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I want one of those new Apple 2-way wrist radios in 18 carat gold!

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Real Estate Agent with RLAH@properties AB95346

So many of my readers may be too young to remember Dick Tracy.  He was a favorite comic strip character of my generation, and he had this little gadget - the 2-way wrist radio.

Well, I just got home from a day on the streets of Paris, and when I turned on my computer, there is was!  Apple has finally put one on the market! 

I'm talking about the new Apple Watch, which, by the way, comes in an 18 carat gold version.  Now, that watch is going to be a must for any high end agent who aspires to Bravo's Million Dollar Listing series. 

First, it looks so much cooler than Dick Tracy's version.  And it does a lot more than let you talk to the chief from a remote location. 

In looking at the hype on the new Apple products, it's for certain that I don't need either the new iPhone 6 or the new Apple Watch, but my buddies are starting to make book on how long it's going to take me to buy one - or both! 

I'll have to sell my big listing before I can go for the watch!

(The image is courtesy of Wickopedia)

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John Meussner
Catalyst Mortgage - Fair Oaks, CA
#MortgageMadeEasy Fair Oaks, CA 484-680-4852

Sounds like a fun gadget, you'll have to let us know when you get your hands on one!  And HA! to Jane Peters comment - that'll do until that listing is SOLD.

Sep 09, 2014 08:56 AM
Joanna Cohlan
Fresh Eyes For Your Home - Chappaqua, NY
Designing, Decorating & Staging Westchester Homes

Hi Pat, I think I'll stick to Cartier, but I am loving the new phone tablet for sure! Hope you are enjoying Paris.

Sep 09, 2014 09:12 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Pat -- Forget the Apple Wrist Watch and Make Another Return Trip To Paris...you'll likely remember it a lot longer.   

Sep 09, 2014 10:43 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Patricia, unfortunately I remember Dick Tracy all to well.  I am up for a new phone so I have to check out the iPhone 6.

Sep 09, 2014 11:04 AM
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

I love Jane's Watch! I laughed out load at that one.  I haven't seen any ads yet for the watch.  Probably not going to get one either...I look better in silver than gold.

Sep 09, 2014 12:46 PM
Bette Gottwald
UNITED REAL ESTATE | Central PA - Mechanicsburg, PA
"Bet"on Central PA Real Estate!

Well, before they run out of the 18 karat gold watches, I better put my order in, I wouldn't want to be put on a waiting list!  LOL!!!  Actually, it looks like the Pac-Man watch our kids had back in the early 80s.  Continue to have tons of fun and stay safe in Paris.

Sep 09, 2014 01:39 PM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

my daughter is in a tizzy to order on Friday.... I think I'll wait for the hype to die down a little bit.

Sep 09, 2014 02:15 PM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired

Hi Pat, I am 100% Apple based product consumer. I am not sure about the watch but I do want the iPhone 6 and will upgrade to that around the holiday time. Today is the first day of using my new iMac and it is the most powerful computer I have ever worked on. And I went for the ultimate Solid State hard drive. Guess it would be redunant to mention that I love Apple. 

 

Sep 09, 2014 03:36 PM
Joe Petrowsky
Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

Good morning Pat. For me it is impossible to replicate a Dick Tracy watch, but it sound like they are making an attempt at it.

Sep 09, 2014 07:21 PM
Jay Markanich
Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC - Bristow, VA
Home Inspector - servicing all Northern Virginia

May I suggest a dedicated line that only you and I will share?

Two cans and a lot of string.

What do you prefer - soup, baked beans, sauce? 

How about 18 carat gold cans?!!

Sep 09, 2014 09:03 PM
Amanda Christiansen
Christiansen Group Realty (260)704-0843 - Fort Wayne, IN
Christiansen Group Realty

Dang it.  Jane beat me to the punch!  I'll be getting the new iphone 6 as soon as it's availble, but count me out with that watch thingy.  

Sep 09, 2014 10:11 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Pat. I'd rather continue to travel and be than use the watch or new phone to get through. 

Sep 09, 2014 10:46 PM
Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308
Stake Your Land Realty, Inc. - Eustis, FL
Broker/Owner, SFR®, e-PRO®, GRI, AHWD, REALTOR®

Good morning Patricia, you have some hard choices to make, a gold watch or another trip to Paris. They look very nice and cool, and like everything else that comes out new, it will have its technical issues. Everyone will be having their hands up in the air looking for a signal....:)

Sep 09, 2014 11:13 PM
Broker Patty Da Silva Da Silva
Green Realty Properties® - 954-667-7253 - Cooper City, FL
Top Listing Broker

Who would have thought that those we imagine as kids are slowly happening. I will be delighted if all of us will have rockets at our backs and fly anytime we want lol!

Sep 10, 2014 01:20 AM
Patricia Feager
Flower Mound, TX
Semi Retired Real Estate Agent

You definitely deserve an 18 Caret Gold Watch like that new Apple Watch.

I remember Dick Tracy very well and I remember when my husband bought the new HP Wrist Watch Computer. I twas way ahead of it's time and very expensive. I don't think it took off very well. I believe it was early 1980's when it came out. But I have a feeling, this one will be on the wrists of many people come December 25. It may even be more important to one this one than a Rolex too!

I pray you get one for yourself! You deserve it!

Sep 10, 2014 09:05 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Ok, so I can't get past "just got back from a walk in Paris"....lucky lucky lady!

Sep 11, 2014 03:15 AM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Pat - I want one too, but I'm thinking stainless steel.  I'm more of a silver girl.  :)

Sep 11, 2014 07:34 AM
Sam Miller
RE/MAX Stars Realty - Howard, OH
Knox County Ohio Real Estate Specialist

Patricia, Add me to the list for the iWatch!!!  The potential uses and enhancements to our efficiency will make the purchase a very simple decision for those looking to increase productivity.   

Sep 11, 2014 11:46 AM
David Spencer
Keller Williams Northland - Kansas City, MO
Show Me real estate in Kansas City

I do wear a watch. I carry a cellphone and usually have an iPad available closeby. I see no need for the iWatch.

Sep 22, 2014 11:28 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Interesting post and some great comments! I think that if Apple or another corporation was to come out with a voice activated cell phone watch, this would be HUGE.

Text messaging by voice, searching the internet for addresses, restaurants, etc with voice activation ... I would buy one

Sep 25, 2014 11:27 AM