Do you wear a watch? (Poll)

[sv2007]

I'm really surprised by the results so far (50-50). I would have bet the No's would have been firmly in the lead.

Watch is convenient for active people. The phone is so delicate compared to even the cheapest digital watch.

[disneysteve]

Watch is convenient for active people. The phone is so delicate compared to even the cheapest digital watch.

I run regularly and keep active. No matter where I go, I always have my phone. And when I'm running, I use the phone for tracking my exercise.

[GoodSteward]

I hadn't worn a watch in a decade until Smartwatches came around. I just used my phone for time, and at first smartwatches just seemed like a novelty to me. I mean, they looked cool but 300$!? No thanks. Until one weekend I realized I missed a bunch of important phone calls and text messages. I decided a watch might be a good investment after all. I found the Asus zenwatch 2, which retails half the price of the cheapest Apple watch. I have worn it every day since. I have also missed very few calls or texts. It is great to not have to pull out your phone every time you just need to see what time it is, see if someone texted you, or buzz for a reminder to get something on the way home. It isn't necessary, but for me it is incredibly useful.

As a side note, the zenwatch (And apple for that matter) are square and look more techish. I am backing a kickstarter this month for a Ticwatch 2. It looks like a traditional round watch but is a smartwatch with a touch slider on the side. Awesome concept.

[sv2007]

I run regularly and keep active. No matter where I go, I always have my phone. And when I'm running, I use the phone for tracking my exercise.

I carry my phone when I jog; but that's not a really very active.

I also run, and I don't carry a phone (firstly, there's no pockets); I don't even carry my keys. In fact, if you want to steal a car, just go to the track, lots of keys (including mine are on the stands). There are joggers (rolling road blocks : ) on the track who do carry stuff; but they aren't really active.

[corn18]

I hadn't worn a watch in a decade until Smartwatches came around. I just used my phone for time, and at first smartwatches just seemed like a novelty to me. I mean, they looked cool but 300$!? No thanks. Until one weekend I realized I missed a bunch of important phone calls and text messages. I decided a watch might be a good investment after all. I found the Asus zenwatch 2, which retails half the price of the cheapest Apple watch. I have worn it every day since. I have also missed very few calls or texts. It is great to not have to pull out your phone every time you just need to see what time it is, see if someone texted you, or buzz for a reminder to get something on the way home. It isn't necessary, but for me it is incredibly useful.

As a side note, the zenwatch (And apple for that matter) are square and look more techish. I am backing a kickstarter this month for a Ticwatch 2. It looks like a traditional round watch but is a smartwatch with a touch slider on the side. Awesome concept.

I just jumped in on the Ticwatch 2 as well. Love the round shape. Tom

[GoodSteward]

I just jumped in on the Ticwatch 2 as well. Love the round shape. Tom

Were you looking before I posted?

[corn18]

I was not. I have an Apple watch and it's ok. The Ticwatch looks cooler to me so I'll give it a go.

[GoodSteward]

I was not. I have an Apple watch and it's ok. The Ticwatch looks cooler to me so I'll give it a go.

I sent a PM. I can get a free watch band for referencing you.

[scfr]

All the time. There are more times when I don't have my smart phone on me than I do. I'm not allowed to have it with me at either of my jobs, I don't want to carry it when I walk the dog, lots of my clothes don't have pockets, etc.

And besides, why would I want to hit buttons and swipe to see the time when with a watch all I have to do is turn my wrist? Also I find that checking in on my watch helps me keep track of the passage of time rather than simply knowing what time it is at the moment.

Perhaps the lack of watch wearing explains why so many of my co-workers are late coming back from their breaks?

[Thrif-t]

I always wear my watch! Have a solar powered one by Citizens, best thing ever, doesn't need batteries, and it's water proof, so I even wear it swimming.

[phantom]

I always wear my watch! Have a solar powered one by Citizens, best thing ever, doesn't need batteries, and it's water proof, so I even wear it swimming.

I have a Citizens EcoDrive that my husband got me for Christmas a few years back. But, mine's a bit on the dressy side, and I don't think its waterproof. I love that it's solar powered and I'll never have to buy a battery for it. I thought it was going to be the last watch I ever owned till I got a smartwatch. It's no longer my everyday watch, but I leave it sitting on my dresser so it's always ready for special occasions.

[disneysteve]

There are more times when I don't have my smart phone on me than I do.

In that case, I would certainly agree that a watch is necessary. That just doesn't describe me at all. I always have my phone with me - at work, at home, while exercising, on vacation, wherever.

The other thing that I realized a while ago is that there is almost always at least one clock within view. Right now, as I type this message, I can see 3 clocks - one on my computer screen, one on my office phone display, and a wall clock hanging outside the room I'm sitting in.

At home, there is a clock in every room where I spend any amount of time. It might be on the wall, the phone, the computer, the cable box, the VCR, the bedside table, etc.

The only time I really need to look at my cellphone to see the time is if I'm out somewhere.

[DaveInPgh]

My wife wear's a watch but I do not. Wore one for awhile because it was a gift from her, but never really felt comfortable having it on.

Neither of us wear wedding rings. Just not jewelry people.

[DaveInPgh]

Watch is convenient for active people. The phone is so delicate compared to even the cheapest digital watch.

There is a variety of gear available for people to keep their phone safe while exercising. It is rare that I see a runner without a phone. Many hold them in their hands and trust they won't throw or drop kick it down the trail/track.

[kork13]

It is rare that I see a runner without a phone.

As a runner/cyclist, I would NEVER go out without my phone, simply for safety's sake -- if I get clipped by a car or otherwise injured, I want to be able to call for help. Additionally, my phone (unlike my watch) streams Pandora.