Tech
MKBHD's Duo Review
Publication: Daring Fireball
Author: John Gruber
Source published: 24/10/2026, 20:47:28 UTC
Briefing created: 24/10/2026, 20:53:31 UTC
Based on a feed excerpt; full article content has not been acquired. Source evidence retrieved 24/10/2026, 20:52:23 UTC.
Briefings
Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) critiques the Apple Watch Duo for lacking Face ID, noting his review focuses more on third-party app compatibility issues than the hardware itself. He highlights that many popular apps like Discord and Google Calendar struggle with the device, while recommending iOS-exclusive apps such as Carrot Weather as better alternatives.
Key points
- MKBHD identifies the absence of Face ID as his primary gripe regarding the Apple Watch Duo.
- Brownlee argues that the device is polished on the edges but rough in the middle, specifically regarding third-party app optimization.
Context
The review analyzes the Apple Watch Duo's software ecosystem, contrasting its polished hardware with the poor performance of popular apps like Discord and Google Calendar on the device.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single article snippet from October 2026. Specific dates for app release failures are not provided, and the review does not offer a definitive conclusion on the device's overall value proposition.
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