Global smartwatch sales fall for first time (www.bbc.com)
from misk@sopuli.xyz to technology@beehaw.org on 12 Mar 2025 18:51
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Global sales of smartwatches have fallen for the first time, new figures indicate, in large part due to a sharp decline in the popularity of market leader, Apple.

Market research firm Counterpoint says 7% fewer of the devices were shipped in 2024 compared to the year before.

Shipments of Apple Watches fell by 19% in that period, Counterpoint says.

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Dil@is.hardlywork.ing on 13 Mar 2025 12:01 next collapse

Early adopted these, no idea why most ppl buy them never bought one again, just seemed useless lol, ar fake watch will be more likebwhat I want

RippleEffect@lemm.ee on 13 Mar 2025 17:22 collapse

I like mine but I got it as a prize from a work event. After having one for about a month now, I can confidently say that buying one is not worth the money to me, but it is nice to have.

randombullet@programming.dev on 13 Mar 2025 13:31 next collapse

I just wish pebble was still a thing. I miss my pebble time 2.

tallpaul@lemm.ee on 13 Mar 2025 13:46 collapse

It may be coming back. See repebble.com

I’m very happy.

Evil_Shrubbery@lemm.ee on 13 Mar 2025 14:16 next collapse

Oh nooo, will e-waste numbers ever recover???
(Yes, yes they will/have/constantly do. :()

HurlingDurling@lemm.ee on 13 Mar 2025 15:39 collapse

Bought a Gshock Rangeman GPR-H1000 and to me this is peak smartwatch.