My First Stainless Steel Apple Watch - Series 8 Graphite Unboxing + Impressions
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Here’s an unboxing and first impressions of the Apple Watch Series 8.
Stainless Steel Graphite.0:00 Why I’m Upgrading
0:42 Unboxing
4:00 S7 Aluminum vs S8 Stainless Steel
4:33 Graphite vs Midnight
4:51 S4 40mm vs S8 41mm
5:24 S8 Graphite with Milanese Loop
7:42 Should you upgrade?
8:25 Watch Band Test
10:02 Testing the NEW watch face
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Who's getting the Series 8? or the ultra?
@TheGodzilla2201
Жыл бұрын
Im getting the Series 8 41mm in Product Red next week. I cant wait.
@domi420one4
Жыл бұрын
I got the stainless steel series 5 for a few years now, I’m getting the 8 and I’m really excited 😊
@tokiyakillsinsight160
Жыл бұрын
Lol I got both
@danielcruz5436
Жыл бұрын
@@tokiyakillsinsight160 Who need two?
@BetrayFriends
Жыл бұрын
@Jon Imperial Did you get the GPS or GPS & Celular ?
You should zoom in to the watch, it's hard to see anything.
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
I realized that after. I was editing in a big screen didn’t realize how people would see it on their phones. BUT I tried to do better with the Ultra. ✌🏾
@apidas
Жыл бұрын
yeah, this video sucks
@vastworldknowledge
Жыл бұрын
@@JonImperial do you like ultra or stainless steel better? Visually
Beautiful!
As someone who has the four, this was helpful
Great video Jon! The graphite is so sleek 😍
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Thanks bro! Yes, the graphite looks amazing!
I’m planning on getting the 45mm graphite stainless steel version with the graphite milanese loop :)upgrading from a 1.5 space gray series 6 ailunium 44mm
Love the GRAPHITE Jon! Stainless steel for the win!! Been rocking the SS model since the original watch and it’s amazing.
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
It’s honestly so nice. I don’t know how I’ll ever go back to the aluminum version again. I’m screwed. 😂
Hooked on the Stainless Graphite!
I love your office/study. It looks so welcoming and comfortable. I might have to renovate mine to look the same. :)
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! 🙏🏾
Good video if there was more zooming plan video. We can’t see anything and I especially wanted to see this watch with this bands you just tested
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Yes, I realized that after! 🤦🏽♂️The Apple Watch Ultra video is better.
The series 8 didn't really do it for me this year when it came to features. And honestly, I really thought that the series 8 was going to get the redesign instead of the Ultra, which was why I had held off on the series 7 originally for over a year. So instead of shelling out for a series 8, I got a sweet deal on a refurbished series 7 45mm Apple Watch in graphite, and I love it. It's my third stainless steel Apple Watch I've owned, with the previous two being a silver stainless steel series 3 and a space black stainless steel series 5. I can't ever go back to an aluminum Apple Watch anymore because I love the weight of the stainless steel models, and how they feel more like a watch on my wrist instead of just a toy like the two aluminum models I used to own. (The two being a gold series 0, and a space black series 2 Nike edition). Also...Graphite! Best color ever, imo. :)
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Yeah the series 7 is pretty much the same! Graphite for the win 😊
this is convenient, you have the exact watch i have and the exact watch im looking to upgrade to lol
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Happy to hear that! 😊
got the series 8 yesterday. awesome watch
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Enjoy!! 😁
Unfortunately the compass app and backtrack feature aren’t compatible with Milanese loop. Apple should advertise this more clearly.
Looks really great! Did you ever run into problems with the loop scratching the watch?
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Not necessarily, but I can also see that happening.
Off topic, how did you do the wood accent wall? It’s gorgeous
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
I used these - www.thewoodveneerhub.com/jonimperial
Just a question though ~ i am opting for the stainless steel just for the scratch resistance with the sapphire but i am a workout freak and worried about the weight difference when compared with the s9 aluminium with nike band .. what do you think ? I do not have access to the stainless steel in the shops near me to see the bulkiness myself ..
@JonImperial
8 ай бұрын
Hmm. Have you had an AW before? Are they beat up?
@marksman6803
7 ай бұрын
@JonImperial nope I haven’t used any AW before ….
Great video but I couldn’t really see the watch because the camera seems to be too far away with no zoom. So I had to go and watch other videos to get a closer look
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
I know! 😅 I realized it after... that mistake allowed me to create a better Apple Watch Ultra review... I appreciate you watching it. 🙏🏾
The stainless steel 45mm series 8 is the same price as the ultra. Ultra is too bulky and not for 99% of people. The aluminum 45mm is best bang for buck imo.
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Yes, can’t beat the value of the aluminum!
@jonRboy
Жыл бұрын
Yes, I agree. I did realize after weighing the options that the 45mm SS series 8 was same price as Ultra, but as you stated, felt the Ultra was too bulky. I'm not an extreme athlete so I don't need features designed for that. But I have to admit the large screen size and battery life was compelling. But it was too bulky and blocky. Seemed like I had a piece of machinery or a brick strapped to my wrist. It looked awkward.
@prajwal1402
Жыл бұрын
@@haki3353 held an aluminum watch for 4 years - 0 scratches. just don't be careless with the watch.
@prajwal1402
Жыл бұрын
@@haki3353 0. You would probably need to see it under a microscope if at all there are any
I'm getting the Apple watch series 8, Hermés in space black stainless steel with single tour. And that would be so freakin' awesome... 🤩
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! Hope you like it! 😁
If you have the cellular version and don’t want to have an additional cellular plan, would it still work? Can use as normal watch?
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Yes! You don’t need a cellular plan for it to work, 😊
I've had a Series 5 since that came out, but decided it was time for an upgrade - I don't really need one, but... Going for the Midnight aluminium one. Been considering Nomad's titanium band as well, should I suddenly find myself with 250 bucks I don't know what to do with. (Hasn't happened so far.)
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Haha! That's fair! It is expensive, but it's really nice!!
@GlamishMom
Жыл бұрын
I am the same. Series 5 is fine-ish but I just pulled the trigger on the series 8. 🤤 Very excited.
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
@@GlamishMom nice!! The edge to edge display is nice. I think that’s great. Idk how well the S5 battery is with always on display but I have no issues with mine. 😁
@GlamishMom
Жыл бұрын
@@JonImperial yes - my battery life is just not good with the series 5 and that’s one of my biggest problems. I can’t wear it to bed. I’m excited to have a watch I can use for all the things. I started running a few months ago and do fitness+ and I think it will be a good upgrade.
Had the ultra and sent it back as it kept pulling on my shirts the stainless steel s8 is so much better and paired perfectly with my iPhone 14 plus
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
I thought I wasn’t gonna like the Ultra but I did. I think it’s good to stick to what works for you.
A word off advice : avoid the Milanese loop to touch your watch. Especially the back of the watch or it’s sides. Cheers for your purchase 🎉
@bendixtrinity
Жыл бұрын
even though its stainless steel case?
@edvardasvalius4474
Жыл бұрын
@@bendixtrinity it will scratch the s*it out of it. Ask me how i know...
Awesome vid! I should probably move on from my Series 3. 😅 #graphite
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
You'll like it! I loved upgrading from the series 4 to 7!
is your Nomad steelband having trouble with the magnets also? I dropped my Apple Watch 3 times because the buckle opens itself.... Im going for the Apple Watch steelband now because I can't trust my Nomad steelband....
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
I have not experienced that. Do you think you have it too tight or too loose? 🤷🏽♂️
@richardkoolen8396
Жыл бұрын
@@JonImperial I recon the fit is just right. But it seems like it only connect thru its magnets and de little clasp doesn’t grip anymore. Those things I used to need to squeeze, but now I can open the band without needing to squeeze the side buttons.
i have the Series 7 stainless steel silver the micro scratches done by my Milanese loop is crazy never thought it would scratch easily, how about the graphite? Does it scratch easily by your Milanese loop?
Just got a series 8 today, and so far so good👍
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Awesome which one did you get?
How is the graphite with scratches? I want to get the SS graphite but I’ve read the silver is better as you can polish it. I’m coming from a s3 aluminum and getting the SS cause of the glass cause I don’t want to damage the screen.
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
I can’t really say anything about it. I haven’t owned a SS before. Also, I ended up switching to the Ultra. Sorry.
@Nej89
Жыл бұрын
@@JonImperial can I ask why did you switch to the Ultra? I have purchased a 45mm SS graphite series 8 like the one in your video, but I’m also now thinking of returning it for the ultra. As it’s a new design, plus I’ve never had a Apple Watch before so this would be my 1st.
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
@@Nej89 I have a video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dJ9rxq2EnZrVfKg.html
@Nej89
Жыл бұрын
@@JonImperial thanks for the quick reply mate
I’ve always wanted a Stainless Steel Apple Watch ⌚️
I opted to get the 41mm Apple Watch Series 8 in stainless steel in silver instead of the Ultra since I prefer small watches.
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Nice!! 👏🏾
@bmw328i8
Жыл бұрын
The 41mm is the best size on my opinion! Looks more “formal” than the 45mm
I just got the same finish and color combo, except I got the 45mm model: Series 8 SS 45mm in Graphite with the Graphite Milanese Loop. It looks great! A friend is going to get the same watch and band combination except in gold. I saw an image of that combination and although not something I would get for myself, I thought it looked really good!
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Nice!! I actually feel like the 41mm is too small now. IF I return the Ultra, I’ll most likely go for the 45mm SS. We’ll see. I can’t make up my mind 😂
@jonRboy
Жыл бұрын
@@JonImperial I'm sure eventually you will come to a decision. :-) Hey, a little bit off subject but sort of related....it has to do with the stainless steel model and how Apple bundles it. I find it strange that for the stainless steel case choice, cellular is part of the choice. You don't get to choose between GPS OR GPS + Cellular. It's strange because there is nothing about case finish that dictates connectivity; it's unrelated. If of course further drives the price of the stainless steel choice. It appears that $100 of that differential between aluminum and stainless models is due to the extra cost for cellular. And of course the rest is due to the actual case material cost and the higher quality screen. And btw, as you would expect, when Titanium was offered as a case type for the 7, it also came with GPS + Cellular only. What's your opinion of the way Apple handles this?
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
@@jonRboy @jonRboy I've actually thought about this. I think it's simply because Apple wants to limit the option. I think SE/S8 owners would want the option to have cellular or not. I think they know the pool of people getting the SS is lower therefore it would affect them inventory wise if they offered 2. They’ll have a surplus of SS cellular and non-cellular. By having just one option, it makes it easier for them. Just my 2 cents. Hope it makes sense.
@jonRboy
Жыл бұрын
@@JonImperial Yeah, it makes sense....but it still seems unfair. :-)
@Optora.
Жыл бұрын
@@jonRboy Even a worse Choice: mine got scratched on the display pretty fast, it isnt real Saphire, its just a mix. Still scratching
Graphite! 🔲
Nice video but was expecting close up view. Not that far. Can't see how it looks like.
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
I know! 🤦🏽♂️ I realized it after posting. Sorry man!
@ackam521098
Жыл бұрын
@@JonImperial No problem. Good video by the way.
Graphite 💪🏼
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
💪🏾
show some close ups of the watch
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Yeah. I was editing on a big screen and didn’t realize how small it is on phone.
I have the 8 I gave my series 5 to my wife
graphite
Graphite
Мой друг, стальная версия 41mm - это не серьёзно)
I still put a protector cos its pricey. 😅
@JonImperial
10 ай бұрын
I don’t blame you!
Aww No SE ....
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Sorry! ✌🏾
@renze1122
Жыл бұрын
@@JonImperial Next time, I'll wait hehe
I should of got the silver one, I am such an idiot
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
Did you get graphite?
Wanted some close up shots of the watch but I guess this video is not it smh
@JonImperial
10 ай бұрын
😂 sorry man. I was editing using a big screen and overlooked the scale on phones and stuff. My bad. My AWU video was better though. 😅
Can’t even see watch
@JonImperial
Жыл бұрын
I know. I’m sorry. I didn’t realize it until I watched on my phone. ✌🏾
It's square. Your wearing a gadget.
Too far away…
Just buy a real watch already.
Graphite 🥹