2020 TAG Heuer Connected (E3) - Discussions Thread

JorgeZ

Hi all,

I have some questions to the people who are using this fantastic Watch.

The question is , ¿ Is it worth to buy a second hand Gen2 ? ( Don´t try to convince me about Gen3, I have my thoughts about it ;-) ).

I am planning to buy a 41mm second hand Gen2 but here are my worries.

1. How long will it last ? , it is an investment and at least I want to have it for two or three years. Is Tag going to be still updating this old model, will still the battery be enough for one day 20 hours more or less ?

2. I am a bit puzzled about the second hand market , I only see people selling without warranty , just finished or with only one month left so they have been using the TAG for two years already. Why are they selling with just the warranty ended ?, it is a bit shocking, I dont understand why.

Thanks for your help

Anthony.R

I don't know anything about 3D Printer.. But i did come across this.

oroloi

These adaptors would be very handy if they fit the gen3. I'm in the process of making a gen3 stand and a part like this would have made my job easier. Today I made a bit to fit the gen3 charging puck but need to make adjustments for it to look good.

Being a new watch I decided to make my own stand and in the last few days I see they are becoming available for sale 😀

B Bbakels

I foo d that adapter but thats for the 41 modular and does not fit the connected 3 puck

regards

bart

oroloi

These adaptors would be very handy if they fit the gen3. I'm in the process of making a gen3 stand and a part like this would have made my job easier. Today I made a bit to fit the gen3 charging puck but need to make adjustments for it to look good.

Being a new watch I decided to make my own stand and in the last few days I see they are becoming available for sale 😀

Ninja1400

My Artifex Design stand has arrived!
It's stable and nice, very happy with it.

Anthony.R

Th

I went with the Aluminium Stand.
It's also very good.

oroloi

You are 100% correct about not wanting anyone convincing you about gen3. Personally I also never ask others to convince me, I do my own research for whatever items I decide to buy.
I can understand you asking questions about gen2 before buying one considering its used, never owned gen2 but since some of what your asking can relate to any smartwatch I'll try to help.

For Q1 - Will probably last max 2-3 years after its initial 2 years from previous owner. People selling know about half its life is over and better (my opinion only) smartwatches are now available. Software updates are available for gen2 but no one knows for how long into the future. Battery life ? well, it depends how often the last owner used it for on a daily basis, they could have used the GPS for fitness every day for 2 years for long workouts including receiving many notifications etc etc.

For Q2 - To me its not a shock they are selling gen2, Its more of a shock why people will want to buy a 2 year old smartwatch and expect it to last years and looking at it as an investment. If the price is reasonable and you think it will last another 2 years, ONLY you can say its value for YOUR money. As for it being an Investment think of it as a diminishing investment that will be worthless in 2-3 years time except for the strap/bracelet. If you get it at a cheap price its probably worth it for you.

Many owners here from what I have read LOVE the gen2. I always wanted the gen1, gen2 but just like you I had my thoughts about them 😀

Good luck with whatever you decide to do 😀

JorgeZ

Thank you very much oroloi for your answers, ;-)

About Q2, when I ment investment, I didn´t expect the TAG Connected to last for years, but if I spend 700€ in something I would like to know if I will use if it for 1 two or three years. That´s why I was asking so dividing I know how much I spend by year and see if it is worth it. It is obvious that If I buy a mechanical it will never last 😀 but it is not

EstMarti

Hello, This Aluminium Stand looks very nice, but I try made it myself 😀 And I am very satisfied with this... using casting material and carbon tube!

Anthony.R

Great job.. This looks very good.

EstMarti

Hello, This Aluminium Stand looks very nice, but I try made it myself 😀 And I am very satisfied with this... using casting material and carbon tube!

B Bbakels

Heres my stand
3D printed and painted with car spraypaint 😉