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Apple Watch turns 5: We look at how far Apple's smartwatch has come

We celebrate the Apple Watch's fifth anniversary with stories that examine the smartwatch's evolution.

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The Apple Watch debuted on April 24, 2015. While it never became the " iPhone on your wrist" many of us expected, it has evolved into something much more useful and specific. I mean, you already own a phone, so why would you need one on your wrist? This week we'll take a closer look at just how the Apple Watch has evolved. 

We'll look at its usefulness as a fitness tracker, the best apps that come native on the watch and how it has literally saved lives. Check back daily as we add more Apple Watch anniversary stories. 

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