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Re: Moto 360

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Post by ghshephard »

glomph wrote: post #147
mikeryan wrote: post #44

Am I the only one who doesn't wear a watch (even if I wanted to) because I don't like the way it scratches against my MacBook Pro?

I find it hilarious that you name the exact model of laptop.

That wasn't the exact laptop model, just a general laptop description. The Model name is usually something like, "MacBookPro11,1", and an exact model would be, "ME864xx/A","ME865xx/A", or "ME866xx/A".

I think it's reasonably to say, "Macbook Pro" as a generic reference. Nothing is really gained/lost by saying, "Mac Laptop". And, you do need to distinguish it's your unibody mac laptop, not a dell laptop, which likely doesn't mind being scratched by a watch that much. This is a Point for Dell! - My Latitude 2120 has been all over the planet in all sorts of rough conditions, doesn't have a visible scratch, unlike my macbook air - which is pretty ugly (but still working) shape after the same two years.

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Post by tomkarlo »

wffurr wrote: post #93
sliverstorm wrote: post #47

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Why do you rest your wrists on your MacBook Pro while you type?

Who doesn't rest their wrists on the palm rest of the laptop when they type?

You're not supposed to - but most of us do it. In theory, you're only suppose to rest your wrists downwards when not typing, because doing so takes them out a neutral position. I'm not saying you should change, just trying to discourage the notion that's a healthy habit. (http://www.webmd.com/back-pain/proper-sitting-posture-for-ty...)

Re: Moto 360

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Post by krzyk »

objclxt wrote: post #71
dangravell wrote: post #41

Can I ask a dumb question? Is this a stand-alone device (requiring a SIM card) or does it require pairing with a phone for data access? Because if it's the latter it's no better on the key feature of portability than the existing Samsung/Pebble devices (AIUI).

I would be amazed and/or shocked if it had a 3G radio in. It surely has to be paired with a phone for data access. The power requirements alone would result in a watch that had a 2 hour battery! I suppose it could use WiFi, but that seems unlikely. I am guessing bluetooth pairing...

Well, it doesn't have to be 3G, good old GSM, so I could leave my phone in the locker and go to gym and have all the data available to me right there. It has small screen, which most of the time should be turned off, without bluetooth (which is battery hungry also) and without wifi, I think it should work for 1 day. That kind of smartwatch I would definitely buy.

Re: Moto 360

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Post by mikeryan »

glomph wrote: post #147
mikeryan wrote: post #44

Am I the only one who doesn't wear a watch (even if I wanted to) because I don't like the way it scratches against my MacBook Pro?

I find it hilarious that you name the exact model of laptop.

I appreciate that, I actually went back and forth on mentioning the specific model. It seemed relevant because of the case material (and dimensions of the trackpad/palm area), and I don't remember having the same issue with previous plastic case laptops.

Re: Moto 360

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Post by gnopgnip »

pearjuice wrote: post #152

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This device just connects to your phone.

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Post by tluyben2 »

w1ntermute wrote: post #167
pavanky wrote: post #156

Earlier quoted context omitted.

This is anecdotal evidence but I've noticed people using idevices mention the models rather than generic device names. I wonder why that is.

Apple is more a fashion company than a tech company. Those who buy and use its products are primarily concerned with advertising the fact that they use Apple products - conspicuous consumption. It's no different from how Gucci or Prada owners make sure to prominently display the brand of their handbag when they are in public. It's a simple form of signaling your identity, that you belong to a particular group. This i…

I'll say it again; please advice me what non-Apple laptop to buy which can compete with my 11 inch Air. I tried many and all are more expensive than my 'status fashion Air' and they all feel/work like crap compared. Wobbly/shaky and expensive. But tell me what is better for the same price, I'll get one tomorrow and let's see if what kind of fashion we are talking about.

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Post by jey »

w1ntermute wrote: post #167
pavanky wrote: post #156

Earlier quoted context omitted.

This is anecdotal evidence but I've noticed people using idevices mention the models rather than generic device names. I wonder why that is.

Apple is more a fashion company than a tech company. Those who buy and use its products are primarily concerned with advertising the fact that they use Apple products - conspicuous consumption. It's no different from how Gucci or Prada owners make sure to prominently display the brand of their handbag when they are in public. It's a simple form of signaling your identity, that you belong to a particular group. This i…

No, what's incredible is that they're simultaneously a tech company and a fashion company. Perhaps it would be most accurate to say they are a design company in the consumer electronics market. Calling them a "design-oriented company" is inclusive of their multiple facets, including usability, fashion, and performance.

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Post by frade33 »

I am still failing to get the idea of enabling phone related services on a tiny device like this, it’s unlikely it can run sms/phone calls at its own, rather you would have to keep a smartphone with it. That said, I guess the focus should be on doing something that phone can’t. Than indirectly using your phone by this device, which barely makes any sense to me.

The device depicted in the images does not appeal me, it’s seems massive and old fashioned. I don’t think a smartwatch should have this look. We do not need a touch screen enabled watch, we are talking here about a ‘smart’ watch.

Re: Moto 360

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Post by mongol »

tluyben2 wrote: post #216
w1ntermute wrote: post #167

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Apple is more a fashion company than a tech company. Those who buy and use its products are primarily concerned with advertising the fact that they use Apple products - conspicuous consumption. It's no different from how Gucci or Prada owners make sure to prominently display the brand of their handbag when they are in public. It's a simple form of signaling your identity, that you belong to a particular group. This i…

I'll say it again; please advice me what non-Apple laptop to buy which can compete with my 11 inch Air. I tried many and all are more expensive than my 'status fashion Air' and they all feel/work like crap compared. Wobbly/shaky and expensive. But tell me what is better for the same price, I'll get one tomorrow and let's see if what kind of fashion we are talking about.

Lenovo Carbon? Maybe it is bigger

Re: Moto 360

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Post by ZoFreX »

Dirlewanger wrote: post #24

An aside: When does the deal of selling Motorola Mobility to Lenovo close? I'm assuming not for a while and this is why they're still branded as a Google company?

The sale hasn't gone through yet, so they're still a Google company for the time being.
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