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BristolCavendish · 13 January 2018, 04:57 PM

A timeless classic just got 'smarter'.

SearChart · 13 January 2018, 05:00 PM

That would kill my job, pls no

Speedbird-1 · 28 September 2018, 03:59 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

That would kill my job, pls no

You could be busier than ever Bas, just changing batteries and 'chip' upgrades tho'!

I hope it never happens to Rolex......but it might.

I wonder 'what's next'?.....Apple, wi-fi cranium inserts, with retina projection?

WS9D · 13 January 2018, 05:19 PM

Wow. I have mixed feeling about this scary to say

IlikeSubs · 13 January 2018, 05:44 PM

The patina on the hands doesn't quite match the rest of the watch.

Rocketman39 · 14 January 2018, 01:09 AM

Coming to a neighborhood near You ! A lot sooner than we wish. My Son has loved my 5513 Sub all his life and can't wait to get it. But, He wears an "Apple" watch. I am truly amazed at how Rolex has been able to keep the Watches we Know and Love on Top for so long. I spent twenty years in the Semiconductor business and we made watch circuits for pennies right here in America. Then the Chinese came to town !

Justinmg · 14 January 2018, 01:12 AM

🤢 oh I hope not! Rolex is smarter then that? But then again they did add a cyclops to the SD

brandrea · 14 January 2018, 01:12 AM

STOP it BC

mysticblu999 · 14 January 2018, 01:24 AM

Lol hope that never happens.

Rocketman39 · 14 January 2018, 02:59 AM

It's not US. It's the next generations. They are just interested in things different than US. No 55 Chevy. It's Imports now. Four banger Twin Turbo charged.For most of them they are Holding their entire World as they know it in the palm of their Hand. Oh! they are still interested in Your Charge Card. I am trained in Machine Tools. No more Jobs in Machine tools. Lucky to be Retired. I Love Cars,Watches and any kind of Machine. Their World is Electronic.

HogwldFLTR · 14 January 2018, 03:06 AM

Life time is too short on wearable tech to warrant Rolex doing this. Rolex selling a watch with a two year life expectancy due to technology obsolescence? I doubt it. Especially not at $10K per. I'd doubt it would fly even in the Tudor line and price range.

BristolCavendish · 14 January 2018, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Life time is too short on wearable tech to warrant Rolex doing this. Rolex selling a watch with a two year life expectancy due to technology obsolescence? I doubt it. Especially not at $10K per. I'd doubt it would fly even in the Tudor line and price range.

The rotating bezel would now become a 'control knob' for various functions and the traditional water resistance rating greatly reduced. Then again, how many Submariner owners are actually scuba divers?

As far as technical 'upgrades' go, a periodic RSC module replacement should do the trick. Considering that a complete mechanical overhaul usually runs about $900-$1200 nowadays, if Rolex can keep this servicing cost around $400 every 2-3 years, the chances are few customers will complain. After all, we are now living in a 'high-tech' world where today's purchase is yesterday's news.

Ideally, an entirely new watch model should bear this 'smart' designation and technology. We saw it once before with the Oysterquartz. Why mess with a Submariner?

CRM114 · 14 January 2018, 05:35 AM

Does the menu incorporate a Grilled Steak timer with "R/MR/M/MW/WD settings? If not, then it's useless as a dive watch.

Of course, that omission may be overlooked if the pearl thingy doubles as a spy camera and it comes with a selection of James Bond movie theme ringtones.

HogwldFLTR · 14 January 2018, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by BristolCavendish

The rotating bezel would now become a 'control knob' for various functions and the traditional water resistance rating greatly reduced. Then again, how many Submariner owners are actually scuba divers?

As far as technical 'upgrades' go, a periodic RSC module replacement should do the trick. Considering that a complete mechanical overhaul usually runs about $900-$1200 nowadays, if Rolex can keep this servicing cost around $400 every 2-3 years, the chances are few customers will complain. After all, we are now living in a 'high-tech' world where today's purchase is yesterday's news.

Ideally, an entirely new watch model should bear this 'smart' designation and technology. We saw it once before with the Oysterquartz. Why mess with a Submariner?

Kind of like the gold Apple Watch. I'm in semiconductor engineering; I really doubt it would work, fwiw.

bobernet · 14 January 2018, 04:21 AM

No thanks. I want to reduce the amount of techno-distraction, not increase it.

The day I retire, I’m shutting my ringer off permanently. If you want my attention then, knock on the front door, or call my wife.

Justinmg · 14 January 2018, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by bobernet

No thanks. I want to reduce the amount of techno-distraction, not increase it.

The day I retire, I’m shutting my ringer off permanently. If you want my attention then, knock on the front door, or call my wife.

well said

Fmnunes2803 · 14 January 2018, 04:45 AM

I didn’t see the “Find my Rolex” feature so I’ll pass...

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Magwitch · 14 January 2018, 05:28 AM

I have ZERO use or desire for any mobile device especially a stinking smartphone. I will never own one and never have any watch or subdermal implant etc linking to said miserable device.

LuminousMaximus · 14 January 2018, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Magwitch

I have ZERO use or desire for any mobile device especially a stinking smartphone. I will never own one and never have any watch or subdermal implant etc linking to said miserable device.

+1,

I wish I could throw it in the ocean, or at least disable any call features...

eltonbalch · 14 January 2018, 05:44 AM

I purchased an Apple Watch and wore it every day for two and a half months (July, August and part of September 2017). I used the fitness tracking and heart rate monitor and played with Several apps and dropped 15 pounds while significantly increasing my fitness level. I have worn it maybe a dozen times since then and returned to wearing my real watch collection. While I am impressed with the technology, it just isn’t for me. I have memorized my core workouts and walking distances and don’t have a need to religiously track those things. Meanwhile, my phone tracks steps and elevation and the watch screen is just too small for meaningful use. I’ve learned to never say never, but it’s highly doubtful that Rolex will go on that direction anytime soon. I’ve switched the Apple Watch to right hand use so I can leave my Rolex or other nice watch on my left wrist and use it to track the occasional work out but it does look silly!

hbombkid · 14 January 2018, 05:49 AM

Does it allow you to contact your local AD and order a Diet Coke?

DLRIDES · 14 January 2018, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by BristolCavendish

A timeless classic just got 'smarter'.

It’s going to happen !

I can see a hybrid configuration, whereas the mechanical movement generates power for a “smart” dial, or something similar. Full connection with your phone when wanted or needed.

rudestew · 14 January 2018, 06:07 AM

service every year to replace chips and maybe polish case

kneedeep · 14 January 2018, 06:10 AM

Better get on the list now if you'll want one.

rudestew · 14 January 2018, 06:18 AM

EMP & GAUSS Protection

tamiya · 14 January 2018, 02:45 PM

Given we're all ageing, perhaps build one of these into an Oyster case...

MedicAlert EPIRB

henrylee · 14 January 2018, 02:50 PM

A big pass for me. I don't need another phone on my wrist.

dougjduncan@gmail.co · 28 September 2018, 03:15 AM

Its going to happen.. Just like Porsche will be moving to all electric cars.. Embrace the best of the past with new tech..

tyler1980 · 28 September 2018, 03:17 AM

I was going to say, we found a new BC... but then i looked at who the OP was and it really was BC, and someone just bumped it

tkmc · 28 September 2018, 03:44 AM

Is there anyway to do a hybrid mechanical watch with some tech inincluded, which will feed data on to phone? Such as a pedometer?

14 January 2018, 01:12 AM	#7
Justinmg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Justin Location: FL Watch: PO/EXPL Posts: 3,371	🤢 oh I hope not! Rolex is smarter then that? But then again they did add a cyclops to the SD __________________ //////////////////////////////// Member of The Nylon Nation Does it do anything? It tells the time.

14 January 2018, 01:24 AM	#9
mysticblu999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Rob Location: Ky Watch: 116610 Posts: 91	Lol hope that never happens. __________________ 116610 Submariner 18238 Day-Date

14 January 2018, 03:06 AM	#11
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,667	Life time is too short on wearable tech to warrant Rolex doing this. Rolex selling a watch with a two year life expectancy due to technology obsolescence? I doubt it. Especially not at $10K per. I'd doubt it would fly even in the Tudor line and price range. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

14 January 2018, 06:10 AM	#24
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	Better get on the list now if you'll want one. __________________ Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018

14 January 2018, 02:50 PM	#27
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,223	A big pass for me. I don't need another phone on my wrist. __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

13 January 2018, 05:19 PM	#4
WS9D "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Steve Location: Shasta Watch: es..More Watches! Posts: 2,414	Wow. I have mixed feeling about this scary to say

13 January 2018, 05:44 PM	#5
IlikeSubs Banned Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 133	The patina on the hands doesn't quite match the rest of the watch.

14 January 2018, 01:09 AM	#6
Rocketman39 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Florida Watch: 5513,Hulk,GMTII Posts: 364	Coming to a neighborhood near You ! A lot sooner than we wish. My Son has loved my 5513 Sub all his life and can't wait to get it. But, He wears an "Apple" watch. I am truly amazed at how Rolex has been able to keep the Watches we Know and Love on Top for so long. I spent twenty years in the Semiconductor business and we made watch circuits for pennies right here in America. Then the Chinese came to town !

14 January 2018, 01:12 AM	#8
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,781	STOP it BC

14 January 2018, 02:59 AM	#10
Rocketman39 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Florida Watch: 5513,Hulk,GMTII Posts: 364	It's not US. It's the next generations. They are just interested in things different than US. No 55 Chevy. It's Imports now. Four banger Twin Turbo charged.For most of them they are Holding their entire World as they know it in the palm of their Hand. Oh! they are still interested in Your Charge Card. I am trained in Machine Tools. No more Jobs in Machine tools. Lucky to be Retired. I Love Cars,Watches and any kind of Machine. Their World is Electronic.

14 January 2018, 05:35 AM	#13
CRM114 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: HK & USA Watch: GMTs,1803, 16610LV Posts: 2,001	Does the menu incorporate a Grilled Steak timer with "R/MR/M/MW/WD settings? If not, then it's useless as a dive watch. Of course, that omission may be overlooked if the pearl thingy doubles as a spy camera and it comes with a selection of James Bond movie theme ringtones.

14 January 2018, 04:21 AM	#15
bobernet "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: Mountains Watch: ALS, AP, PP, Rolex Posts: 2,988	No thanks. I want to reduce the amount of techno-distraction, not increase it. The day I retire, I’m shutting my ringer off permanently. If you want my attention then, knock on the front door, or call my wife.

14 January 2018, 04:45 AM	#17
Fmnunes2803 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 987	I didn’t see the “Find my Rolex” feature so I’ll pass... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 January 2018, 05:28 AM	#18
Magwitch Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: . Posts: 668	I have ZERO use or desire for any mobile device especially a stinking smartphone. I will never own one and never have any watch or subdermal implant etc linking to said miserable device.

14 January 2018, 05:44 AM	#20
eltonbalch "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Cambridge, NY Posts: 1,089	I purchased an Apple Watch and wore it every day for two and a half months (July, August and part of September 2017). I used the fitness tracking and heart rate monitor and played with Several apps and dropped 15 pounds while significantly increasing my fitness level. I have worn it maybe a dozen times since then and returned to wearing my real watch collection. While I am impressed with the technology, it just isn’t for me. I have memorized my core workouts and walking distances and don’t have a need to religiously track those things. Meanwhile, my phone tracks steps and elevation and the watch screen is just too small for meaningful use. I’ve learned to never say never, but it’s highly doubtful that Rolex will go on that direction anytime soon. I’ve switched the Apple Watch to right hand use so I can leave my Rolex or other nice watch on my left wrist and use it to track the occasional work out but it does look silly!

14 January 2018, 05:49 AM	#21
hbombkid "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: VA Watch: Sub 116610 Posts: 1,082	Does it allow you to contact your local AD and order a Diet Coke?

14 January 2018, 06:07 AM	#23
rudestew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: UK Bristol Watch: DSSD SD43 Mk1 50TH Posts: 1,247	service every year to replace chips and maybe polish case

14 January 2018, 06:18 AM	#25
rudestew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: UK Bristol Watch: DSSD SD43 Mk1 50TH Posts: 1,247	EMP & GAUSS Protection

14 January 2018, 02:45 PM	#26
tamiya "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Willy Location: AU, SG, MY Posts: 1,248	Given we're all ageing, perhaps build one of these into an Oyster case... MedicAlert EPIRB

28 September 2018, 03:15 AM	#28
dougjduncan@gmail.co "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 1	Its going to happen.. Just like Porsche will be moving to all electric cars.. Embrace the best of the past with new tech..

28 September 2018, 03:17 AM	#29
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	I was going to say, we found a new BC... but then i looked at who the OP was and it really was BC, and someone just bumped it __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

28 September 2018, 03:44 AM	#30
tkmc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: nj Posts: 20	Is there anyway to do a hybrid mechanical watch with some tech inincluded, which will feed data on to phone? Such as a pedometer?

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