IDC: Newcomer Apple Watch challenging wearables champ Fitbit
Fitbit retained its title as the world's top wearables vendor for the second quarter of 2015, but Apple is quickly gaining ground.
Fitbit retained its title as the world's top wearables vendor for the second quarter of 2015, but Apple is quickly gaining ground.
After initially saying it would sell the Apple Watch in approximately 300 of its stores, Best Buy has now decided to have it in all of its locations by the end of next month.
“Microsoft and PC vendors still need to convince users of the advantages of the new OS and new PCs, which will take some time."
“We’re seeing a higher rate of people switching to iPhone than we’ve experienced in previous cycles."
"The Apple Watch has risen – and fallen – dramatically since Apple first announced it in September and even since its official launch in March."
"Smart wearables are about to take a major step forward with the launch of the Apple Watch this year."
“Many in the digital media community are scratching their heads and wondering what they can do with wearables – wondering if they are stretch too far or whether they can fulfil a useful purpose.”
Will the Apple Watch be anything more than the ultimate iPhone Accessory?
Since the days of the iPod, Apple has had a magical hold over a large portion of the consumer electronics market, changing the way people use and relate to technology. But with the Watch products, the company faces a bit more of a challenge.
“I am not saying consumers in general will not buy the Apple Watch. I just don’t see salespeople rushing to buy Apple Watches to help them sell to customers.”
Propelled by the arrival of the Apple Watch, the global market for wireless power and charging in wearable applications is set to attain a gargantuan 3000 per cent expansion this year.
Wearable technology devices such as Bluetooth earpieces, FitBits, Apple Watches and Google Glass are yet to take off with business travellers.
For those considering buying a smart wristband in the future, 50 per cent will choose a smart watch instead...