New Technologies

The second I heard i get to do an assignment based off of new technologies I knew I wanted to talk about the Apple Watch. First I would like to explain what a new technology is. An emerging technology is something that broaches a new territory in some significant way. The apple watch absolutely falls under this category. It was introduced in September 2014 and it is scheduled to be released on the market on April 24^th. There are 3 different types of watches that have been introduced and they vary in price. The cheapest watch is the starting at 350 dollars and it can run all the way up to 17,000 dollars depending on the different sizes, colors and some of the features. According to an article I read, within the first week of the Apple Watch release, there were about 1 million pre sold. Yes, we have all seen the parody’s that make fun of the apple watch and its lack of originality but why such the craze then?

            Some people that I have talked to believe its going to be popular based on the fact that it is an Apple product alone. There is a preconceived notion that because it is an apple product it has to be good and serve its purpose. It is such a well known, billion dollar brand so if this product is anything less then perfection there will be a lot of backlash. This is not the first time a watch has been introduced but it is the first watch that is easy to use and they do a great job in publicizing it.  It is a cool new gadget and people love to buy the next new thing just to say they have it.

            Apple prides itself on creating new technologies that showcase emotion and identity. The article I read couldn’t have said it better, “When you buy and Apple watch, you’re not just buying the watch-your buying the interface into this matrix Apple has created.” It is basically a world that consists of other Apple products, IPhone, IPod, MacBook etc… 
This Apple watch helps you accomplish your goals. Whether your goal is to stay healthy, communicate with other people easier, or help to organize certain aspects of your life. The watch would absolutely help to make your life easier, and people are willing to spend astronomical amounts of money to do this. This watch is thought to be an extension of your body and the fact that you can be reachable by a buzz on your wrist is an amazing concept. The new technologies that have come out are absolutely brilliant and I am so excited to see what else Apple produces in the future.

http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2014/09/09Apple-Unveils-Apple-Watch-Apples-Most-Personal-Device-Ever.html

http://www.livescience.com/50485-apple-watch-mania.html