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Why does anyone need to charge a smartwatch on a bus? They charge very quickly and last for days. A Pine64 is not much more expensive, and works with the Gadget

Why does anyone need to charge a smartwatch on a bus? They charge very quickly and last for days. A Pine64 is not much more expensive, and works with the Gadgetbridge app, and is open (there is even a choice of two OSes). It works with Gadgetbridge so the app does not have all the same functionality and also has rough edges (but so does any cheap smartwatch). I even prefer the charger as its a magnetic cradle so the watch snaps into place when placed on it.

card_zero 1y ago
Not only the smart watch, but a hundred other gadgets including a toothbrush. Presumably this process involves bringing a USB hub onto the bus, or else the bus is not the main point here. I think it's like I want to be able to charge my watch on the bus if I feel like it.
- davidgerard 1y ago
  Lotta electric buses in the UK have a USB-A charging port at every seat. Carrying a cable with you can pay off!
edent 1y ago
Why do you charge your phone on the bus? You've never left the house and realised you're running low on battery?
- amelius 1y ago
  I mean your smartphone can take over the functionality of your watch if absolutely necessary?
- graemep 1y ago
  A smartwatch is very different from a phone. its less important to have it working, it charges faster, and the battery lasts a lot longer - several days of normal use is typical.