The excellent news? Apple may truly be cooking up one thing extra fascinating! Rumors of the primary main Apple Watch redesign in years coming from a trusted supply (Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman) inform us the Apple Watch might lastly convey one thing new to the desk! The not-so-good information is that we aren’t speaking about Apple’s upcoming watches, the Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Extremely 2 however concerning the 2024 Apple Watch, allegedly referred to as “Apple Watch X“.
Let me clarify…
Apple Watch Sequence 9 and Apple Watch Extremely 2: Why 2023 is likely to be the most effective and worst time to purchase an Apple smartwatch
Apple’s new Watch Sequence 9 and Apple Watch Extremely 2 are anticipated to get a model new chip for the primary time in three years. However this is likely to be the one improve they get.
Once more, beginning with the excellent news, Apple will (lastly) be upgrading the chip of their smartwatches for the primary time for the reason that Apple Watch Sequence 6, which is a much bigger deal than many notice.
The 5nm construct of the alleged Apple S9 chip ought to convey noticeable enhancements to efficiency and effectivity within the Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Extremely 2, and doubtlessly permit Apple’s new watches to do some issues they weren’t in a position to do earlier than. That being mentioned, it’s not just like the Apple Watch 8 or Apple Watch 7 ever felt “gradual” (the truth is, fairly the other), so the larger beneficial properties is likely to be within the space of effectivity and battery life, which might be a a lot appreciated improve.
The not-so-good information about this yr’s Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Extremely 2 is that other than the anticipated (main) processor improve, we aren’t actually anticipating something new – like in any respect. In keeping with leaks and rumors (or the shortage thereof), the brand new SoC within the Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Extremely 2 is likely to be the one new factor about Apple’s 2023 watches, that means they need to look (and really feel) mainly the identical as their predecessors.
I consider this explains why I won’t be interested by shopping for an Apple Watch 9 or the tremendous costly Apple Watch Extremely. To not point out, the Apple Watch SE gained’t be refreshed this yr (however in 2024), which makes shopping for a brand new, finances Apple Watch a no-go too.
Apple Watch X with full redesign rumored for 2024: As necessary as iPhone X, or not so good as Apple Watch Extremely?
Will the Apple Watch get its personal iPhone X-like second subsequent yr?
The apparent purpose to count on an Apple Watch “X” within the first place is the 2017 “iPhone X”, which was launched to have a good time the tenth anniversary of the iPhone. Nevertheless, other than the “apparent”, we have already got a leak/rumor coming from dependable tipster Mark Gurman who says Apple is planning a significant redesign for the Apple Watch that may coincide with the tenth anniversary of the machine.
- In keeping with Gurman, Apple is aiming to make the Apple Watch thinner and slimmer, that means this might doubtlessly lead to a bigger show, which could even be of the brighter and extra environment friendly microLED variety beforehand rumored to come back to the Apple Watch in 2024-2025.
- The alleged Apple Watch X can be rumored to convey a brand new form of watch bands that (in accordance with Gurman) would connect magnetically and unlock priceless house within the chassis for different parts at the moment taken up by the band cutouts. In fact, this could additionally make older Apple Watch bands incompatible with the alleged Apple Watch X.
- When it comes to well being options, we haven’t heard any rumors simply but however Apple’s been engaged on bringing blood strain monitoring to the Apple Look ahead to some time now, and it’d make sense if this comes with the alleged Apple Watch X, particularly contemplating the corporate’s sturdy dedication to bettering well being and health options.
It’s necessary to notice that the landmark anniversary of the Apple Watch would technically be in April 2025, for the reason that unique Apple Watch was launched in April 2015. Nevertheless, for the reason that Apple Watch launch was moved to September, and for the reason that Apple Watch 9 is predicted to debut this yr, it appears to be like extra doubtless that the tenth Apple Watch can be launched in September 2024 now. Any totally different end result would imply Apple will skip releasing a brand new Apple Watch in September 2024, which is extremely unlikely.
Apple Watch X must be actually particular if it’s going to be utilizing the “X” identify
On a private observe, as a present Pixel Watch consumer ready for the “excellent” Apple Watch to purchase, I have to say that if the Apple Watch X is a factor, then I’d prefer it to ship some significant upgrades in areas that matter to me and most of the people. Particularly if I’ll be spending over $500 for a watch…
- In addition to the brand new design, I’d prefer to see longer battery life on the alleged Apple Watch X; contemplating this one’s anticipated to be thinner and slimmer than its predecessors, this may contain a brand new battery expertise that Apple will hopefully develop for the Apple Watch X
- Quick charging and common Qi wi-fi charging is one thing else I’d like to see on my first Apple Watch; contemplating smartwatches don’t final lengthy on a single cost, these two options may very well be tremendous helpful – particularly when touring
- I’d additionally prefer to see some extra well being monitoring options on high of the rumored blood strain monitoring like temperature sensors that may measure your physique temperature on demand (at the moment, the Apple Watch 8 and Apple Watch Extremely can solely take your temperature when you’re sleeping)
- I do know this isn’t occurring but when for some purpose Apple takes “loopy” requests… make it a circle
There’s one thing complicated about the way forward for Apple’s flagship smartwatch – is it going to be the Apple Watch Extremely or the alleged Apple Watch X?
If Apple was to launch an Apple Watch X, would the Apple Watch Extremely nonetheless be the corporate’s flagship smartwatch?
Ultimately, I don’t find out about you however there’s an fascinating query that retains popping up in my head…
With each the “redesigned” Apple Watch X and Apple Watch Extremely (which must be in its third iteration in 2024)… which one goes to be Apple’s flagship smartwatch? The simple reply is likely to be “the costlier Apple Watch”, however is it that straightforward?
For the report, my cash can be on the Apple Watch Extremely mannequin however solely due to the worth argument. That being mentioned, the Apple Watch Extremely is (technically) extra of an fanatic smartwatch (due to its journey centric options), or just one you purchase when you’ve got further money that you just don’t thoughts spending.
That being mentioned, if folks (regardless of whether or not that’s the ‘audience’ or not) are shopping for the $800/€1,000 Apple Watch Extremely (which they do), then this might be Apple’s flagship smartwatch, as a result of that’s the one Apple will wish to promote extra of. What’s your two cents on this one?
Anyway… I’m wanting ahead to getting my very first Apple Watch however I do know one factor – it’s unlikely this would be the upcoming Apple Watch 9… or the expensive Apple Watch Extremely 2. So, let’s hope the Apple Watch X is actual and value it.
