5. There Are Already Better Alternatives Out There
Unlike previous product launches, Apple finds itself entering a marketplace that's already being dominated by its competitors. Android Wear has been a thing for a while now and Samsung, Huawei, and LG have all released some really nice versions in recent months. There are better looking, more powerful, longer lasting, and more compatible devices already out there and most of them represent considerably better value for money than the Apple Watch. The Motorola Moto 360 and the Sony Smartwatch 3 both look absolutely stunning and have the benefit of Android being years further down the line than Apple when it comes to app development and consumer testing. Both are about $100 cheaper as well. The most compelling model remains the Samsung Gear S, which thanks to its built in 3G, bluetooth and wireless connectivity means that it's not entirely slaved to a smartphone. If a smartwatch is something you've already made up your mind that you need, Apple's version should be someway down your shopping list.
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