Mercedes-Benz to introduce door-to-door navigation with Apple Watch

Mercedes-Benz aims to create intelligent  and intuitive integration between Apple Watch and Mercedes-Benz vehicles with its new MB Companion App.

The MB Companion App allows Mercedes-Benz costumers to search for directions on the Apple Watch or on iPhone initiating a complete door-to-door experience. A seamless integration unfolds: giving walking directions to the car on the Apple Watch, driving directions on the vehicle navigation system and again walking directions on the Apple Watch from the car to the final destination.

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Apple Retail Stores to stock Watch straps this week

Apple Watch owners clamouring for a new look and tap-into the Watch's chameleon-like nature will soon be able to score some new straps starting this week at their local Apple Retail Stores. Like the Watch itself, the bands and straps have been in short supply with some preorders promising a 7-8 week wait.

It looks like supplies are starting to loosen a bit and Apple Stores will have extra bands for in-store purchase for buyers of the Watch (who want an alternative band), for replacing some of the shopworn try-on Watches and finally, if stock permits, to sell to walk-in customers. 

Source: 9to5Mac

New Kickstarter project aims to make Apple Watch more rugged

Lunatik Epik is a new Kickstarter project that hopes to create a rugged case and strap for the Apple Watch. With pledges, starting at US $100.00 Epik's rugged case encloses and protects the Apple Watch's more sensitive and delicate areas.

The premium, anti-dust and dirt coated silicone sport strap or aluminum link bracelet with silicone sub-links and butterfly clasp, are designed for long term comfort and durability, even through your toughest workouts. Epik's highly tactile Active-Control Crown couples seamlessly with Apple's Digital Crown to enhance grip, making interaction with your apps more efficient in highly active moments.

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The Apple Beat: The day-to-day Watch experience

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

It's been over a week since I've received my Apple Watch and while the initial thrill of using a new wearable hasn't diminished, I keep discovering new things about the Watch that make me want to keep on using it.

People know what an Apple Watch is. It may be the bright baby blue Sport Band or the unique brushed aluminum finish,  but it gets noticed, and  I've been 'told' various times, "hey, that's an Apple Watch." Most people want to know how I like it, what I do with it, and when they can get one. Some, even want to try it on. 

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