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Company breaks open Apple Watch to discover what it says is 'planned obsolescence'

"Tech repair and upgrade website iFixit has claimed that the Apple Watch won’t be a long term option for those hoping to continually upgrade their device."

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independent.co.uk
-Gespenst-3515d ago

Technology + Capitalism = Planned obsolescence.

SilentNegotiator3514d ago (Edited 3514d ago )

Well, if you're going to create something super mobile, you have to create tiny, very intertwined pieces. And at the break neck pace that technology advances these days, it's going to become obsolete quickly no matter what you do.

Gondee3515d ago

Since when have we been able to upgrade any mobile products from any manufacturer? Guess Ifixit needs its share of clickbait too

Speed-Racer3514d ago

My guess is that they were trying to comment on how difficult it is to repair should something go wrong. From the looks of it, if anything goes bad, you might have to throw your watch in the garbage if it's not covered within the warranty period or what qualifies for a free replacement.

franwex3514d ago

I'm sure the targeted consumer is aware of this; otherwise they can just buy a regular watch.

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Apple iWatch Series 3 Cellular – Honest Review • FinalBoss.io

It’s been over a year now since the iWatch Series 3 Cellular was released. Reviews came flooding out the gate, as they always do, but is an immediate reaction really going to give you a sense of how a watch impacts day-to-day life?

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finalboss.io
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Apple Watch 2 - Here’s What the Rumors Suggest

Will the Apple Inc Watch 2 be an improvement over its previous iteration?

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thecountrycaller.com
micx3190d ago

I felt like the first Apple Watch was overpriced and wasn't too atractive, it looked more like a toy. I still prefer classic watches.

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Has Apple Watch helped you get in shape?

Apple Watch has been on our wrists for just five months and yet it is already having an amazing impact on many people’s lives.

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cultofmac.com