Unpopular opinion: my fancy smartwatch is a total waste now

I was at the gym in Tempe last week and my $400 watch died right in the middle of tracking my run. I had to finish the last two miles with no data, and it made me realize I don't need half the junk it tracks. What's a good, simple fitness tracker that just does the basics without all the apps?

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paulw631mo agoProlific Poster

Why's everyone so mad at tech? @evan295 gets it.

evan2951mo ago

Yeah that's the worst. My old one died during a hike once and I never really trusted it again.

jamesward1mo ago

You're throwing the baby out with the bathwater because of one dead battery. That data is the whole point, it shows your progress over time. A basic tracker won't give you the same insights on heart rate zones or recovery. Maybe just charge your watch before the gym next time.