Apple Unveils Apple Watch Series 7 Featuring Larger Screen Sizes From $399

[brofkand]

what a weak update. have they already ran out of ideas for Apple Watch?

 

[Jakeycov]

I am glad they stayed with the design. I mean, this has to work on arms and with clothing etc. They clearly want this to be more soft and fluid. A boxier design just doesn’t sit well on different arms. I’m sure they’ve done a ton of research.

 

[semka]

The most underwhelming release of Apple Watch... My money are safe this year. Hopefully, they will have all the promised health features next time around.

 

[- rob -]

Remember, it was Prosser alone who predicted flat edges. No one else credible did.

Prosser: Apple Watch Series 7 to Feature Flat-Edged Design, New Green Color Option

The upcoming Apple Watch Series 7 will feature a flat-edged design, similar to the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro, and the addition of a new green case...

www.macrumors.com

Macrumors avoids some rumors because the info is obviously unlikely or the images clearly doctored.

Why hasn't this site stopped giving attention to this person? By publishing links and having this conversation happen again and again in the forums, it promotes continued more egregious claims. Prosser is like the Trump of technology leaks.

 

[coolerkid]

No release date yet?!?

 

[ndalum]

I was going to buy one based on the leaks, but I don't see a need now. I'll wait for the blood pressure monitor.

 

[davydavy]

Seriously hard to hide the disappointment with this update. Old-fashioned round corners, no new capabilities. I was planning on buying the new version, but looks like I'll be waiting quite a bit longer..

 

[Flood4]

Apple was CLEARLY behind a mis/dis information campaign about what this new device would look like. They are still the master.

Not.
Looks like most of us are disappointed.
Not a feeling Apple would plan on purpose.

 

[redman042]

I'm glad they stuck with rounded edges. While I was initially excited about the rumored change to flat sides, the more I looked at my watch the more I realized it just looks classier with some curves. I don't want something that looks like a little iPad on my wrist. It wouldn't look right.

 

[axantas]

I disagree. The Apple Watch is distinctive, but not iconic. The iPhone is by far a more popular and recognizable device, and yet Apple had no problem going to flat edges with the iPhone 12 after several years of rounded edges.

I like Apple Watch for its utility, not its form. I initially did not like the idea of a flat edge Apple Watch, but after seeing renders of what it could look like, I preferred its design over the current bulbous form (as long as they can ensure the flat edges won’t cut dig into the skin).

Do not compare a watch with an iPhone. It is a different market, believe me. There are Hermès Apple watches. There are Hermès watches in the luxury segment. Hermès follows a design language. Not all Apple watches are Hermès, but Apple follows a different strategy with their watches, which alignes to that market. You may change a phones appearance radically, but do not do it with a watch. The appearance of an Apple watch is already kind of iconic.

 

[semka]

what a weak update. have they already ran out of ideas for Apple Watch?

Looks like some last minute decisions due to component shortages and Covid challenges.

 

[yegon]

The iPad Mini is the one thing from it that is vaguely interesting.

Not for me, still super happy with my 2018 11” iPP for on the go use, but that Mini is very appealing.

 

[alexandr]

ok, this year is a no-brainer — sticking with my 6

 

[jz0309]

“More rounded”… so, Prosser, what do you say now???

 

[DamonOrl]

No space grey aluminum. I believe that’s a first. Some of the new colors are nice though.

 

[yaxomoxay]

Wife has an AW3. Very undecided between AW7 and SE.

 

[dtruett1]

I just placed my order for the Series 6. I don't have the patience to wait until their supply chain problems work out, which will probably be late fall.

 

[axantas]

The iPad Mini is the one thing from it that is vaguely interesting.

Not for me, still super happy with my 2018 11” iPP for on the go use, but that Mini is very appealing.

We are completely off-topic here, yegon, but I just share exactly your thoughts...

 

[Gamewave]

No more Nike versions?

 

[jmgregory1]

Disappointed in the fact that they stuck with the current form of the Watches. But at the same time it means no need for me to upgrade from my Series 5. Hopefully next year they’ll do a more significant update, which at that point I’ll likely need a new Watch.

 

[bigjnyc]

Apple was CLEARLY behind a mis/dis information campaign about what this new device would look like. They are still the master.

Why would Apple leak an exciting chasis re-design only to unveil the same chasis? I would think that would be negative for them.

 

[webbuzz]

So more durable - is it sapphire? What’s the mohs hardness/scratchability?

It is weird that they didn't differentiate between models.

 

[Devnul0]

Glad to see the smoother shape. I already have enough troubles with AW4 snagging coat sleeves and gloves when putting on and taking off, and the squarer shape in the "leak" renders looked like it would just make things even more difficult. 4 → 7 isn't a huge upgrade, but it would get me a refresh in the form factor I like.

 

[ericg301]

what a weak update. have they already ran out of ideas for Apple Watch?

obviously the future is new health sensors but those take longer to develop and approve than apple's yearly cycle. hence "s-style" updates every other year or so

 

[webbuzz]

No more Nike versions?

Available this fall as well.