Early Prime Day deal: The Apple Watch that made me a better person is now $329 on Amazon
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Full admission: I've never been that into wearable tech.
The idea of having a piece of metal strapped to your wrist, constantly beeping, reminding you to breathe, or to respond to your missed calls, seemed rather unnecessary and somewhat annoying.
But, after hearing countless friends rave about how their smartwatches changed their lifestyle for the better, I caved and decided to test out the Apple Watch Series 10 myself.
Between chugging out shopping articles and chasing around a two-year-old, I try to carve out a bit of time for myself, but it's not easy. I could definitely use a little nudge to get going from time to time. So, why not give the little smart device a shot? I'm not the only person curious about the smartwatch trend. The Series 10 is a consistent #1 bestseller on Amazon. Besides, if you wait for the perfect opportunity (like today, for example), you could snag it on sale for up to 20% off.
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Pros: Advanced smart features (Siri, Apple Pay, App Store, Call/Texting)
Sleek, attractive, lightweight build
Easy to integrate with the iPhone, and access to the entire Apple Store is very convenient
Smooth, intuitive touchscreen experience
Different band and style options are available
Cons: Shorter battery life (between 18 and 36 hours)
GPS tracking works for casual, everyday use, but is less advanced than the Garmin
The Series 10 is kind of a jack of all trades; it tracks all sorts of health markers, from heart rate to wrist temperature, sleep duration, and even period cycle tracking. It also comes with a few unique features tailored to different goals, like a Tides app for surfers and Headspace for mindfulness. Plus, it even syncs up with Strava for runners, making it a great race-training device. For me, the simple activity ring was enough to encourage me to meet my movement goals for the day. It's easy to lose track of your daily goals, but the Series 10 makes it a little bit addictive to get them done.
You can use it for fitness-tracking alone, but it's also stacked with numerous smart features and can be treated as an extension of your iPhone if you appreciate staying connected. You can receive texts and calls right from your wrist, especially useful if you're the type to stay away from your phone from time to time. Not to mention, the upgraded Series 10 offers a 30% larger screen, so squinting isn't necessary. I stare at screens all day, and this is one that doesn't bother me. The whole device is also substantially slimmer and lighter than I imagined, at just 36.4 grams. It's easy to forget you're wearing it at all.
It took me a bit of time to sync it up to my phone (an update was necessary), but navigating the Apple Watch interface and customizing the layout was a breeze, and I don't consider myself tech-savvy by any means. Since I've started wearing it, I've felt encouraged to stand up more, get in those final steps to hit my goals, and skip the binge-watching for a little extra sleep. Not to be dramatic, but it's totally transformed my life for the better, and for just $329 — it could yours too.
For a watch that can do everything from monitoring your heart rate and sleep cycles to tracking your steps and encouraging mindfulness, it feels like a true deal. I'd argue that it's a phenomenal investment for anyone looking to optimize their wellness routine, especially if you consider yourself a bit of a data nerd and like to see your health metrics and progress over time.
Flash-forward to today, and my only regret is that I didn't join the cult-favorite fitness tracker sooner.
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This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter. As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. Taking matters into her own hands, Miska intrepidly tests wellness products, ranging from Bryan Johnson's Blueprint Longevity Mix to home gym elliptical machines to Jennifer Aniston's favorite workout platform – often with her adorable one-year old daughter by her side. Before joining The Post, Miska covered lifestyle and consumer topics for the U.S. Sun and The Cannon Beach Gazette.
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