Apple Declares Series 0 Apple Watches Obsolete: The Fall of the Luxury Gold Watch

Apple Declares Series 0 Apple Watches Obsolete: The Fall of the Luxury Gold Watch

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Apple has declared the Series 0 Apple Watches as obsolete, meaning they are no longer eligible for repairs or parts from Apple or authorized service providers. This includes the aluminum and stainless steel variants, as well as the solid gold Apple Watch Edition. The solid gold watch was a luxury offering from Apple, but the company discontinued it after a year in favor of introducing newer models. Apple provides support for its products for several years before moving them to the obsolete list.

Samsung Teases the Arrival of the Galaxy Ring

Samsung Teases the Arrival of the Galaxy Ring

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Samsung Galaxy Wearable app icons have hinted at the upcoming release of the Samsung Galaxy Ring, a smart ring that measures health indicators and sleep. This discovery, along with previous patents filed by Samsung, suggests that the company has been exploring the idea of a smart ring since 2015. Further evidence of the Galaxy Ring was found in the Galaxy Wearable app’s code, referencing the device by name and showcasing Bluetooth connectivity prompts for the smart ring. Samsung’s potential entry into the smart ring market could bring more competition and make the category more mainstream. What sets Samsung apart is its integration with Samsung Health and other Android apps, allowing for seamless data sharing. For those who struggle to sleep with a smartwatch, a smart ring could serve as a less intrusive alternative for tracking sleep patterns and addressing sleep-related issues like night sweats.