Apple, on the occasion of “Time Flies”, has announced the launch date of Apple Watch Series 6. Though everyone already knew about this release but event was majorly focused on Watch Series 6 and Watch SE. As no iPhone is announced so the hot topic, among Apple Freaks these days, is this Apple Watch Series 6.
Launch of Apple Watch Series 6:
“Time Flies” started with the announcement of Watch Series 6, right after announcement of this potential Watch, Apple started taking pre-orders for it and after promotion of just three days; Watch Series 6 is now available for shipment on Apple’s official website from 18th September. Apple decided to maintain the standard starting price for this unique piece too, so it’s available for $399. You can order yours at Apple.
What’s New?
“The future of health is on your wrist,”. Apple
Health Sensors:
All new Apple Watch Series 6 is featuring oximeter to help the users monitor their blood oxygen level in no time. New health sensors are incorporated at the back of Watch in such a fine way so that they can interact with your skin and give you accurate measurements. Combination of waves from red, green, infra-red LEDs and photodiodes from Watch are transmitted into the vessels and the advanced algorithms calculate the oxygen level in blood with the help of color of blood. Time to calculate the blood oxygen level, given by Apple is 15 seconds which proves the efficiency of Watch Series 6. You can get this measurement on demand through the app, or it can be a part of background processes that are functional 24/7. You can enable this feature while setup process and disable at any time you want to.
Apple is linking this all new feature with COVID -19 as low oxygen in blood is also one of the symptoms of coronavirus, adding another reason to buy Watch Series 6.
ECG in the Blink of Eye:
Another smart innovation by Apple is that with the ECG app, Apple Watch Series 6 is capable of generating an ECG. Users can easily get their handy ECG reports without any delay. Estimated time for the calculation of ECG given by Apple is 30 seconds. You simply have to put your finger on Digital Crown and built in electrodes will detect the signals from your heart and generate a waveform. ECG app will diagnose the rhythm of your heart, whether it is normal or not. Medical experts have approved the reports generated from Watch Series 6, but the thing to keep in mind is that it’s for the purpose of medical assistance and not for medication.
Cardio Fitness Alerts:
We can say Watch Series 6 is all about fitness as it uses the maximum oxygen consumption during exercise to monitor your cardio fitness levels. It will notify you know when you’re oxygen level is too low. Notification feature is not released yet but we can expect it by the end of 2020.
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Sleep Regulator:
Always on display Watch Series is enabling it’s users to monitor their sleep routine as well. As it is “Health is on your Wrist” so sleep regulator is must have as accurate amount of sleep ensures better health.
Other major features are: Dance and Functional Strength Training, Core Training, Cool Down activity tracking, Watch face sharing, additional Workout app modes, Hand-washing detection and cycling directions.
These advanced innovations are making Apple Watch Series 6 a preferable wearable for health conscious people as well as tech lovers as no other company is successful in incorporating health sensors in their wearable. Apple is currently undergoing SpO2-related studies, which will help to detect asthma and early signs of respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19. Apple is not the first company trying to implement this idea but surely it is the only successful one.
Design Review:
Apple maintained the same square design with curved edges from last few Apple watches and decided not to switch to watch like round shape. Reason behind it is may be the popularity of this square design due to wide and clear view and ease of use. Apple’s Digital Crown is also same as previous models.
If we talk about the finishes of Series 6, it is available in blue as well as Apple Watch Red Aluminum cases. You can choose any of these materials: titanium, stainless steel, and 100% recycled aluminum. Apple is introducing buckle free and water proof Solo Loop band in Series 6. This Solo Loop is a made up of silicone and nylon without any overlaps. There is a choice of braided and non-braided version, and it is available in seven exciting colors. The braided version is a combination of over 16,000 recycled yarn and ultra-silicone threads creating beautiful texture. We personally liked this band a lot.
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Performance:
If you’re thinking that Series 6 will have more battery life than Series 5, then it’s not the case. Series 6 has the same 18 hours battery life as Series 5, 4 and 3, but Apple announced that Series 6 gets charged faster than its predecessors. Full charge time for Watch Series 6 is 1.5 hours.
2.5 Times Brightness:
Apple claimed that always on display screen of Series 6 is 2.5 times brighter than that of Series 5 which is a nice upgrade for outdoor use, especially while jogging or doing exercise.
Always-On Altimeter:
Always-on altimeter is providing real-time elevation all day long to its users. Altimeter detects even the small elevation above ground level, up and down to the measurement of 1 foot, proving it useful for hikers and mountaineers.
S6 Chipset:
Apple introduced new dual-core S6 chipset and Apple is claiming that it is 20% faster than the chipset of Apple Watch Series 5. U1 chip, with Ultra Wideband antennas, is incorporated in this chipset and Apple is the first one to do so. It will enable short-range wireless location which means that users can use the Watch Series 6 as a digital key for their car.
Family Setup:
Family Setup a feature by watchOS 7 is beneficial for families especially for those members who don’t have iPhones, they can stay connected, safe, and fit using this Watch. It is great for kids in terms communication and personalization capabilities, they can access Emergency numbers at any time. Apple introduced a new mode for kids called Schooltime, which ensures their focus and attention while learning.
Should I Switch from Series 5 to Series 6??
If you’re a fitness freak then surely it’s a Big Yes to switch from Series 5 to Series 6.
Apple Watch Series 6 is we can say an upgrade of Series 5 with new health sensor and chipset. Rests of the features are way much similar to that of Series 5. So if you don’t feel a need to use handy health assistant, or if you think that Series 5 is fulfilling your performance requirements, then there is no need of switching to Series 6. But if you really want to add smartness to your gadgets, Apple Watch Series 6 with waterproof Solo Loop Band is for you. Order the basic one for $399 and if you want LTE+GPS version, it is available for $499 on Apple’s official website. Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop in (PRODUCT) RED are not available for now; they will be available in late October. It is probably the best wearable of its kind, there is no competition for Series 6 in market yet. But the way technology is changing day by day, we can expect anything!
