature. However, always-on tech seems more practical/necessary in a watch than a phone, so if I purchase one, I'll give it a go!
I tried turning off always on and no difference here and why would I as is the reason I got it.
Can you do an update review for the series 3. I’m not an Apple Watch owner but I’m considering it. My concern really is the fitness and music apps. Use of other music apps not Apple Music