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I purchase this with all my Apple Products. As most of them are not inexpensive devices having the ability to get two repairs done during the warranty period is great peace of mind.
With this being for a wearable the odds are higher that at some point you are going to smash it into something and will require a repair. I would rather pay the deductible than have a paper weight.
Apple Watch Series 2 is a superior sports watch that measures your workouts with detailed customizable metrics. An advanced activity tracker that shows you how often you move, exercise, and stand, and lets you share your progress. A powerful health tool that helps you be more conscious of your overall well-being, starting with your heart rate. And an all-day assistant that provides instant access to the people, apps, and information you care about most. There are cases made from aluminum and stainless steel and a full range of interchangeable bands in a variety of styles, colors, and materials. All models run watchOS 3. Requires an iPhone 5 or later.
This is my first Apple Watch and I purposely waited for version 2 of the Apple Watch. I am glad I waited as this feels like a mature device and it really fast. I use this for so much more than just a fitness tracker which is what is how it was designed to be used.
The battery life on this watch is great as I have been able to go 2 days without charging the watch which is awesome.
I like the water resistance to 50m and not having to worry if I get it wet and with it being a watch it will be exposed to the elements a lot as well as being on when I go swimming.