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Apple Watch Series 7 Pre-Orders to Start This Friday, Available on October 15
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Yes but I still want to see the different case colours and band options and add one as favourite before preorders go live. Can’t decide properly when in a rush!
Could you not order the Blue Apple Watch Series 6 with the Sport Band, or is this a new thing on Apple's site?
I was trying to decide between the Blue or Midnight Apple Watch Series 7 with the "Abyss" Sports Band.
I was trying to decide between the Blue or Midnight Apple Watch Series 7 with the "Abyss" Sports Band.
We won't know until the Series 7 is on the Apple Watch Studio. I bet it will be 41 and 45mm only.
i cant wrap my head around why there’s a date reveal, and the “go live” for the product combinations and selections still hasnt been done.
i find apple’s product pages to be entirely useless. iphones are only shown as renders, not in real world spaces next to other objects for size and color comparison. the watch page is a scrolling mile of self-indulgent text, color options suffer the same problem as the iphone.
tech specs, real world photos, and the product selection options would be very helpful…
Is Apple taking us all for mugs?
Release date of Friday but..
Apple really doesn’t seem bothered with this release at all IMHO.
Release date of Friday but..
- No update specs for AW7
- No updated studio to visualise your new combo before you order.
- No full pricing released to help get a view on what combos are available.
- Still no comparison of the AW7 to current or previous models it’s still only AW6 and lower.
Apple really doesn’t seem bothered with this release at all IMHO.
What I mean is I don’t think you will be able to order the old 40/44mm with the new S7 even though they are compatible.
Abyss is a new band so it will be available with the S7.
Hopefully the S7 will appear in the Watch Studio soon!
It should be there now. iPad, iPhone, you name it they are all done at the same time. It’s a terrible user experience error to say. Ohh great new watch I will check it out and nope no info.
Sorry as some invoked in retail that’s is very poor. I will stated again they are taking us as mugs or this really is an afterthought release they don’t care about.
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It didn't answer my question is why I asked "Huh?"
I should've clarified more I guess:
I asked if a person could ever purchase the "Blue" Apple Watch Series 6 (back in 2020) with the Sports Band. According to Apple.com, you can't purchase a Blue Series 6 with the Sports Band now (though technically, you can't purchase ANY Series 6 now, but you know what I mean). I was wondering if that was always the case, even back in 2020.
I agree it should already be there but, we have to deal with what is for the moment.
For the last couple of years at least Apple has started sending the watch and bands packaged separately (although shipped together), so you can pretty much order any combination of watch and band you desire.
Apple Watch looks so awesome but I just can’t seem to get myself to buy one. Just can’t see myself using it
You could also spend $79 and have Apple replace the battery on your Series 6.
Tried. I'm out of warranty. Not spending $350 to get a new battery when I could spend about that with trade in and get a new watch.
Thanks! The reason why I asked was because I thought it was strange when I look at the Series 6 here:
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Note that the Sport Band isn't an option. I thought that was weird, and was curious if that had always been that way.
I know many are underwhelmed by this year’s update, but I haven’t updated since I got my stainless steel S4; the additional features hadn’t really appealed to me & my S4 runs great!
I’ll be upgrading this year, drawn in by the bump in speed, processing, & screen size. So here’s my question: What are everyone’s thoughts on the casing?
I won’t buy the aluminum watch because it scratches easily and I tend to be somewhat accident prone. Titanium is supposed to scratch less, or at least SHOW the scratches less because of the finish, but my black stainless steel S4 doesn’t have a scratch or scuff on it. So, is titanium worth the extra (presumable) $100?
I’ll be upgrading this year, drawn in by the bump in speed, processing, & screen size. So here’s my question: What are everyone’s thoughts on the casing?
I won’t buy the aluminum watch because it scratches easily and I tend to be somewhat accident prone. Titanium is supposed to scratch less, or at least SHOW the scratches less because of the finish, but my black stainless steel S4 doesn’t have a scratch or scuff on it. So, is titanium worth the extra (presumable) $100?
This is from Apple Canada Newsroom. I suppose that you will be able to get similar press releases for the countries where pre-orders begin on Friday. (https://www.apple.com/ca/newsroom/2021/10/apple-watch-series-7-orders-start-friday-october-8/)
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Apple Watch Series 7, featuring a larger, more advanced display, is available for order starting Friday, October 8.
Apple today announced Apple Watch Series 7, featuring the largest and most advanced Apple Watch display ever — and a reengineered Always-On Retina display with significantly more screen area and thinner borders — will be available to order beginning Friday, October 8, at 5 a.m. PDT and available in stores starting Friday, October 15.
The design of Apple Watch Series 7 is refined with softer, more rounded corners, and the display has a unique refractive edge that makes full-screen watch faces and apps appear to seamlessly connect with the curvature of the case. At just 1.7 mm thin, the narrower borders of Apple Watch Series 7 maximize the screen area of the display while minimally changing the dimensions of the watch itself. Apple Watch Series 7 also features a user interface optimized for the larger display, a new QWERTY keyboard, plus two unique watch faces — Contour and Modular Duo — designed specifically for the new device. Users benefit from the same all-day 18-hour battery life,1 now complemented by 33 percent faster charging.
The new Contour face on Apple Watch Series 7 — shown on the new PRODUCT(RED) aluminum case — takes the dial right to the edge of the display and fluidly animates throughout the day, emphasizing the current hour.
The new Modular Duo face on Apple Watch Series 7 leverages the extra screen area with two large, data-rich center complications.
The classic World Time face, based on heritage watches and ideal for travelers, tracks the time in 24 time zones around a double dial.
Available in 41mm and 45mm sizes, Apple Watch Series 7 is the most durable Apple Watch ever, with a stronger, more crack-resistant front crystal. It is the first Apple Watch to have an IP6X certification for resistance to dust, and maintains a WR50 water resistance rating.2
The display on Apple Watch Series 7 has a unique refractive edge that makes full-screen watch faces and apps appear to seamlessly connect with the curvature of the case.
Apple Watch Series 7 introduces five beautiful new aluminum case finishes, including midnight, starlight, green, and a new blue and (PRODUCT)RED, along with a range of new band colours and styles. Stainless steel models are available in silver, graphite, and gold stainless steel, along with Apple Watch Edition in titanium and space black titanium.
Apple Watch Series 7 is available in five brand new aluminum case colours, including midnight, starlight, green, and a new blue and (PRODUCT)RED.
Apple Watch Series 7 is available in silver, graphite, and gold stainless steel.
Apple Watch Series 7 in titanium and space black titanium.
Apple Watch Nike and Apple Watch Hermès also introduce exclusive new bands and watch faces, and Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch Series 3 continue in existing colours.
Apple Watch Nike in midnight with the new Bounce watch face and Nike sport loop.
Apple Watch Hermès Gourmette Double Tour in Fauve Barénia leather.
The newest Apple Watch continues to offer indispensable tools for health and wellness, including an electrical heart sensor and ECG app,3 and a Blood Oxygen sensor and app.4 watchOS 8 helps users stay healthy, active, and connected through new workout types, the new Mindfulness app, innovative accessibility features, greater access with Apple Wallet, and more capabilities with the Home app, along with enhancements to Messages and the Photos app.
Apple Watch Series 7 continues to offer indispensable tools for health and wellness, including an electrical heart sensor and ECG app.
Apple Watch Series 7 features a Blood Oxygen sensor and app.
watchOS 8 offers two new popular workout types that are beneficial for both physical fitness and mindful movement: Tai Chi and Pilates.
The Mindfulness app in watchOS 8 features an enhanced Breathe experience; a new session type, Reflect; and guided Meditations for Fitness+ subscribers.
Apple Watch wearers can add hotel room keys to Wallet and tap their watch to unlock later this fall.
The redesigned Home app in watchOS 8 offers more convenient access to accessories and scenes.
With watchOS 8, Apple Watch users can combine the use of Scribble, Dictation, and emoji all within the same message.
When customers buy directly from Apple, Apple Watch Studio gives them the exclusive opportunity to pick their preferred case and band combination to create a look that is uniquely their own. Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop bands are available only at Apple.
Pricing and Availability
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Apple Watch Series 7 orders start Friday, October 8, with availability beginning Friday, October 15
Apple Watch Series 7 features a larger and more advanced display, enhanced durability, faster charging, new aluminum case colours, and watchOS 8
Apple Watch Series 7, featuring a larger, more advanced display, is available for order starting Friday, October 8.
Apple today announced Apple Watch Series 7, featuring the largest and most advanced Apple Watch display ever — and a reengineered Always-On Retina display with significantly more screen area and thinner borders — will be available to order beginning Friday, October 8, at 5 a.m. PDT and available in stores starting Friday, October 15.
The design of Apple Watch Series 7 is refined with softer, more rounded corners, and the display has a unique refractive edge that makes full-screen watch faces and apps appear to seamlessly connect with the curvature of the case. At just 1.7 mm thin, the narrower borders of Apple Watch Series 7 maximize the screen area of the display while minimally changing the dimensions of the watch itself. Apple Watch Series 7 also features a user interface optimized for the larger display, a new QWERTY keyboard, plus two unique watch faces — Contour and Modular Duo — designed specifically for the new device. Users benefit from the same all-day 18-hour battery life,1 now complemented by 33 percent faster charging.
The new Contour face on Apple Watch Series 7 — shown on the new PRODUCT(RED) aluminum case — takes the dial right to the edge of the display and fluidly animates throughout the day, emphasizing the current hour.
The new Modular Duo face on Apple Watch Series 7 leverages the extra screen area with two large, data-rich center complications.
The classic World Time face, based on heritage watches and ideal for travelers, tracks the time in 24 time zones around a double dial.
Available in 41mm and 45mm sizes, Apple Watch Series 7 is the most durable Apple Watch ever, with a stronger, more crack-resistant front crystal. It is the first Apple Watch to have an IP6X certification for resistance to dust, and maintains a WR50 water resistance rating.2
The display on Apple Watch Series 7 has a unique refractive edge that makes full-screen watch faces and apps appear to seamlessly connect with the curvature of the case.
Apple Watch Series 7 introduces five beautiful new aluminum case finishes, including midnight, starlight, green, and a new blue and (PRODUCT)RED, along with a range of new band colours and styles. Stainless steel models are available in silver, graphite, and gold stainless steel, along with Apple Watch Edition in titanium and space black titanium.
Apple Watch Series 7 is available in five brand new aluminum case colours, including midnight, starlight, green, and a new blue and (PRODUCT)RED.
Apple Watch Series 7 is available in silver, graphite, and gold stainless steel.
Apple Watch Series 7 in titanium and space black titanium.
Apple Watch Nike and Apple Watch Hermès also introduce exclusive new bands and watch faces, and Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch Series 3 continue in existing colours.
Apple Watch Nike in midnight with the new Bounce watch face and Nike sport loop.
Apple Watch Hermès Gourmette Double Tour in Fauve Barénia leather.
The newest Apple Watch continues to offer indispensable tools for health and wellness, including an electrical heart sensor and ECG app,3 and a Blood Oxygen sensor and app.4 watchOS 8 helps users stay healthy, active, and connected through new workout types, the new Mindfulness app, innovative accessibility features, greater access with Apple Wallet, and more capabilities with the Home app, along with enhancements to Messages and the Photos app.
Apple Watch Series 7 continues to offer indispensable tools for health and wellness, including an electrical heart sensor and ECG app.
Apple Watch Series 7 features a Blood Oxygen sensor and app.
watchOS 8 offers two new popular workout types that are beneficial for both physical fitness and mindful movement: Tai Chi and Pilates.
The Mindfulness app in watchOS 8 features an enhanced Breathe experience; a new session type, Reflect; and guided Meditations for Fitness+ subscribers.
Apple Watch wearers can add hotel room keys to Wallet and tap their watch to unlock later this fall.
The redesigned Home app in watchOS 8 offers more convenient access to accessories and scenes.
With watchOS 8, Apple Watch users can combine the use of Scribble, Dictation, and emoji all within the same message.
Shop Directly with Apple
With an entirely redesigned online store, shopping with Apple online or in-store is simpler than ever. Whether a customer is seeking personalized support and advice from an Apple Specialist or taking advantage of Apple’s convenient delivery and pickup options, free engraving, special carrier offers, or great new trade-in values, the best place to buy the latest Apple products is at Apple.When customers buy directly from Apple, Apple Watch Studio gives them the exclusive opportunity to pick their preferred case and band combination to create a look that is uniquely their own. Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop bands are available only at Apple.
Pricing and Availability
- Customers in Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, Russia, South Korea, the UAE, the UK, the US, and more than 50 other countries and regions will be able to order Apple Watch Series 7 beginning at 5 a.m. PDT on Friday, October 8, with availability in stores beginning Friday, October 15.
- Apple Watch Series 7 starts at $529 (CAD), Apple Watch SE starts at $369 (CAD), and Apple Watch Series 3 starts at $249 (CAD).
- Apple Watch Series 7 is available from apple.com/ca/store and the Apple Store app, and through Apple Authorized Resellers and select carriers.
- Customers can buy Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular) directly from apple.com/ca/store or at an Apple Store. And through Apple Trade In, customers can get credit toward the purchase of a new Apple Watch.5 Terms apply. For eligibility requirements and more details, see apple.com/ca/shop/buy-watch/apple-watch.
Feels like a really botched rollout to me. Like either they intentionally don’t want to share any details or this watch is really an odd backup product and they didn’t even finalize the marketing plan and all the marketing material. But at the same time someone from sales is pushing to start collecting orders…