Apple Watch
<!--kg-card-begin: markdown--><p>After months of industry speculation, Apple today released pricing for the new <a href="http://www.apple.com/watch/">Apple Watch</a>. As a registered iFanboy, I’m legally required to purchase one. I wasn’t even sure when they were originally announced last fall if I’d want one, but I’ve come around.</p>
<p>However, I haven’t decided which one to purchase. Because I don’t have $10,000 sitting around, the “Edition” line is out. That leaves the stainless steel (starting at $549) and the aluminum versions ($349/$399) to choose from. Then it comes down to straps.</p>
<p>There are many obvious things to consider…</p>
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<li>Material durability: I work in datacenters, I have small children, I occasionally go outside. Which one is going to hold up better under such abuse?</li>
<li>Fashion and personal preference: I like things that look nice. But I’m not flashy.</li>
<li>Face size: I have small wrists, and traditionally wear smaller faced watches. But would I like something bigger?</li>
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<p>Then there are the, less obvious…</p>
<ul>
<li>What cost am I willing to pay for a smartwatch?</li>
<li>What cost am I willing to try and convince my wife that she should let me pay for a smartwatch?</li>
<li>What cost is my wife actually willing to let me pay for a smartwatch?</li>
</ul>
<p>Humm… decisions, decisions.</p>
<p>As it is, I’m leaning towards the <a href="http://store.apple.com/us/buy-watch/apple-watch?product=MJ2Y2LL/A&step=detail">38mm Stainless Steel w/ Black Sport Band</a>.</p>
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