A new range of iPhones isn’t, of course, the only thing Apple brought at its mega event at the Steve Jobs theater. For there also was the new Apple Watch 4, and it’s a major upgrade over last iterations that the company has come up with.
First things first; Apple proudly proclaimed they are the makers of the number one smartwatch(sorry, Watch) in the world, one that has redefined what a smartwatch, or for that matter, a wearable is capable of doing. And that includes three principal activities that pretty much rounds off the core functionality of the Apple Watch – that of connecting people, helping with their fitness objectives and acting as a health guru.
The new Apple Watch series 4 is also about better physical design though the overall looks have largely remained unchanged. It’s just that the display area is 30 percent bigger this time given that the display extends all the way to the edge. The display is also curved along the edges making it look one of the smartest looking wearables out there. On offer will be two variants – 40 and 44 mm with everything else remaining just the same.
Also, in what can undoubtedly be stated to be the biggest plus with the new Apple Watch is that it can perform an ECG. That sure is incredible for a device that is meant to be worn around the wrist. One simply has to press upon the crown for the ECG to be done. And 30 secs is all it takes for the ECG report to be ready. The FDA too has certified the new ECG feature of the Apple Watch.
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- GPS
- Over 30% larger display
- Electrical and optical heart sensors
- ECG app
- Digital Crown with haptic feedback
That apart, there is the heart rate monitor as well that can detect irregularities in the heart rate. It can also detect low heart rate as well which can be just as serious a heart issues as otherwise. A notification will also be issued to warn the user of his or her potential heart problems like Atrial fibrillation.
However, that’s not all as the new Apple Watch is now advanced enough to detect if the user has had a fall. With new advanced sensors like gyroscope and accelerometer the Apple Watch comes equipped with enabling it to study hand or wrist movements to conclude. And if it feels there has been a fall, it will offer to call help, or wait for 60 secs and seek external help if there is no response made within the first 60 mins.
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- LEAVE YOUR PHONE IN YOUR POCKET: Apple Watch Series 6 GPS Model lets you call, text, and get directions from your wrist, while leaving your phone in your pocket. It offers multiple connectivity options, including: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and NFC to suit all of your possible needs.
- ALWAYS-ON RETINA DISPLAY: You no longer need to raise your wrist or touch the screen to see the time or other information on your watch face, because the display never sleeps. All you need to do is glance to find the time or your workout metrics right there where you want them.
- ECG ON YOUR WRIST: With the ECG app, Apple Watch Series 6 is capable of generating an ECG similar to a single-lead electrocardiogram. It’s a momentous achievement for a wearable device that can provide data for doctors and peace of mind for you wherever may be during the day.
- WORKOUTS THAT DON'T QUIT: Cycling, yoga, swimming, high-intensity interval training.the list goes on. You me it, Apple Watch measures it. Set workout-specific goals, see full summaries when you’re done, and track how you’re trending over time in the Activity app on your iPhone.
- GET LOST IN YOUR MUSIC: With Apple Music on your wrist, you’ve got 60 million tracks of musical motivation to take you places. You can also catch up on the latest podcasts or listen to an audiobook if that's your thing. Stream everything you need right from your watch, even without your phone.
Powering the new Apple Watch is the company’s new 64-bit dual core S4 chip. The smartwatch is now endowed with a better speaker as well to allow for unhindered communicating at all times. In fact, everything with the new Apple Watch is new, which extends to the user interface as well. That includes the ability to accommodate your nearest accomplices in the watch face. And tapping on them is all that is needed to begin communicating with them.
As for its battery, Apple said that is going to last 18 hours at a stretch. This should allow for a day’s usage. The smartwatch already boasts cellular connectivity, which means it can be used independently without requiring to be tethered to an iPhone. Apple also said the new Apple Watch 3 series has won the necessary FDA certification as well.
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- GET SMARTER HEALTH INSIGHTS—Apple Watch SE 3 is an advanced health tracker that helps you better understand your body. The smartwatch sends alerts for an irregular heart rhythm, or an unusually high or low heart rate.* You can view your overnight health tracking metrics with the Vitals app,* track your sleep score, and get sleep apnea notifications.*
- A GREAT FITNESS TRACKER—SE 3 can track your workouts in a healthy number of ways—from running and strength training to simply achieving your 10K steps a day. With real-time metrics and Workout Buddy powered by Apple Intelligence from your nearby iPhone,* you’ll hit your goals like never before.
- KEEP HELP CLOSE AT HAND—SE 3 is a smartwatch that can detect a hard fall or severe car crash and automatically help connect you to emergency services and notify your emergency contacts.* Check In can automatically notify a loved one when you’ve arrived at your destination.
- WOMEN’S HEALTH INSIGHTS—SE 3 has advanced sensors that track your wrist temperature while you sleep. With this smartwatch, you can log your periods and symptoms, get period predictions, and get notified of cycle deviations.*
- GREAT BATTERY LIFE AND FASTER CHARGING—Enjoy a smartwatch with all-day, 18-hour battery life* from sunup to sundown. Then charge up to twice as fast as SE 2* and get up to 8 hours of battery in just 15 minutes.*
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The rear side of the watch too seems to be exuding character this time and has a sapphire crystal cover over the smart sensors. The new smartwatch is eco-friendly too. Price starts at $399 for the GPS only variant while the GPS + cellular model will set one back $499. Pre-order starts September 14 with deliveries slated to commence starting September 21. Along with Watch 4, watchOS 5 will be released on September 17th.
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- GET SMARTER HEALTH INSIGHTS—Apple Watch SE 3 is an advanced health tracker that helps you better understand your body. The smartwatch sends alerts for an irregular heart rhythm, or an unusually high or low heart rate.* You can view your overnight health tracking metrics with the Vitals app,* track your sleep score, and get sleep apnea notifications.*
- A GREAT FITNESS TRACKER—SE 3 can track your workouts in a healthy number of ways—from running and strength training to simply achieving your 10K steps a day. With real-time metrics and Workout Buddy powered by Apple Intelligence from your nearby iPhone,* you’ll hit your goals like never before.
- KEEP HELP CLOSE AT HAND—SE 3 is a smartwatch that can detect a hard fall or severe car crash and automatically help connect you to emergency services and notify your emergency contacts.* Check In can automatically notify a loved one when you’ve arrived at your destination.
- WOMEN’S HEALTH INSIGHTS—SE 3 has advanced sensors that track your wrist temperature while you sleep. With this smartwatch, you can log your periods and symptoms, get period predictions, and get notified of cycle deviations.*
- GREAT BATTERY LIFE AND FASTER CHARGING—Enjoy a smartwatch with all-day, 18-hour battery life* from sunup to sundown. Then charge up to twice as fast as SE 2* and get up to 8 hours of battery in just 15 minutes.*
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- A FULL-FEATURED HEALTH TRACKER—Apple Watch Series 11 gives you invaluable insights about your body, right from your wrist. Take an ECG anytime* and get alerts for a high and low heart rate or an irregular rhythm*—so you can stay closer to your heart. You can also view your overnight health tracking metrics with the Vitals app* and be notified of possible sleep apnea.*
- KNOW YOUR SLEEP SCORE—With advanced sleep tracking, Series 11 gives you a daily sleep score. It’s an easy way to help measure and understand the quality of your sleep, so you can make it more restorative.
- GET HYPERTENSION NOTIFICATIONS—Did you know that Series 11 can spot signs of chronic high blood pressure? By analyzing how your blood vessels respond to beats of the heart, it can notify you of possible hypertension.*
- SAFETY FEATURES—A smartwatch that puts your safety first. Series 11 can detect a hard fall or severe car crash, automatically help connect you with emergency services, and notify your emergency contacts.* Check In can automatically notify a loved one when you’ve arrived at your destination.
- A POWERFUL FITNESS TRACKER—With advanced metrics and motivating features like Pacer, Heart Rate Zones, training load, and Workout Buddy powered by Apple Intelligence from your nearby iPhone*—Series 11 is made to help everyone stay active, from runners and hikers to strength-training enthusiasts.
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