Apple wasted no time introducing the new Apple Watch Series 6 and the new affordable Apple Watch SE. The myriad of leaks and rumors leading up to the event were mostly correct, so there really were no big surprises.
Apple Watch Series 6
The Apple Watch Series 6 is something of an incremental update over the Series 5, feature-wise. Bring Apple’s new S6 chipset. It is a dual-core chip, which according to Apple is up to 20% faster than the S5 inside the Apple Watch Series 5. Integrated into the S6 platform is a U1 chip that has ultra-wideband antennas that allow short-term wireless placement. reach you can allow you can use the Watch Series 6 as a digital key for your car.
The Watch Series 6 uses the same chassis as its predecessor, but brings new aluminum finishes in Product Blue and Red. There are two variants of stainless steel: graphite and classic yellow gold.
At the bottom, the Watch Series 6 implements a new heart rate sensor, which can also measure blood oxygen saturation (SpO2). WatchOS 7 can use a person’s heart rate and movement data to give you a VO2 Max reading, which should help you track your overall fitness level. In conjunction with watchOS 7, Watch Series 6 will support native sleep tracking, automatic handwash detection, and new types of exercises.
Apple Watch Series 6 in new blue and red product
The Apple Watch Series 6 comes with an enhanced always-on-screen display mode that is two and a half times brighter. Apple has combined it with a new always-on altimeter, which tracks your ascent during a hike or climb in real time.
There are seven new watch faces, including Stripes, Chronograph Pro, GMT, and Artist.
Apple introduced some new bands for the Apple Watch Series 6. The Braided Solo Loop and Solo Loop lack a buckle or clasp entirely and come in different sizes.
Apple Watch Series 6 new bands
Apple claims that the Apple Watch Series 6 maintains the battery life of the Series 5 up to 18 hours, while offering a faster charge: a full charge takes less than an hour and a half.
The Apple Watch Series 6 is available for pre-order now with shipping beginning Friday, September 18. The GPS-only aluminum model starts at $ 399 for the 40mm size and $ 429 for the 44mm. The GPS + Cellular version costs $ 499 and $ 529, respectively. The stainless steel model and / or one of the more sophisticated bands will drive the price even higher.
Apple Watch SE
Apple also introduced the more affordable Watch SE. It shares the design and heart rate monitor of the Series 5 and its chipset, but has the same accelerometer, gyroscope and always on altimeter as the Series 6.
The combination of sensors enables the fall detection bracket, which claims to detect even elevation changes as small as 1 foot (around 30 cm).
The Apple Watch SE is also available to pre-order today with shipping starting Friday. The 40mm model starts at $ 279, while the 44mm starts at $ 309. Adding cellular connectivity brings the starting price up to $ 329 and $ 359, depending on size.
Apple will also continue to sell the Watch Series 3, which is its most affordable new wearable. The 38mm version will cost $ 199 and the 42mm version will cost $ 229. Your options come down to a silver aluminum case with a white sport band and a space gray aluminum case with a black sport band.
