Okay, so I’ve been thinking about getting an Apple Watch for a while, mostly for the fitness tracking stuff. But recently, I’ve been more interested in that fall detection feature. My grandma took a tumble last year, and it really got me thinking about how useful that could be, not just for older folks, but maybe even for me. You know, just in case.
So, I started digging around to see which Apple Watches actually have fall detection and how much they cost. I figured it wouldn’t be on the super old models, right?
My Research Process
First, I checked to figure out all of watch models. Then, I went to check out each of the models features.
I was Focused on these models:
- Apple Watch SE:It has fall detection. Seemed like the most budget-friendly option.
- Apple Watch Series 4 or later:Yep, has fall detection too.
- No older models:Series 3 and earlier are out.
Cost Exploration
After gathering all the data, I went to my local store.
So, here are my key takeaways from testing:
- Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen): This seems like the sweet spot for price and features. It does everything I need, including fall detection.
- Apple Watch Series 8/9: Obviously, these are great, but also more expensive.
- Used/Refurbished:This is smart. Definitely a good way to save some money.
After weighing the cost and the features, I grabbed an Apple Watch SE. It’s not the fanciest one, but it has fall detection, and that’s what I was really after. Plus, it didn’t totally break the bank. Setting it up was a breeze, and now I feel a little bit better knowing that if I do take a spill, it’ll have my back.