Pebble Smartwatch (Black) - Currys - €69.99

pjjk90

Seen this on HotUKDeals and just checked Currys/PCWorld in Ireland and the same offer applies. Currently £49 on Amazon but this seems a great price for a bricks and mortar store!

Link: http://www.currys.ie/Product/smartwatch-black/330367/403.0.0

Anyone who has a Pebble, what do you think of them?

ninjasurfer1

I got one as a Xmas pressie.

Mainly use it now for reminders, appointments, etc in work.

The endomondo app is good for exercise tracking, but apart from that and one or two other things it doesn't get too much use apart from telling the time!! :-)

It also has good battery life (about 5-7 days on average).

I'd definitely recommend it for the price.

Rather poor in my opinion. There's a second generation of Pebble watches now so this one is old hat. If I was going to get one of the first generation I'd get a Pebble Steel.

Eoin

pjjk90 wrote: »

Anyone who has a Pebble, what do you think of them?

The Pebble is really all about notifications, and does it very well. The display is a bit too blocky for slick looking apps. It's a bit like a Kindle compared to a tablet - more limited but more focussed too.

I don't know if it's changed since I had one, but for some reason the number of apps (including watch faces) is limited to a set number, not by disk usage. The Steel looks better, but has the same internals as far as I know.

Basq

Thanks OP.. picked one up earlier on Amazon earlier but actually works out cheaper buying here.

For a Smartwatch, it has what the majority of Smartwatches don't and it's the clincher.. a solid battery.

[Deleted User] wrote: »

If I was going to get one of the first generation I'd get a Pebble Steel.

Why would you get the Steel? Same size screen, same resolution, same battery etc. Just the steel strap which you could pick up for a tenner and throw it on the original.

Eoin

I think it looks way better, but that's subjective. The steel strap felt awful though.

dingding

Basq wrote: »

Thanks OP.. picked one up earlier on Amazon earlier but actually works out cheaper buying here.

For a Smartwatch, it has what the majority of Smartwatches don't and it's the clincher.. a solid battery.


Why would you get the Steel? Same size screen, same resolution, same battery etc. Just the steel strap which you could pick up for a tenner and throw it on the original.

THe steel has more memory, it can store 8 apps or watch faces. I think the standard version can only store 4.

Also it has an LED which shows when it is charging. I dont know if you can access the led via a stored programme.

wertyu12

The strap is very poor on the older version, they done a upgrade on the pebble steel much better as the old one cracked very easily. I had both the newer one is much the better.

Yeah the strap went on my Pebble too...and it's impossible to get a replacement (well it was at the time anyway). I can't remember exactly but I did a small bit of research after I got rid and the Pebble Steel got a much better review on engadget than the regular version.

Basq

The strap is a piece of piss to replace though.. just get a standard 22mm steel strap.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=

talking_walnut

I love my first gen Pebble. Wouldn't say no to a new model but can't justify it (at the moment.....).

I have noticed a small tear in the strap so I've ordered a replacement now before I need it. Thanks for the reminder guys.

whiterebel

I've one ordered to collect from Currys, thanks OP. Can't justify the money for an Apple Watch, especially as the Pebble is waterproof

CantGetNoSleep

Is this an e-ink screen as it seems to be in the pictures?

Basq

Basq wrote: »

The strap is a piece of piss to replace though.. just get a standard 22mm steel strap.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfSIXjmbtrE

Yes you're quite right. I forgot that I wanted a strap that was identical to the one that came with it.

podge018

Basq wrote: »

Why would you get the Steel? Same size screen, same resolution, same battery etc. Just the steel strap which you could pick up for a tenner and throw it on the original.

The bezel is steel too though, it looks a lot better to be fair.

talking_walnut

CantGetNoSleep wrote: »

Is this an e-ink screen as it seems to be in the pictures?

It's not e-ink. It's some kind of low-powered LCD. You don't get the "page-turn" effect you get with an e-ink screen.

podge018

how do these affect battery life on an iphone? I never ever use bluetooth, but this would necessitate leaving it on all the time I suppose. Is it a drainer?

talking_walnut

talking_walnut wrote: »

It's not e-ink. It's some kind of low-powered LCD. You don't get the "page-turn" effect you get with an e-ink screen.

Think it's called e-paper.

talking_walnut

podge018 wrote: »

how do these affect battery life on an iphone? I never ever use bluetooth, but this would necessitate leaving it on all the time I suppose. Is it a drainer?

This was my biggest worry too. It does have an effect but not as big as you'd expect. I'm putting it down to the following*:

• It's not constantly streaming data like it would for audio
• It uses Bluetooth 4/LE

I've an Android phone but they should be the same in principle.



*without actually doing the research to confirm my suspicions

BBMcQ

podge018 wrote: »

how do these affect battery life on an iphone? I never ever use bluetooth, but this would necessitate leaving it on all the time I suppose. Is it a drainer?

I've had Bluetooth turned on for the first time in a long time, as I recently started using Tile. If there is no transmission of data the battery drain is unnoticeable. I would think for a smartwatch this would increase to 10% drain if only texts and calls etc. Would probably be more if it were an Apple Watch sending images and rich graphics. I have an iPhone 6+ and I would rarely be going to bed at night without 50% charge left.

dingding

CantGetNoSleep wrote: »

Is this an e-ink screen as it seems to be in the pictures?

Yes

MentalMario

I've owned the original Pebble and currently have the Pebble Time.

Liked the original Pebble but not sure I'd buy one now. It's 3 years old at this stage. You could probably pick up a Moto watch for under €100.

I've been using the Pebble Time since it came out and would be lost without it at this stage. Love it. Can't wait for the smart straps to start coming out for it.

vjmcdonnell

I bought one as wanted to try our a smartish watch.
What makes the pebble great is it's battery life and waterproof to 50m.
A day in and liking it so far. Was in a meeting today and could reply to a WhatsApp message.
Yes u could get a moto 360 for a bit more but if I like this I'll upgrade to something new and flash.
It's a cheap way to try out the tech and see if it suits

heathersonline

Would this or the Sony smartwatch 2 be a better bet? The Sony has dropped in price recently

www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00DNDF2OU/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_awd_-UHvwbCQWTJV9

Basq

Yep, am loving this. Few watchfaces, Pebbos to control Sonos, NavMe for navigation, SkipStone to control XBMC and Leaf for my Nest etc.

Charged on Tuesday night.. still just under half indicated in battery.

If you're on the fence, definitely worth considering!

dingding wrote: »

THe steel has more memory, it can store 8 apps or watch faces. I think the standard version can only store 4.

Oh, and this Pebble has 8 slots also.

podgeandrodge

The steel looks so much better and, while a little clunky, hasn't aged imo. I wouldn't pay 70 euro for the basic, even though as basq said, it's the same inside. You're paying the extra for design not function.

For those wondering about other smartwatches, it's better to think of pebble as a text and email notifier on your wrist. And a week long battery. It does this very well.

Tweaky

Basq wrote: »

Yep, am loving this. Few watchfaces, Pebbos to control Sonos, NavMe for navigation, SkipStone to control XBMC and Leaf for my Nest etc.

Charged on Tuesday night.. still just under half indicated in battery.

If you're on the fence, definitely worth considering!


Oh, and this Pebble has 8 slots also.

Thanks for the update - was sitting on the fence as you say and have now placed an order for one. Looking forward to it arriving.

Berberis

Does anyone know if the watch is compatible with window phones.
being looking it up and seems to be mixed results

now online

Ideal Christmas presents for my husband, thanks. Before I buy it do you have to have 4G ? We're both in tesco mobile and 4G isn't an option.

Basq

now online wrote: »

Ideal Christmas presents for my husband, thanks. Before I buy it do you have to have 4G ? We're both in tesco mobile and 4G isn't an option.

No, that isn't necessary.

Tweaky

Just wondering if anyone else here ordered online from PC World/ Currys. They seem to be taking a long time to despatch. I ordered on Sunday and would have expected to hear something by now or at least my order to move from a status of pending. Anyone else in the same boat ?

Thanks

Curb Your Enthusiasm

Tweaky wrote: »

Just wondering if anyone else here ordered online from PC World/ Currys. They seem to be taking a long time to despatch. I ordered on Sunday and would have expected to hear something by now or at least my order to move from a status of pending. Anyone else in the same boat ?

Thanks

Their site is complete rubbish. Never again. In store service is the same, I should have know better really.. Cancelled orders, refunds that take ages to come around.. I've sworn never to buy from any DSG shop again. Worst retailer operating these days IMO.

now online

Techmaster wrote: »

Their site is complete rubbish. Never again. In store service is the same, I should have know better really.. Cancelled orders, refunds that take ages to come around.. I've sworn never to buy from any DSG shop again. Worst retailer operating these days IMO.

I ordered as well Sunday I have confirmation email but not a word since. I hope it comes soon in fact I need it to come soon !!

Tweaky

Techmaster wrote: »

Their site is complete rubbish. Never again. In store service is the same, I should have know better really.. Cancelled orders, refunds that take ages to come around.. I've sworn never to buy from any DSG shop again. Worst retailer operating these days IMO.

First time ordering online from them so didn't know what to expect - keep the fingers crossed - price gone back up to € 100 so really hoping we get our deliveries.

Basq

Yeah, best just reserve to collect online if you've one near you.

I've had similar delays with them in the past.

Tweaky

So mine arrived yesterday. Not too bad of a delay in the end. The killer though it lasted all of two hours before showing issues. The screen became unreadable at times. Just returned it to my local PC World and they have ordered a replacement. Hopefully get it before the Christmas.
The issue according to the pebble forums is known as screen tear. Below is a video of what it looked like on mine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odgzYc1Rrso

now online

Tweaky wrote: »

So mine arrived yesterday. Not too bad of a delay in the end. The killer though it lasted all of two hours before showing issues. The screen became unreadable at times. Just returned it to my local PC World and they have ordered a replacement. Hopefully get it before the Christmas.
The issue according to the pebble forums is known as screen tear. Below is a video of what it looked like on mine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odgzYc1Rrso

I still haven't got mine after reading your experience in not sure I want it now

gingernut79

podgeandrodge wrote: »

The steel looks so much better and, while a little clunky, hasn't aged imo. I wouldn't pay 70 euro for the basic, even though as basq said, it's the same inside. You're paying the extra for design not function.

For those wondering about other smartwatches, it's better to think of pebble as a text and email notifier on your wrist. And a week long battery. It does this very well.

I've been using a Sony smartwatch swr10 and in general I still like it but I wish it told me the time! This seems like a logical progression but I am a little concerned by its age even though it seems to have the latest software updates and features. Can anyone offer any advice?

BBMcQ

http://www.komplett.ie/pebble-classic-smartwatch-301bl/80040994/details.aspx

These are at €70 on Komplett with €9.95 delivery.

I got one from Argos on Black Friday. Love it! It's really the only other option for iPhone compatibility at the moment and for €70 is a no-brainer. It delivers every single notification to the watch, even the detail of whatsapp conversations. This isn't even on the Apple Watch. On the Pebble I have a Dublin Bikes, NextDart and a few fun watch faces. I can also change songs on my phone's music/Spotify while in the car while driving. I can mute notifications to phone calls only or off entirely. The battery is a non-issue, it totally liberates you as an experience. With a 24hr battery I think you'd be on a constant edge. I throw a few mins charge into the Pebble every few days and it's grand. The more expensive Pebbles only have a 2 day battery but obviously look a lot better, however €300 on a glass watch I would be afraid of losing or damaging it. I have a normal watch (Tissot) for times when I don't need to be so connected so it's best of both worlds.

I'd love to love the Apple Watch but it costs far too much for the functionality. Gen2 and Gen3 will hopefully iron out the gaping misses in functionality.

beno619

stuartmchugh wrote: »

http://www.komplett.ie/pebble-classic-smartwatch-301bl/80040994/details.aspx

The more expensive Pebbles only have a 2 day battery but obviously look a lot better, however €300 on a glass watch I would be afraid of losing or damaging it.

This only applies to the pebble time round.

The Pebble Time and Time Steel are both provide 7 days of battery life.

I agree with the rest though.

GekkePrutser

Berberis wrote: »

Does anyone know if the watch is compatible with window phones.
being looking it up and seems to be mixed results

I don't think it supports windows phone. In fact I'm pretty sure the only one that does support that is the Microsoft Band (1 or 2)

breathn

I haven't worn my pebble in a very long time because to my tastes it feels really cheap and clunky on my tiny wrist.

I really hate the rainbowing effect on the screen in direct sunlight or in cold weather. It's absolutely horrible and feels like a cheap toy. It's not a defect and pebble say that's just the way it is.

Picture of what it looks like: http://imgur.com/9JatDPq

About once a day I seemed to accidently trigger music playback on my phone from reaching into my pocket where a button press is triggered from catching on the outer lip of my jeans pocket too.

Ghost Train

There was a firmware update for this pebble in December which brings it more in line with newer pebbles, gets rid of limit on number of apps and watch faces but bit slower switching between watch faces

vjmcdonnell

For 70 euro I think its a great thing. At least better than spending 400 on a smartwatch and finding you don't need it.

podge018

had one on my christmas wish list and love it I have to say. Great when driving, just a quick glance at the wrist as opposed to that constant urge to pick up your phone.

Anybody recommend a good fitness app, have Misfit but don't know how much use it is really.

cripesonfriday

For those who missed this in January Argos have it at the same price at the moment until 5th (or stock runs out obviously)
Available in white, black and red.
The Pebble Time is also reduced.