Along with the release of its new iPhone 6th generation smartphone, Apple has introduced a completely new product. Yes, we are talking about the Watch smart watch, which managed to make a splash in a few months of its presence on the market.
For most users, this gadget is something new and unusual, because, as sales statistics of other similar devices show, buyers are not too attracted to smart watches, bracelets and other similar products. Perhaps this is just a matter of habit, and in a few years, watches with smartphone stuffing will become an integral part of our daily life. An alternative view is that Apple tried to release a new product by creating artificial noise around it.
Be that as it may, in this article we will try to figure out what this gadget is. Here you will find both customer reviews about the Apple Watch and the general technical characteristics of the device. And the readers of the article, thus, will be able to decide on their own how they see the new Watch.
The overall concept of smartwatches
Let's start with how this device was implemented. Traditionally for Apple, it was represented by Tim Cook - headcompanies - at a general conference. The device was shown in action, listed its advantages and emphasized that the Apple Watch will allow customers to show what a model in this class can be.
That is, in the words of an Apple representative, there really is information that the company intends to bring smart watches to a new level of popularity, make them a salable accessory and a gadget in demand in everyone's life. This can be read as an understanding that previous attempts to release such a device, which were made by Samsung and other representatives of the electronics market, can be called not entirely successful. Indeed, not so many people use smartwatches now, while the brightest product representative in this segment remains the Apple Watch, the characteristics of which we will present in the article.
Therefore, obviously, the "apple" corporation is serious about restoring the reputation of smart watches in the eyes of the buyer and making this device a kind of must-have.
Case
Well, time will tell if they succeed or not. In the meantime, let's decide what they are trying to “slip” to us under the guise of a revolutionary, high-tech product in a beautiful wrapper. Let's start, of course, with the case, which is extremely important for any device.
First of all, let's emphasize its water resistance. The Apple Watch (reviews confirm this) is designed in such a way as to prevent moisture from entering the device. This is normal depending on how you use the device and if it may come into contact withwith water. Here, in general, there is nothing surprising - it's right when the watch is made protected from water.
In addition, the body of the device is made from different metals, depending on its model. For example, the Apple Watch Sport (reviewed as the lightest gadget in the entire line of models) is made from aluminum. Due to this, the watch is not afraid of scratches and bumps; at the same time, they are light and look quite stylish.
Device screen
The Apple Watch (we'll list the specifications below) is equipped with a touch screen. It is quite sensitive to touch, because it reacts not only to touch, but also to pressure. This is very useful for some applications.
Since a watch is a thing that must be protected from the influence of any factors, it is not surprising that the screen here is covered with different types of protective glass (depending on the watch model). This is either sapphire Sapphire Glass or Ion-X Glass. It, as you might guess, is also not prone to scratches and scuffs, so you should not worry about its quality and service life.
Since, as noted, the Apple Watch screen (in Russia and around the world) is touch-sensitive, it has a special protection against accidental touches. We are now talking about a display lock, which is removed automatically if a person abruptly raises his hand. The developers introduced this function precisely in order to be able to check the time without delay.
Another function worth mentioning isgeolocation of the gadget (work with maps). As you might guess, it is inconvenient for a person to view the map on their own using the touch screen. Therefore, Apple provided a special wheel with which you can scale the map so that all the necessary information is visible.
Clasps and straps
Finally, let's mention one more feature of this watch. It concerns the strap and clasps of the Apple Watch. Reviews show that for many people, an unreliable strap is a major problem when wearing a watch. Apparently, Apple also took this threat seriously. Therefore, the clasp here is made of solid metal, it looks quite impressive, and it functions “for five”. As for the strap itself, it is made of rubber or metal, depending on the model of the device. Thus, firstly, it makes it possible to talk about the long service life of watches, about their high performance. Secondly, the strap is another way to individualize the device, make it unique and inimitable.
Lineup
By the way, let's not forget about individualization. This is another strength of the Apple Watch device. Reviews indicate that there are a huge number of different models of this brand. All of them differ in color, design and features. In particular, if there are only three versions - just Watch, Apple Watch Sport and Watch Edition, then there are (ultimately) several dozen color solutions with them. itgood because it allows you to choose a model that will perfectly satisfy all your wishes.
For even more variety, Apple has released two versions of the watch with different displays (we are talking about 38- and 42-mm screens). Thanks to this, even more people can like smart watches.
Version comparison
To understand the main features of different models of watches, we briefly describe the differences between these models. So, just the Watch version has an aluminum case and a sapphire glass display. It has several colors and types of straps. Another model is Watch Sport. This watch, as can be judged by its name, is adapted for sports due to its lightness (weight reduced by 20 percent compared to the basic version) and strength (the screen of the device is covered with a different glass - brand Ion-X). Finally, the third version is the most luxurious of the above, and due to this, it allows you to position smart watches as a "toy" for we althy people. And the thing is that they are made of yellow or rose gold and cost up to 27 thousand dollars per copy.
Main Features
You ask: “What can this watch do? What are the features of the Apple Watch? We answer: this is a universal electronic device operating on the basis of Apple Watch OS. By its logic, the latter is similar to the operating system of modern smartphones - you can install add-ons in the form of various applications on it. Thus, again, you can expand the capabilities of smart watches.
In particular, in addition to showing the time and map, Apple Watch can determine the rhythm of the heartbeat and breathing rate, the state of the air, serve as a walkie-talkie to communicate with the iPhone, connect to the Internet, work with many information applications (for example, to book a ticket, finding a bus, etc.). Thus, we can say that the functionality of the Apple Watch (reviews can confirm this) is similar to what a smartphone can do.
He alth of owner
Especial attention is paid to he alth monitoring. As already mentioned, the watch is able to calculate the rhythm of the heart and breathing of a person, determine the pressure. With these features, an Apple Watch that can download sports apps like Nike Run can be your go-to workout companion. With them, you can monitor your he alth even more carefully, determining your well-being and adjusting the pace of your workouts. And this is the effective development of your body and he alth promotion.
Cost
If we talk about the price of this device, then this is more of a disadvantage than an advantage. Even for American buyers, according to reviews, Apple watches are quite expensive. Buying a wristband that can track your heart rate during a workout for almost $350 is not a very reasonable thing to do when your iPhone can easily handle other tasks.
In general, the spread in prices is as follows: the cost of Sport starts at $349; simple Apple Watch (technical specificationswhich are not much different) - from $ 549; and luxury Watch Edition - from 10 thousand dollars. The prices shown are valid when buying from the official website of the company. Of course, this is true for the US and other developed English-speaking countries.
If we talk about how much the Apple Watch costs in Russia, the Sport will cost at least 30 thousand rubles, the regular version - 60 thousand, and the Edition - 1.2 million rubles. As you can see, the cost is slightly higher than with a simple exchange rate conversion.
Customer Reviews
If you look at the recommendations of those who have already bought Apple Watch, the most common opinion is that the device is offered at an inflated price. Yes, Apple Watch features (tracking the wearer's body parameters, the ability to use applications, stylish design, and so on) are useful for buyers. But the high cost makes such a gadget too expensive a toy, because for an amount 2-3 times less you can buy a competitor's smart watch.
Other negative points in using the Watch are low battery life (the battery lasts about a day, then you need to use wireless charging to replenish it) and attachment to the iPhone (the watch performs most of its functions after synchronization with the phone). In addition, there is no Russian-language menu.
