Apple Watch S10 (gloss black aluminum metal China version) quick review
by Poster
Sep 21, 2024
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# # Background
I have been using the Apple Watch since the first generation and keep the S8. This year is the year of routine upgrades. I originally wanted to switch to Ultra 3 because the appearance of Ultra is tougher and closer to my aesthetics. However, there is no update this year, so we can only continue to use the regular model.
This year's regular models have the following points that are quite interesting:
-The aluminum metal case with glossy texture is a bit interesting. I wonder how to match it with the black stainless steel chain strap that has not been used for a long time?
-The mainland version (Bank of China) cannot be charged quickly, what should I do? More importantly, can all kinds of previous charging accessories still be charged by the Bank of China?
# # Conclusion
* * Overall okay * *. There are bright spots and some things that fall short of expectations, but overall I still stay.
# # Key Points Quick Review
-Gloss Black Appearance:
-The whole body is deep black, and the surface appearance is very good when it is not lit.
-But this gloss black is not bright enough, and it doesn't have the metal high gloss of the previous black stainless steel version. The bright black process itself is one of the few innovations, but it is still too reluctant to compete with the polishing effect of stainless steel.
-With the ancient black stainless steel chain strap (entered in 2015), it can be seen, but the strap is obviously more glossy. Considering that Watch has not had a black stainless steel case for many generations (and there is a high probability that it won't have it in the future), now it can only use this gloss black version to fill the house.
-Charging problem:
-As an equipment party, there are too many accessories, so I never use my own charging cable. If the previous accessories can't be used, I won't use the Bank of China! After my actual test, fortunately, it can be charged normally.
-The specific charging efficiency has not been re-tested.
-Thin off the charts:
-I didn't care about thinning, but as a result, I obviously felt lighter and thinner after I got started, and the feeling was particularly obvious.
# # Is the Bank of China?
Before getting the physical item, I was also studying the channels of non-national banks. It is a better choice to visit Hong Kong or Japan physically and then buy one conveniently.
But considering the following points, I'm put off:
-Non-national Apple Watch has no price advantage.
-According to my own daily behavior path, I have time to fully charge it slowly.
-Go out and buy.
So, in the end, I decided to leave it at that!
# # Notes
The charging accessories tested are as follows:
-Apple MagSafe Duo 2-in-1 Charger
-Belkin BOOST ↑ CHARGE ™ PRO Portable Watch Charging Base
-Anker MagGo (Qi2) 3-in-1 3-in-1 charging base
-Satechi Dual Sided 2-in-1 USB-C 2-in-1 Charger
-Satechi 3-in-1 Foldable Qi2 3-in-1 Charging Dock
Replies
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Anonymous1683 Sep 21, 2024I plan to buy the Hong Kong version. My colleague went on a business trip to Hong Kong and asked him to help me bring one. I plan to pay 200 for the travel expenses, which is a little more expensive than Air China's...
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Anonymous1843 Sep 21, 2024Isn't it bright like the gloss black iPhone 7
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Poster Sep 21, 2024@ Anonymous1843 Yes, it's very close to the gloss black of the iPhone 7. But it can only rely on impressions, and there is no direct comparison. The 7 glossy black ones back then were easy to scratch and peel off the paint
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Anonymous1805 Sep 21, 2024@ Anonymous1683 Which one do you buy?
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Anonymous11910 Sep 21, 2024The same model as OP. I brought it back after picking it up from Hong Kong last night and activating it. The S7 stainless steel 41mm I wore before feels a little lighter to wear and does not look bloated. Other improvements are not obvious, including fast charging. It feels like the original The S7 series fast charging is similar. It does not charge to 80% in 30 minutes. Maybe I didn't start charging from 0% or 1% What's more surprising is that the external sound quality is much better than expected, but there are very few applicable scenarios. Moreover, I didn't know how to turn on the watch last night to play it. After playing it once, no matter how I try it now, it is played on my mobile phone. The watch will not play alone, and it is still fumbling
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Anonymous1683 Sep 21, 2024@ Anonymous1805 # 4 46mm bright black or white, I wonder if the bright black scratches will be very conspicuous
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Anonymous3168 Sep 21, 2024The speakers of the S10 are so tasteless that I went to the AppleStore last night to have a look. If it is a little noisy, I can't hear the sound clearly. Before, I imagined that the map finally had a prompt sound when the car was driving, but now it seems that it has been shattered, and the wind is probably hard to hear clearly.
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Anonymous10836 Sep 21, 2024Ultra1st generation, ready to wear a titanium Milanese strap, it feels good
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Anonymous5311 Sep 21, 2024Charging an s10 with a fast charging cable from an s8? It seems to solve the problem of slow charging in the Bank of China
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Anonymous3189 Sep 21, 2024@ Anonymous5311 Impossible, use the previous fast charging cable or slow charging
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Anonymous11598 Sep 21, 2024@ Anonymous11910 If you have the opportunity to test and charge the National Bank's s10 to see the charging speed.
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Anonymous1441 Sep 21, 2024@ Anonymous10836 official 1700 +, I bought a w&p for about 180 yuan and it hasn't arrived yet, I don't know how this kind of watch strap from a third party is 😂
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Anonymous11910 Sep 21, 2024Another point I found is that the aluminum alloy back shell is a bit sticky, not as lubricated as the previous ceramic back shell, and it always feels sticking to the skin. I wonder if there is a similar situation in OP
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Poster Sep 21, 2024@ Anonymous11910 I haven't worn it for long, replace the original S8. Because the mobile phone system is still at 17 and has not been upgraded to 18
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Anonymous11911 Sep 21, 2024The reasonable thing is that the charger of the old watch can charge the National Bank s10 The trouble is that the new s10 National Bank charger cannot charge the old watch
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Anonymous6999 Sep 22, 2024The screen is 1mm larger and 1mm thinner, with more speakers and two useless sensors After waiting for a year, I got a big lump; The Bank of China's inability to fast charge has eliminated all the advantages of the S10 It is even more than a little slower than the charging of the previous three generations; Even if the speed is the same, it won't pull like this
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Anonymous11912 Sep 23, 2024What is the abrasion resistance of this gloss black look please? I am worried that the surface will be covered with scratches after daily use for a long time. The previous frosted surface is not obvious, but the bright surface can be seen at a glance
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Poster Sep 23, 2024@ Anonymous11912 Sorry, haven't used it heavily yet, so no clear conclusion. But I'd like to believe that this version's gloss black wear resistance is much higher than the previous iPhone 7
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Anonymous11912 Sep 23, 2024@ Poster OK OK, thank you very much
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Anonymous11758 Sep 23, 2024The look and feel are like a layer of piano paint. Compared with the polished titanium alloy version, the appearance is still much lower, but the price is cheaper. It should be an extra choice for those who like all black.