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Best Buy has Apple Watch Series 5 GPS + Cellular 40mm (Unlocked, Space Black Stainless Steel Case with Black Sport Band, MWWW2LL/A) for $379. Shipping is free.

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Very good deals on Apple Watch previous gen, if you want stainless steel version at a discounted price:

Series 5 Black Stainless Steel 40mm $380

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/appl.../6215979.p

Open box excellent avail $322 QA Note: No more open box option

Other colors/bands/sizes also discounted, $400+
Link to Series 5 Black Stainless Steel 44mm $450
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/appl.../6215958.p

Stainless steel ones all include cellular capability and have a sapphire based screen rather than glass, so are more scratch resistant. Series 6 SS starts at $700, so big savings if you want SS but willing to go last gen. If you don't care about SS or cellular, not a good deal, just get Series 6.
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Model: Apple Watch Series 5 GPS + Cellular, 40mm Space Black Stainless Steel Case with Black Sport Band - S/M & M/L

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I had the aluminum on my first round of this product, which I scratched once and replaced and then shattered another.

I currently have a S4 in SS and I recommend the extra money here. It is much more durable, and I have yet to scratch it. I seem to always bump it on things, walking upstairs, etc. I'm not sold on the replacement cost for me on what adds an always on display.

This is a great deal, and worth the upgrade if you are rocking S3 or older and looking to replace. Do the stainless. It's worth the cash.
Still about $50 too much.

Same version of series 6 is typically about $150 more on Walmart's website.

That 2x brighter always on display is a big diff. Maybe not a $200 difference, but series 7 is 5-6 months away.
That is a great price. 44 mm also at $ 449.

If I didn't have the Black SS 4 series, I would be all over it.

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03-01-2021 at 06:36 AM.
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Can I still use this without cellular? Or will it constantly harass me about a lack of account configured?
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03-01-2021 at 06:36 AM.
03-01-2021 at 06:36 AM.
The 40mm SS are about 250 on Ebay for used good condition....might still be under warranty as well....The 44mm SS start out at $280, without accessories....so if you dont need brand new, that might be a better buy

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Apple-Wa...T&LH_BIN=1

Oops, they start out at $230 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Apple-Wa...g&LH_BIN=1
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03-01-2021 at 06:47 AM.
03-01-2021 at 06:47 AM.
Quote from JJaX :
Can I still use this without cellular? Or will it constantly harass me about a lack of account configured?
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207578

According to the setup page, you can set up cellular later, and remove a cellular plan at any time, so it sounds like you should be ok. I currently have a GPS only Series 3 watch though so I'm not sure.
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03-01-2021 at 07:23 AM.
03-01-2021 at 07:23 AM.
Quote from razman :
Does anyone use this with android?
If you're asking whether the iphone can be paired with an android phone the answer is no
However, it operates with offline functions once you have it setup (this is my use case since I have an android as my main phone and also the apple watch)

Basically I used a spare iphone for setup
Then I mostly use the watch for fitness (great for runs as I can store music offline and it has onboard GPS) so I don't need to carry my phone
The majority of watch apps require data syncing with the iphone though so it's useless to me
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03-01-2021 at 07:47 AM.
03-01-2021 at 07:47 AM.
Quote from fredsterific :
If you're asking whether the iphone can be paired with an android phone the answer is no
However, it operates with offline functions once you have it setup (this is my use case since I have an android as my main phone and also the apple watch)

Basically I used a spare iphone for setup
Then I mostly use the watch for fitness (great for runs as I can store music offline and it has onboard GPS) so I don't need to carry my phone
The majority of watch apps require data syncing with the iphone though so it's useless to me
What was the reason to get the apple watch? You could have gone with a Garmin?
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03-01-2021 at 08:00 AM.
03-01-2021 at 08:00 AM.
Quote from ringadingding :
Costco has series 6 for the same price. Is this a better deal?

This is stainless steel which in general expensive compared to Costco's aluminum case offering.
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03-01-2021 at 08:37 AM.
03-01-2021 at 08:37 AM.
Quote from JJaX :
Can I still use this without cellular? Or will it constantly harass me about a lack of account configured?
I have the 44mm Series 5 GPS/Cellular from BB and did not set up cell service with it. It has no nag screens, etc. about the lack of cellular. It just connects with my iPhone via bluetooth.
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03-01-2021 at 09:19 AM.
Quote from Steve_Togo :
What was the reason to get the apple watch? You could have gone with a Garmin?
It's kind of a long story but basically I thought the Garmins were too big/bulky
For my use case it was to replace a fitbit so all I want is GPS + music + sleep tracking + something really light
I run a decent amount (roughly 20 miles a week) but I'm not crazy like all the Garmin people
I also like that there's a strong developer community for the apple so there's always hope that something can be improved with software

That said, if something comes along that is better for me, I would switch in a heartbeat (pun intended Smilie)
Its really annoying to have to charge the watch every day even if I use only "basic" functions
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03-01-2021 at 09:24 AM.
03-01-2021 at 09:24 AM.
Quote from vo_danh :
Also why wouldn't you just buy the SE for less ? $330 https://www.bestbuy.com/site/appl...Id=6215987
Once you go SS can't go back.
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03-01-2021 at 09:42 AM.
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Quote from JJaX :
Can I still use this without cellular? Or will it constantly harass me about a lack of account configured?
Yes you can. I've used SS4 for more than a year without cellular service.
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Quote from vo_danh :
Also why wouldn't you just buy the SE for less ? $330 https://www.bestbuy.com/site/appl...Id=6215987
The following items may be worth an additional $40 to some people :

Always on display
Sapphire glass
Electrical heart sensor
ECG app
Stainless steel frame
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03-01-2021 at 10:56 AM.
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BBY has the same model with same option for $319.99. I just posted the deal
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Quote from Optophobia :
The following items may be worth an additional $40 to some people :

Always on display
Sapphire glass
Electrical heart sensor
ECG app
Stainless steel frame

What your input on the deal link below?

https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/14868256
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03-01-2021 at 11:11 AM.
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Quote from razman :
Does anyone use this with android?

Apple watches can't be used with android phones.

Android watches, however, can be used with iPhones.
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