I'm back with more $CAM-BUSTING! I had a lot of fun looking into this one, so enjoy! Also, you can watch more knock-off / scam episodes here: bit.ly/clan3o1EdZ2
the moment they answer a call as something as generic as customer service you just know its some outsourced call centre that has nothing to do with the company
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@@rrp6405 That's not the point, they WILL sue them if they find out because Apple goes out of their way to set a precedent that copying their products is not okay to prevent a seemingly small missed incident now from being used against them later on higher dollar lawsuits.
@chris Hendrix @NGC 1222 If Cardieo company located in China, the chance of wining the lawsuit will be zero. As China law tend to side with their local business hence that's why so many knock off come from China.
@@GonzoAzama Yes, but again, that's not the point. If a company like Samsung were to copy Apple's design in that way, then they would of course be sued. The issue is, in court, Samsung could point to Cardieo and say well they did the exact same thing and Apple ignored it.
@@Tracert-mc1hu samsung are a properly regulated company, china's response would be, it looks nothing like it and close the case. th-cam.com/video/dMsRMcqQ6Is/w-d-xo.html
That telemarketer did pretty good. Most are given a script for their answers and oftentimes never seen the actual product. Even legit companies' telemarketers have a hard time answering questions, well unless they were asked repeatedly about something then they know the answer by heart and that is saying something about the product. So either Jaack is a really good scammer or he has been working there for so long he knows what to say. He deserves a raise.
Depends on your expectations. There are good cheap products, but they won't have all features. Just be sure about what you really need and want. Buying stuff for the sake of having it is never a good idea
To the customer service rep's credit, he did a really good job with what he was given. Probably some third party given a script, but he showed diligence and understanding of Ken's concerns. Just not much he could do about it
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I've been in customer service and I can only imagine how miserable it is being that guy on the phone. I highly doubt he had anything to do with these scammy decisions, just his bosses.
he's clearly someone who has multiple "companies" to provide "support" for, each with a different name. Notice how he needs a bit to figure out what name to respond with? Clear sign he is looking it up on a list. Probably a guy in a scam call center, swapping between "support" for a dozen or more scam companies.
@@jwenting He could also be just a generic call center guy who takes calls for multiple companies. Although both are probable, I just don't like accusing someone of being a scammer without proof.
An older used Garmin is a much better idea, especially as Garmin are renowned for very accurate GPS, and I don't think Apple have that claim yet. ...Fitbit are okay I guess, if very basic.
Unfortunately, I brought 2 and I'm sending them back ASAP. I did talk on the phone with them about returning therm so I have 60 days. Not waiting that long. Thanks for your show. I'm a fan now!
Were you able to return them and get a refund? Did you have to fork out a fortune for shipping that then wasn't reimbursed? I know a lot of these scam companies to honour their return policies at least as much as they're legally required to. They bank on the fact that most people won't bother or won't remember in time or decide it isn't worth it when shipping cost's half the price of the product. But then some companies will just rip you off completely, claim they never received it, or insist that it's been damaged or opened or is scratched or water damaged etc. which voids the warranty, and then they'll say it'll cost like another $20 shipping to get it back. Some places will even insist that you can't return it if you've opened the box, even if you never even took the product out of it. Of course since the item isn't as described and isn't fit for purpose you have a statutory right to a refund and can sue them if they don't comply or complain to the better business bureau or other relevant ombudsman. I was annoyed that Ken just took their word for it ab out the 60 day guarantee and didn't try to get a refund to see if they were telling the truth, especially about honouring it after it was water damaged, possibly destroyed. Just stating they'll refund without any proof especially given all their other lies seems dangerous and reckless to me. People might decide that it's good enough for what they need and a reasonable price at only $50, or maybe they'll have a sale, people could think it was worth trying if they can just return it.
Hey, I got no problem with people doing it. 99% of the time, it's the advertising / marketing (and fake backstories) that make things scammy. Also, lack of fulfillment will piss off people, too, but I'm sure any good logistics team can handle that. I've never done it myself, so I can't speak from personal experience. : )
I also got taken by this watch. The ad was key for me but I immediately got concerned when I got scammed at the end of the transaction where no matter how careful you are you’d end up buying ad-on’s like straps and chargers. I came to the conclusion that any business that does that to you at the order stage would be no go. So I contacted them straight after I got the email confirmation telling them to cancel the order completely but they kept giving me discounts and offers to keep it but I refused. They dragged their feet on the refund so I reported it to my credit card company who took care of it for me.
Ken, I absolutely LOVE your videos!!! You’re the best consumer product advocate I’ve seen since the late 1970’s and early 1980’s when David Horowitz used to run a very similar show on TV. Please keep making more videos. You are REALLY helping the lone consumer in a day and age where it has never been more needed! You’re a true American hero!
I absolutely love this 'pivot' you've made to your channel over the last year+. So good to see these companies get called out - because there are legit good products that might seem like scams, and there are bad products that look good. So it's neat you are focusing on the more obvious scam products and really nailing down the details.
@@dan3a Yep, have the Mi Band 4 for about a year at this point, no issues with it, worst thing was it started updating once when i needed to go somewhere :D
I've used a Mi Band 3 untill I've lost it. It wasn't exactly a smart watch, but It showed when I had notifications, it showed the time and it did all of the tracking I wanted it to do. While being waterproof and with a battery life of around a week. Ain't gonna buy any kind of watch or tracker any time soon tough, since for hygienic reasons those things need to be off my arm at work.
I just saw the ad for this and could already smell the BS from it. Did a google search and you video popped up. Loved the depth you’ve gone into for this and other scam products. Liked and subbed instantly! Keep fighting the good fight!
I remember, before I bought (or even was revealed) an Apple Watch, I had a Pebble smartwatch. It didn't have a touch screen, it didn't have a backlight, but it delivered exactly what it advertised and it worked really well for me. The charge lasted over a week, there were downloadable apps and games which worked really well, it controlled my music and calls, it was surprisingly good. That Pebble smartwatch was far more capable and honest about its features in *checks notes* 2013 is far better than the scam smartwatches in this video. I bought an Apple Watch first gen back in the day, and I've never really felt the need to update it since. Still using it current day with my iPhone XS Max. Still notifies me of updates, still tracks workouts (heart rate monitor isnt very accurate anymore), still lets me control tracks and volume of my music, etc. It's a bit clunky and slow sometimes, but it still works. Better than the Pebble, and far better than the scam watches in this video. Great video btw
Great video! I hope Cardieo’s team watch this video! And I also hope that a lot of people watch this video to be aware of this scam. A virtual hug from Italy :)
I love how the tech support rep crumbled into dust at your first sentence. Just completely fell back to the script. Also I love the first thing he says is what's your zip. Amazing
This video is so great... thanks for the time and effort of double checking this and make is so fun to enjoy. Simply one of my favorites channels on TH-cam, keep it up!
Love the review of the smart watch Ken. There are so many knock off companies trying to imitate smart watches that you don't know what ones you can trust and which ones are the best value for your level of budget. It's great to see someone like you debunking adverts to help the average Joe make those rational decisions about tech. Subscribed, like and shared 👍👍
I do not fault companies for creating a cheaper alternative technology, but it makes me angry when they intentionally make deceitful claims. You’re doing a good service Ken!
My grandfather found this same watch and asked me if he should buy it. One look at the site was all I needed to know this was a scam. I simply sent this video to him
Thanks, Ken! I just so ad & did a screenshot to Google it. I don't wear watches but my kid LOVES them. Saw your TH-cam link. I've worked in Marketing, Advertising, etc. Plus I've done Telemarketing. Customer Service Rep had a script reply for EVERY question.
I love all the bad marketing and stealing these companies do. I’m really surprised apple and other legit companies aren’t cracking down more on these things.
It's a little funny that the ads directly state the watches are waterproof, but they come with a manual directly stating they are not. That has to be liable for textbook false advertising.
Thank you for the heads up about this watch ! I’ve been there before ! I bought a watch from COtechnology and it was a scam too ! I can’t believe we have those adds on Facebook and consumers get fooled about those false advertisement !!
They sell them here in thailand at the local markets. I was just curious and loked a little closer. The seller said; if you want a good one, buy original. I gave him the money for one without taking the watch a d thanked him for his honesty. The 10 bucks didn’t hurt me but he was happy
Looks like the website was updated since your video came out, which is good. Looks closer to what it's supposed to be given what you were showing. No mention of water resistance, that I could find, either. At least they fixed their mistake, but too little too late, I'd be surprised if anyone buys their watch any more.
I'm one of the FIRST YAY!! Also who got a ad for this watch on yt about this guy who had a $300 apple watch and his wife had the $50 Cardieo watch and talked about how it was better and all that BS. I LOVE YOU KRAZY KEN
I bought these as kids presents for Christmas. Order date Dec 7, with delivery before Dec 25. I ordered 5 watches + 5 "5-pack coloured bands" + 1 insurance + 1 wall charger at 3 am PST. At 8 am PST, I called them to ask to reduce the order down to 2 watches and 2 '5 pack bands. I was told this is not possible as the order is processed and shipped. As a compensation, they will refund $40 (which they did). After many follow ups, They sent me some sort of fake link on Dec 21st saying the order is out for delivery. But the link was dead with no tracking for the delivery. It was a USPS deadlink. It finally arrived on Jan 14.
This is disgusting... I can’t believe someone would blatantly lie about this so badly using literally made up and fake advertising. I really hope no one falls for it... I honestly couldn’t sleep at night if I worked for or operated a company like this. I already can’t sleep at night just knowing this could be tricking people.
I personally enjoy seeing those fly-by-night hardware manufacturers try to imitate popular Apple products using whatever technology they have available. One fly-by-night hardware manufacturer will be like "we don't have inductive charging, so let's use pogo pins but advertise inductive charging anyway" and another will be like "we have neither inductive charging nor pogo-pins, so let's put a USB port in the wristband and have the user take off the wristband to charge the watch"... It's just hilarious. It was the same when the iPhone was all the rage, there would be various iPhone knock-offs with various degrees of resemblance to the real thing.
I am so glad I decided to investigate before I clicked on the purchase button, I was so close to getting ripped off! Thank you for your video! Oh, and just before your video comes on, they are showing their advertisement. What garbage!
That thing is essentially the same as the $23 "fitness" watch I bought about a month ago. I didn't even use it for long, I got it just to see if having a "smartish" watch on my wrist was something I'd be interested in (I'm a mechanical watch guy). Turned out I liked the concept, so I bought a T-Rex Pro to replace it with. Oh, you _can_ swim with it. At least once.
What's the most 'conversion technology' you've used in a single project? Ex. Once I connected my phone over miracast to my TV, which I used red/white audio out to a 3.5 mm jack, which I converted to 13 mm guitar jack, connected to the input of a guitar pedal (set to clean pass through). That was run across my house to my guitar amp where I was. This was my solution to not having a Bluetooth speaker.
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I'm back with more $CAM-BUSTING! I had a lot of fun looking into this one, so enjoy! Also, you can watch more knock-off / scam episodes here: bit.ly/clan3o1EdZ2
Hi
I can't wait I love these scam vids one of my favourites
Yes! Scam Busting! Now I just need to get me some popcorn, my CC merch and a soda. (wait is there CC merch?)
Omg 😱 I was so close to getting one LMFAOO😂 thanks so much
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That refresh rate was like 10hz lol
That’s being genorus it’s really like 1
yeah 1hz or 2hz at best. 10hz is way too generous
10hz and 68ms response time
That's all you need can't see past 5
More like 5hz
the moment they answer a call as something as generic as customer service you just know its some outsourced call centre that has nothing to do with the company
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It looks like a watch I bought like 2 or 3 years ago for $50. I'd have expected improvements by now.
You can’t improve on perfection 👌🏼😂
it’s just a cheapo watch they’ve been selling for a few years and company’s just rebrand them as their own
Why make it better when people will still buy the same crap?
I have a new and improved version, just for you. But you need to be quick. Count down started and getting low on stock. You snooze you loose.
“It came really quick, I think it was… under 2 weeks” 😂
I’m so glad you’re covering this I’ve seen so many of these ads
@Guest 7802 Roblox well that’s good
Vanced.
There's no way to block these youtube ads!!
@@kcgfy81 Vanced on Android and ublock origin on pc/mac
Yea I did too
Apple is going to have some lawsuits on this at some point for advertising Apple watches And saying it’s theirs.
it isn't worth their time drafting the paperwork
@@rrp6405 That's not the point, they WILL sue them if they find out because Apple goes out of their way to set a precedent that copying their products is not okay to prevent a seemingly small missed incident now from being used against them later on higher dollar lawsuits.
@chris Hendrix @NGC 1222
If Cardieo company located in China, the chance of wining the lawsuit will be zero. As China law tend to side with their local business hence that's why so many knock off come from China.
@@GonzoAzama Yes, but again, that's not the point. If a company like Samsung were to copy Apple's design in that way, then they would of course be sued. The issue is, in court, Samsung could point to Cardieo and say well they did the exact same thing and Apple ignored it.
@@Tracert-mc1hu samsung are a properly regulated company, china's response would be, it looks nothing like it and close the case. th-cam.com/video/dMsRMcqQ6Is/w-d-xo.html
That telemarketer did pretty good. Most are given a script for their answers and oftentimes never seen the actual product. Even legit companies' telemarketers have a hard time answering questions, well unless they were asked repeatedly about something then they know the answer by heart and that is saying something about the product. So either Jaack is a really good scammer or he has been working there for so long he knows what to say. He deserves a raise.
The only way to avoid being scammed is to know this;
Noting ”good” comes cheap,
And as you said, improve the bullcrap detectors
Depends on your expectations. There are good cheap products, but they won't have all features.
Just be sure about what you really need and want. Buying stuff for the sake of having it is never a good idea
@Enmity the Kindhearted I’m poor as well but I’m just too scared to loose my money buying some faulty product on eBay 😂. I’d rather just save
I got 60$ earbuds and they're better than airpods
memes come cheap
I like Xiaomi.
To the customer service rep's credit, he did a really good job with what he was given. Probably some third party given a script, but he showed diligence and understanding of Ken's concerns. Just not much he could do about it
bro on the phone sounds like indian tech support 💀
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But his name was Jack?😄
They all do.
I've been in customer service and I can only imagine how miserable it is being that guy on the phone. I highly doubt he had anything to do with these scammy decisions, just his bosses.
he's clearly someone who has multiple "companies" to provide "support" for, each with a different name.
Notice how he needs a bit to figure out what name to respond with? Clear sign he is looking it up on a list.
Probably a guy in a scam call center, swapping between "support" for a dozen or more scam companies.
@@jwenting He could also be just a generic call center guy who takes calls for multiple companies. Although both are probable, I just don't like accusing someone of being a scammer without proof.
If you're on a budget buy a fitbit or a Garmin. Don't buy a knock off apple watch.
Agreed. The $50 or less extra you will spend will save you time and headache on actual working functionality. And you also know what you're getting.
An older used Garmin is a much better idea, especially as Garmin are renowned for very accurate GPS, and I don't think Apple have that claim yet. ...Fitbit are okay I guess, if very basic.
TicWatch is pretty good too, i got one
If someone really wanted an apple watch looking thing like this they can just get it on eBay or aliexpress for like 10 bucks
@@penfold7800 I personally use a fitbit versa 1st generation(from 2018) their smartwatches are great value for the money especially used ones.
Unfortunately, I brought 2 and I'm sending them back ASAP. I did talk on the phone with them about returning therm so I have 60 days. Not waiting that long. Thanks for your show. I'm a fan now!
Thanks! I really appreciate it.
I’m gonna be doing the same thing. I got 2 as well. Do we just return it in its original packaging ?
@@ComputerClan I called about returning a Cardieo watch, unopened box, the return address is in London...
@@kenbowen3245 LONDON ??!!!!!
Were you able to return them and get a refund? Did you have to fork out a fortune for shipping that then wasn't reimbursed? I know a lot of these scam companies to honour their return policies at least as much as they're legally required to. They bank on the fact that most people won't bother or won't remember in time or decide it isn't worth it when shipping cost's half the price of the product. But then some companies will just rip you off completely, claim they never received it, or insist that it's been damaged or opened or is scratched or water damaged etc. which voids the warranty, and then they'll say it'll cost like another $20 shipping to get it back. Some places will even insist that you can't return it if you've opened the box, even if you never even took the product out of it. Of course since the item isn't as described and isn't fit for purpose you have a statutory right to a refund and can sue them if they don't comply or complain to the better business bureau or other relevant ombudsman. I was annoyed that Ken just took their word for it ab out the 60 day guarantee and didn't try to get a refund to see if they were telling the truth, especially about honouring it after it was water damaged, possibly destroyed. Just stating they'll refund without any proof especially given all their other lies seems dangerous and reckless to me. People might decide that it's good enough for what they need and a reasonable price at only $50, or maybe they'll have a sale, people could think it was worth trying if they can just return it.
I always thought about drop shipping my own brand off Alibaba but now know there’s people like you ready to hold me accountable 😂
Hey, I got no problem with people doing it. 99% of the time, it's the advertising / marketing (and fake backstories) that make things scammy. Also, lack of fulfillment will piss off people, too, but I'm sure any good logistics team can handle that. I've never done it myself, so I can't speak from personal experience. : )
So long as you're honest and price accordingly, I see no issue with that.
@@ComputerClan did you pre-order the Waze watch? For $20
@computer clan what smart watch is good to buy in the market nowadays. Kindly help out
I also got taken by this watch. The ad was key for me but I immediately got concerned when I got scammed at the end of the transaction where no matter how careful you are you’d end up buying ad-on’s like straps and chargers. I came to the conclusion that any business that does that to you at the order stage would be no go. So I contacted them straight after I got the email confirmation telling them to cancel the order completely but they kept giving me discounts and offers to keep it but I refused. They dragged their feet on the refund so I reported it to my credit card company who took care of it for me.
That iPad on the edge of shelf gives me anxiety.
Livin life in the edge
OK fanboy
@@BernardBethea6339 what who is the fanboy
@@ad-skyobsidion4267 Mr cringe at a over price piece of crap falling and breaking
@Hand Grabbing Fruits sorry I'm a android boy without all the price for the same tech
Ken, I absolutely LOVE your videos!!! You’re the best consumer product advocate I’ve seen since the late 1970’s and early 1980’s when David Horowitz used to run a very similar show on TV. Please keep making more videos. You are REALLY helping the lone consumer in a day and age where it has never been more needed! You’re a true American hero!
I absolutely love this 'pivot' you've made to your channel over the last year+. So good to see these companies get called out - because there are legit good products that might seem like scams, and there are bad products that look good. So it's neat you are focusing on the more obvious scam products and really nailing down the details.
Thank you. I really appreciate it. : )
@@ComputerClan yeah, I haven't watch since crap edition ended, until now
Omg this was hilarious, the add TH-cam played before this video was for that exact watch ... trying to convince that it’s as good as an Apple Watch 😂😂
targeted ads
It was intentionally targetted so you wouldn't watch the video and and buy it
Absolutely no BS, the ad that immediately preceeded this video was for this exact product. I was just beside myself laughing 😂
that feeling when a 15$ fitness watch has a better battery life than a 50$ one...
Mi band ftw
@@dan3a Yep, have the Mi Band 4 for about a year at this point, no issues with it, worst thing was it started updating once when i needed to go somewhere :D
@@martinytcz1762 I installed notify & fitness so I do all updates manually, but I stay on a version on which the battery life is awesome
I've used a Mi Band 3 untill I've lost it. It wasn't exactly a smart watch, but It showed when I had notifications, it showed the time and it did all of the tracking I wanted it to do. While being waterproof and with a battery life of around a week.
Ain't gonna buy any kind of watch or tracker any time soon tough, since for hygienic reasons those things need to be off my arm at work.
@@sagichdirdochnicht4653 Week?? I think ur is broken, my minimum on 3 is two week.
My 5 have a 2-3 weeks
I just saw the ad for this and could already smell the BS from it. Did a google search and you video popped up. Loved the depth you’ve gone into for this and other scam products. Liked and subbed instantly! Keep fighting the good fight!
Money: *exists*
Cardieo: is for me?
👉👈
Thank you for exposing this scam! I almost bought one of these.
Me too 🙂 Looked too good to be true. Grateful for scam busters like this gentleman.
So sad i order mine too late for me
I haven't get my watch
@@Manuel.h.g did u use it..
Damn, if you fall for this you must be gullible in general 💀 especially if you are a grown adult.
you just saved my ass from falling into a scam, thanks dude
I remember, before I bought (or even was revealed) an Apple Watch, I had a Pebble smartwatch. It didn't have a touch screen, it didn't have a backlight, but it delivered exactly what it advertised and it worked really well for me. The charge lasted over a week, there were downloadable apps and games which worked really well, it controlled my music and calls, it was surprisingly good. That Pebble smartwatch was far more capable and honest about its features in *checks notes* 2013 is far better than the scam smartwatches in this video.
I bought an Apple Watch first gen back in the day, and I've never really felt the need to update it since. Still using it current day with my iPhone XS Max. Still notifies me of updates, still tracks workouts (heart rate monitor isnt very accurate anymore), still lets me control tracks and volume of my music, etc. It's a bit clunky and slow sometimes, but it still works. Better than the Pebble, and far better than the scam watches in this video. Great video btw
This could very well lead to a lawsuit. Also, I don’t work for this company, even though my name is JAAAAAAAAACK
When the ad for Cardieo shows up at the beginning of this video 👍
he’s like the captain disillusion of tech
Captain D is a huge inspiration of mine.
@@ComputerClan only the king will do 👏🏼
This video saved me some money and time. Just before placing the order I searched for cardieo watch review and Google suggested this video. Thank you.
It would've been funny if the guy on the phone said "You are Kitboga?"
Or Jim Browning.
Or atomic shrimp
I love the phone call. “This is …” (looks at post-it note on screen) “… Jack …”
Great video! I hope Cardieo’s team watch this video! And I also hope that a lot of people watch this video to be aware of this scam. A virtual hug from Italy :)
I love how the tech support rep crumbled into dust at your first sentence. Just completely fell back to the script.
Also I love the first thing he says is what's your zip. Amazing
So why on earth do these get advertised on TH-cam when they're trash?
This video is so great... thanks for the time and effort of double checking this and make is so fun to enjoy. Simply one of my favorites channels on TH-cam, keep it up!
Thank you so much. : )
I just literally saw an ad about Cardieo Smart Watch on one of your videos.
I’m ashamed that I fell for this slick marketing! So thankful for this video to help others to not be a victim like me!
I’ve seen the cardieo ad I was wondering why I’ve never heard of that TH-camr ever and now I know why
Love the review of the smart watch Ken. There are so many knock off companies trying to imitate smart watches that you don't know what ones you can trust and which ones are the best value for your level of budget. It's great to see someone like you debunking adverts to help the average Joe make those rational decisions about tech. Subscribed, like and shared 👍👍
I got a 5c from a flea market , with internal settings and guff, so why in the hells I took it to a skate park and broke it , i don't know
almost bought two of them. Thanks for the content!
I do not fault companies for creating a cheaper alternative technology, but it makes me angry when they intentionally make deceitful claims.
You’re doing a good service Ken!
Thanks : )
I almost fell for the scam. Thank you for the review!!!!!
I just clicked on this page to watch the review and the ad that played before I could watch this review was the actual Cardieo watch ad 🤣
There are a few dislikes from Cardieo marketing team ☺️. Great video, Thank you 🙏🏻
Thank you : )
I almost got sucked into getting this watch. Thank you for saving me money and time.
That customer support guy sounded like he was reading a script for what to say
Of course!
My grandfather found this same watch and asked me if he should buy it. One look at the site was all I needed to know this was a scam. I simply sent this video to him
Thanks for buying one so that I didn’t have to!
Wish I seen this before I bought 2 of them
I just got this ad, and was interested.....for 39$. I checked your channel, and again, I saved 39$!! I'm a subscriber now!
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Thanks, Ken! I just so ad & did a screenshot to Google it. I don't wear watches but my kid LOVES them. Saw your TH-cam link. I've worked in Marketing, Advertising, etc. Plus I've done Telemarketing. Customer Service Rep had a script reply for EVERY question.
I love all the bad marketing and stealing these companies do. I’m really surprised apple and other legit companies aren’t cracking down more on these things.
7:02 when he started going through the home screen I just started dying
No shopify store? What kind scam is this?
I love that all the adverts on this video that TH-cam added were for knockoff Apple watches.
Thank you for saving my $50.
I love how the guy on the phone knew immediately what was in the manual, but had to refer back to the website to check those claims...
I got served a knock off smart watch ad that “does it all” wtf. Haha.
It's a little funny that the ads directly state the watches are waterproof, but they come with a manual directly stating they are not. That has to be liable for textbook false advertising.
Thanks for the info. I got a good laugh regarding their advertisement.
I realized how I was fooled to buy this product, I just called them and cancelled my order.
Thank you for posting this video.
Lol got an ad for this watch at the beginning of this video 🤣
same
Nice, got a Cardieo smart watch ad before the video started.
I’ll make a scam site just to have a chat with krazy Ken
What a madlad
What a madlad
Nope, their website is not updated yet. Your video saved me $$$ Thank you.
8:26 PLEASE SEND THEM TO DANK PODS
I find it hilarious that the ad before the video was the cardieo ad, and the ad below the video is for the Cardieo watch.
I got a Cardieo ad on this vid...
Thank you for the heads up about this watch ! I’ve been there before ! I bought a watch from COtechnology and it was a scam too ! I can’t believe we have those adds on Facebook and consumers get fooled about those false advertisement !!
I just had such a great a nap but missed the video :/ 😂
They sell them here in thailand at the local markets. I was just curious and loked a little closer. The seller said; if you want a good one, buy original. I gave him the money for one without taking the watch a d thanked him for his honesty. The 10 bucks didn’t hurt me but he was happy
I’ve seen the Maxwatch clone (Swiss watch)
You just got your self a new subscriber!! Great video exposing this thiefs
The one day I'm sick he doesn't say, “Really? That's great!” 🤔
*_Did he bug my house??!_*
Sorry : p
I actually haven't said it lately. I was trying a little something different.
Looks like the website was updated since your video came out, which is good. Looks closer to what it's supposed to be given what you were showing. No mention of water resistance, that I could find, either.
At least they fixed their mistake, but too little too late, I'd be surprised if anyone buys their watch any more.
I'm one of the FIRST YAY!! Also who got a ad for this watch on yt about this guy who had a $300 apple watch and his wife had the $50 Cardieo watch and talked about how it was better and all that BS. I LOVE YOU KRAZY KEN
Me
Most cringe ad evee
Ever sos
I bought these as kids presents for Christmas. Order date Dec 7, with delivery before Dec 25.
I ordered 5 watches + 5 "5-pack coloured bands" + 1 insurance + 1 wall charger at 3 am PST. At 8 am PST, I called them to ask to reduce the order down to 2 watches and 2 '5 pack bands. I was told this is not possible as the order is processed and shipped. As a compensation, they will refund $40 (which they did).
After many follow ups, They sent me some sort of fake link on Dec 21st saying the order is out for delivery. But the link was dead with no tracking for the delivery. It was a USPS deadlink. It finally arrived on Jan 14.
This one really made you angry and I'm not surprised you know this reminds me on the drug dealer phone that's just a Samsung phone
I love how the call center guy has a canned answer for all the lies. It’s all come up before. His life must be hell.
haha! dang I almost bought one till watching your video!Glad I did! 🤣😂🤣
Same. I’m glad I started researching
This is disgusting... I can’t believe someone would blatantly lie about this so badly using literally made up and fake advertising. I really hope no one falls for it... I honestly couldn’t sleep at night if I worked for or operated a company like this. I already can’t sleep at night just knowing this could be tricking people.
I LOVE these scam videos!!! It's just ridiculous what people can get away with
I personally enjoy seeing those fly-by-night hardware manufacturers try to imitate popular Apple products using whatever technology they have available. One fly-by-night hardware manufacturer will be like "we don't have inductive charging, so let's use pogo pins but advertise inductive charging anyway" and another will be like "we have neither inductive charging nor pogo-pins, so let's put a USB port in the wristband and have the user take off the wristband to charge the watch"... It's just hilarious.
It was the same when the iPhone was all the rage, there would be various iPhone knock-offs with various degrees of resemblance to the real thing.
Saw that add on youtube and visited the site, luckily I found your review because I hate getting ripped off.
The guy on the phone sounds like a tech support scammer
Funny how their reviews have the same things written by different people, great video as always!
Anyone surprised its an Indian dude with a generic American name?
It sounded like he wasn't even sure it WAS his name. This is Jaaack???
@@ComputerClan Just picking from a list of "friendly names" sent down by HR
Haha, next time it will be Bob
I never knew the difference between OLED and LCD until now. Thanks!
6:25 Ken: *in a ProJared voice* Hey… It’s me. And I have been lied to. And so were you.
“It even looks and feels like an Apple Watch- oh wait, we forgot, it is!”
You saved me $50 and a lot of frustration. Thank you!
To be fair, Apple stuff is made in China as well.
And they are paid slaves wages
Lol, I just got a cardieo ad for this video.
Thank you I all most bought one of those pieces of shat!! cardeio watches great review Cheers.
I am so glad I decided to investigate before I clicked on the purchase button, I was so close to getting ripped off! Thank you for your video! Oh, and just before your video comes on, they are showing their advertisement. What garbage!
11:07 - Ah. The Indian English hotline voice. Where the entire sentence is spoken as ONE WORD.
That thing is essentially the same as the $23 "fitness" watch I bought about a month ago. I didn't even use it for long, I got it just to see if having a "smartish" watch on my wrist was something I'd be interested in (I'm a mechanical watch guy). Turned out I liked the concept, so I bought a T-Rex Pro to replace it with.
Oh, you _can_ swim with it. At least once.
Guy covered heah to toe in Apple gear telling me not to be influenced by marketing 😂
What's the most 'conversion technology' you've used in a single project? Ex. Once I connected my phone over miracast to my TV, which I used red/white audio out to a 3.5 mm jack, which I converted to 13 mm guitar jack, connected to the input of a guitar pedal (set to clean pass through). That was run across my house to my guitar amp where I was. This was my solution to not having a Bluetooth speaker.