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The new Apple Watch has opened up a world of possibilities.

So, given that when we're not obsessing over house prices we may well be obsessing over that other sport, here are some sexy things you can do, and those you probably shouldn't, with the Watch and new iPhones unveiled this week:

1. If you're sitting in a bar eyeing a very hot prospect, you can send him or her your heart rate (and let them know, of course, that he or she is making your heart race).

2. You'll be able to use the watch to unlock a hotel door, for ultra-quick entry.

3. You can send map directions to your place from across the bar.

4. You can turn down the lights with your phone.

5. Or turn up Barry White.

6. And, guys, when you're in the locker room after the squash game, and your friend/opponent pulls out his iPhone 6, just smile wryly and … show him your iPhone 6 Plus.

7. According to Dr. Ruth on Twitter, the watch is going to be a major distraction, so "take it off before having sex!" (She also points out that you really shouldn't worry about lost activity points.)

8. Do not automatically share your biometric fitness data on social media (depending on the activity in question).

9. The watch is water-resistant, but probably not hot-tub-proof.

10. Notifications pop up, so watch where you are when your spouse texts you.

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Study and track financial data on any traded entity: click to open the full quote page. Data updated as of 28/03/24 4:15pm EDT.

SymbolName% changeLast
AAPL-Q
Apple Inc
-1.06%171.48
BMO-N
Bank of Montreal
+1.35%97.68
BMO-T
Bank of Montreal
+1.13%132.25
CADUSD-FX
Canadian Dollar/U.S. Dollar
-0.08%0.73795
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Southwest Airlines Company
-0.27%29.19

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