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🗑️ What I Replaced Not Recommended Retired

Apple Watch (Gen 1 & 2)

Early smartwatch experience that did not hold up for my requirements.

Apple Watch (Gen 1 & 2)

Stability and workflow annoyances were too frequent for my tolerance.

I moved to Garmin for durability, focus, and long-term reliability.

The Good

  • • Strong ecosystem vision for the time
  • • Good concept for mainstream smart wearables

Watchouts

  • • Reliability issues in my use
  • • Workflow friction after updates

Replacement Context

Garmin Forerunner 265S

No active recommendation from my current setup.