iPad Pros

Apple Watch Retrospective with Matt Birchler (iPad Pros - 0188)

Jan 4, 2024

UI/UX designer Matt Birchler joins the podcast for an Apple Watch retrospective. They discuss favorite features, the impact on their lives, and the introduction of the always-on display in Series 5. They also talk about the features of Series 6, review various Apple Watch bands, explore different features of the watch, and discuss durability and the upcoming redesign.

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Matt Birchler

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Quick takeaways

The Apple Watch has transitioned from skepticism to mainstream success, proving its value among users.

Each iteration of the Apple Watch has brought improvements and new capabilities, with the Series 4 introducing health features like ECG monitoring and fall detection.

The Apple Watch Ultra, with its enhanced battery life, bright screen, and ample storage, has reignited interest and anticipation for future innovations in the device's form and function.

Deep dives

Introduction of Apple Watch and Initial Skepticism

The Apple Watch was initially met with skepticism from the Apple community, but has now become a mainstream device.

Introduction

4min

Initial Excitement and Favorite Features

11min

Apple Watch Series 5: Introducing the Always-On Display

21min

Apple Watch Series 5 and Glisten Sponsorship

6min

Apple Watch Series 6 Features

19min

Review and Comparison of Apple Watch Bands

1min

Exploring the Features of the Apple Watch

13min

Discussion about Apple Watch durability and upcoming redesign

4min

Matt Birchler is a UI/UX designer at NMI and makes videos over on A Better Computer. Learn more about Matt at www.birchtree.me. Matt joins the podcast once again for our annual non-iPad episode this year diving into a retrospective on the Apple Watch.

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Live Video Recording:

https://youtube.com/live/mlrdAOoQxJk

Links:

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/glisten-language-podcasts/id6447008785

https://birchtree.me

https://youtube.com/@abettercomputer

https://birchtree.me/blog/watchos-3-the-birchtree-review/

https://birchtree.me/blog/watchos-4-review/

https://birchtree.me/blog/watchos-5-review/

https://birchtree.me/blog/watchos-6-the-birchtree-review/

https://birchtree.me/blog/watchos-7-the-birchtree-review/