Customers are impressed with the Apple Watch Series 5's cellular connectivity, which allows them to leave their phones at home without missing calls or messages. They also appreciate its user-friendly interface, convenience, and built-in fitness tracking capabilities. While some users have expressed concerns about battery life, the overall sentiment towards the Apple Watch Series 5 is positive.
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Pros mentioned:
Always-on display, Gps
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best of the best so far...
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Although annoyed it’s currently on sale for $100 less than I paid, I love my Series 5. Always-on display, Seconal Meyer, and expanded health options are all on display. The compass functionality is fantastic as well. Went to the store yesterday without my phone. Listened to a podcast via cellular streaming and paid with Apple Pay. The future is now people, bring out the hoverboards. One caveat is the battery life is noticeably diminished compared to Series 3 (never had 4). That’s the only complaint though.
This review is from Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS + Cellular) 44mm Silver Aluminum Case with White Sport Band - Silver Aluminum (Verizon) - (2019)
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Apple Watch series 5 cellular
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I like this watch. Ha, once I bumped it hard working on my motorcycle and it was going to call 911, of course I turned it off. Thought that was cool. I can also talk to someone while my hands are busy or by my side. Very clear. This is the first time I ever owned an Apple Watch. Very nice, works great. Does everything I need it to do.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works as advertised.
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I’ve had the 2nd, 4th and now 5th generation and they only get better. It’s a wrist phone that happens to tell time, too. I use it all day long.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Smart Watch on the market
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I’ve had every Apple Watch series since the original. This is the best one yet, the battery life is great if you don’t use the “always on” display feature. The heart monitoring feature is nice, and 32gb of internal memory is a good upgrade. I don’t see the value of the more expensive finishes, so I alway gets the aluminum sport model. The cellular option is convenient too, I like having it available in case I forget my phone a home or take a walk and don’t want to bring my phone. My only complaint is I wish I could have picked the black Nike sport loop packaged with the watch vs a black rubber sport band. I don’t like the rubber band as it either fits loose or too tight, but that’s not a deal breaker.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cellular
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good quality watch
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Love it compared to my original Apple Watch, don’t have to have my phone on me at all times.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for everyday use
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I enjoyed this purchase. Bands are good and plenty of options in them now. The functions are great. I wish I knew how to sync my music to it but other than that it’s great!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love the watch, easy to use
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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It works great with my phone and easy to figure it out
This review is from Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS + Cellular) 44mm Gold Aluminum Case with Pink Sand Sport Band - Gold Aluminum (Verizon) - (2019)
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gps
Cons mentioned:
Battery life, Screen scratch
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
this watch does it all
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Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
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This is my first Apple Watch and it’s awesome. I see a lot of people complaining about battery life. Apple advertises 18 hours and it gets that. The compass is a great addition for me because I hunt and I’m in the middle of the woods a lot. The health stuff is well done and has dozens of third-party add on apps that are very extensive. I love having an alarm on my wrist that vibrates and wakes me up because I’m a really heavy sleeper. The only negative is the glass scratches easily.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Durability
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent for seniors
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
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I Purchased this because of the extra features of keeping track of exercises, plus keeping me alert as to my heart rate. I have a health issue that I need to watch to make sure my heart rhythm is in sync. Advanced feature that I did not know I had. I tripped over him electric cord causing me to fall. My watch alarm went off letting me know it detected a fall and if I did not respond I was OK would summon an ambulance. Later however I accidentally cracked the crystal. It worked efficiently for a long period of time then moisture got in . I had to pay $550 fee to buy a brand new watch.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Screen scratch
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very helpful fitness watch!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Love the new series 5. It has a ton of cool fitness tracking apps & options. I mainly got it for working out, running, fitness stuff. I almost got a fit bit but went with this instead because I already have an iPhone & mac. Pairs nicely with both. Although, I’ve only had it for two weeks and there’s already a small scratch on the screen. I have no idea how it got there. I put a screen guard on it as soon as I bought it & I haven’t hit it on anything.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cellular, Gps
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So many improvements over my Gen 2 watch
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I’ve been using a Gen 2 watch for 3-1/2 years and it became indispensable. I recommend Apple watches to everyone that asks about them. The Gen 5 is a big leap forward as far as features go. I went with GPS and cellular this time, neither of which were available when I got my first Apple Watch. What can I say? Absolutely worth the extra money. The 44mm vs. the 40mm face is awesome. Streaming music from my watch and the ability to take phone calls away from my phone is a phenomenal convenience. Love it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Always-on display
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Smartwatch!
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
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This is my second Apple Watch that I have owned. My first was a basic Series 2. It was horrible. I then figured I would give Apple watches another try, and the Series 5 is great! It responds so much better to touch, the screen is a lot bigger, Siri actually works, and I really like the AOD, some say that it drains the battery too much. However, it will last about a day and a half if fully charged while using AOD. To me that isn’t an issue since my watch is put on the charger every single night after work.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cellular
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great watch!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought this watch after trying all the Fitbit products on the market. The Fitbit was ok but just never kept a charge and I was always having to carry my phone with my watch when I ran, which was ridiculously taxing. All I can say is that I wish I would have bought this watch sooner because now I can run and text and talk with just my watch and leave my bulky cell phone behind! It is a must buy!
This review is from Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS + Cellular) 44mm Silver Aluminum Case with White Sport Band - Silver Aluminum (Verizon) - (2019)
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cellular
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent product.recommend GPS+cellular option
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I upgraded to the 5 and added the cellular feature. I wanted the fall detection feature as well as the ECG element. Now I don’t have to have phone in my possession to use it completely.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Iwatch 5
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Item is awesome. Ordering and receiving it was another story. Originally ordered a Series 4 and BB canceled the order the day I was to pick it up. I then ordered the 5 and when I went to pick it up , there was no employee there who could scan the SIM card correctly and I had to return the next day to get it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Pricey
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great phone & time piece
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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This watch was pricey but with that said it's a Awesome little computer and tells time .It does everything but make coffee!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Convenience
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very convenient
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Very convenient and I can leave my phone in the car. I enjoy wearing it and it looks great too.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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This is my second Apple Watch and I love it more than the first. Best feature is the always on display. The only downside is the battery life but it does charge quickly so really not a great big hindrance. And 18 month financing didn’t hurt either!
And, all my series 3 bands fit! Another bonus!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The 5 Series Is Worth It
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I bought this when my Motiv ring failed so that I could keep track of my fitness activity. The watch gives you a lot of other features - more are coming with the next WatchOS release - and the fact that it integrates with your phone for making calls and texting - is a big bonus. After I got mine, my wife wanted her own so now we have two in the family.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great watch...make sure WatchOS is updated
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Initially, battery life was terrible, likely due to the AOD, but recent OS updates have helped and I am now getting as good or better battery than previous Watch generations.