Altimeter / Barometer Watch3?

[chiefs1968]

I hope that the new apple watch 3 will come with an altimeter and barometer on board what do you think?

 

[Julien]

It is already 'onboard' the Series 2.😀😱

 

[Newtons Apple]

It's purpose is partly for counting the stairs you climb.

 

[chiefs1968]

Actually I was referring to the barometric pressure and altimeter just like the one on the Samsung Gear s3

 

[Julien]

Actually I was referring to the barometric pressure and altimeter just like the one on the Samsung Gear s3

Me too. It is included, just not active in iOS for whatever reason.

https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Apple+Watch+Series+2+Teardown/67385

https://www.bosch-sensortec.com/bst/products/all_products/bmp280