Time for another watch thread
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The unadulterated loyalty often invovles brand-centric fan groups, which scientists refer to as brand communities. These groups, which have formed around Apple, Harley-Davidson and even Hello Kitty, seem to rise up largely without the aid of sly marketing campaigns and instead by grassroots movements with their own rituals and traditions. Some even say the Apple community has the makings of a cult, with fanaticism that comes close to religious furor.
These groups can form out of necessity, the desire to be part of a community, and a shared sense that members understand something that, well, not everybody else gets.
In addition, Apple fans always have something new to keep their interest, an important component in fueling any fanaticism, researchers say. And, as is the case with fans of any brand, objects can become more than the sum of their parts — they can represent a lifestyle and more.
These groups can form out of necessity, the desire to be part of a community, and a shared sense that members understand something that, well, not everybody else gets.
In addition, Apple fans always have something new to keep their interest, an important component in fueling any fanaticism, researchers say. And, as is the case with fans of any brand, objects can become more than the sum of their parts — they can represent a lifestyle and more.
To be fair, whilst you can reach your Watch, trying to read the tiny notification about a foot and a half away means taking your eyes off the road for longer while you twist your grip on the wheel and/or swap hands to read the notifications. It's just another distraction in the car that could cause and accident.
They'll ban them whilst driving a car eventually as one of those watches going off, vibrating or whatever else it is they do to alert you could make someone lose control of the steering wheel while they have a look at what's just come through on their watch.
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Oh no! Dilemma!! It's looking like there will be no one home to sign for my Watch on Friday, this is unacceptable 
Now, do I change the delivery address or not? I have a feeling if I do I'll slip down the list. Tried bribery, not having it, I can definitely arrange delivery after the first attempt but I'm only away on Friday so won't be happy all weekend. I'd cancel my meeting but it's a fun job at the Nurburgring that I want more than a Watch.
Now, do I change the delivery address or not? I have a feeling if I do I'll slip down the list. Tried bribery, not having it, I can definitely arrange delivery after the first attempt but I'm only away on Friday so won't be happy all weekend. I'd cancel my meeting but it's a fun job at the Nurburgring that I want more than a Watch.
Oh no! Dilemma!! It's looking like there will be no one home to sign for my Watch on Friday, this is unacceptable Now, do I change the delivery address or not? I have a feeling if I do I'll slip down the list. Tried bribery, not having it, I can definitely arrange delivery after the first attempt but I'm only away on Friday so won't be happy all weekend. I'd cancel my meeting but it's a fun job at the Nurburgring that I want more than a Watch.
Now, do I change the delivery address or not? I have a feeling if I do I'll slip down the list. Tried bribery, not having it, I can definitely arrange delivery after the first attempt but I'm only away on Friday so won't be happy all weekend. I'd cancel my meeting but it's a fun job at the Nurburgring that I want more than a Watch.
The number of apps now updated for the watch and the functionality promised shows a real commitment from the devs. To me that implies faith in the platform unless they have all been bribed.
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they do exist, they are called mobile phone shops 
I must say the Three shop and the staff in there are excellent.I rather go into those than into an apple shop full of sanctimonious spotty teenagers trying to fleece you of your hard earned for the next addon to your iphold, gaypad, or that ridiculous watch.
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One more day before we all get to see the future.
In the mean time Apple have released the latest Guided Tours, such marketing ******.
http://www.apple.com/watch/guided-tours/
In the mean time Apple have released the latest Guided Tours, such marketing ******.
http://www.apple.com/watch/guided-tours/
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It feels like the first iPhone or iPad, the ones that follow are just 'Better' can't wait. I'll let you know my heart rate when I first put it on and if you also have a Watch I'll draw you a picture of a dick and send it.
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Jack is just joking, Loz. He'll never traumatise you with him sending you anything like that.
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