Apple Watch: Latest version fixes flaws, becomes no-brainer for the holidays

When thinking about tech gear for holiday giving, you are bound to consider the Apple Watch. If people on your shopping list use iPhones — which is likely — a companion wristwatch is an obvious option.

But should you buy one?

If asked about this a year or two ago, I would have hesitated to recommend this product to all but the most avid Apple users. Though a marvelous bit of Apple engineering, the gizmo was limited in functionality, awkward to use — and sooooo slooooow.