First Real-World Look Shows Apple Watch Series 7 Amid Rumors of Imminent Launch

[MacRumors]

Amid rumors that the Apple Watch Series 7 could go on sale in just a matter of weeks, new images shared with MacRumors allegedly show the new Apple Watch in the wild, giving us our first real-world look at Apple's latest watch.

The images were initially posted on a Facebook group for Apple Watch enthusiasts, but it has been taken down since its posting. The poster of the photos claimed that they are working for a carrier who was testing the Series 7 before it officially goes on sale "later this fall."

We've so far only seen the Series 7 in Apple's marketing and promotional materials, and the company has yet to announce a date for when it will be available for purchase. The images shared today offer us our first hands-on look at the Series 7 with its larger and more expansive display. Despite rumors, the Series 7 does not feature flat-edges but instead "more rounded and softer corners," which allows the display to curve slightly over the sides.

The larger display is one of just a few design changes for the Series 7 compared to the previous generation. The Series 7 features an improved IP6X rating for dust and water resistance but internally maintains the same CPU as the Apple Watch Series 6.

While there certainly could be more internal changes for the Series 7, we'll have to wait until we get our hands on the watch itself to learn about them. For a full rundown of everything we know, be sure to check out our comprehensive roundup.

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[BeauGiles]

Love the third party knock off band that Apple/Nike should've been selling all this time...

 

[Shoo]

Looking good. First AW ever here I come!

 

[Justin Cymbal]

I’m planning on getting this!

Best Buy, Amazon and Staples usually do deals on Black Friday so I’m planning on getting it then for hopefully $50 or $60 off the $399 price

I’m glad that Apple increased the size of the display on this year’s watch- makes it easier to use the apps

 

[The Game 161]

Looks like the midnight colour based on that

 

[smoking monkey]

At first I was disappointed by this new watch, but the newish design is really starting to look good. Much better than the squared version that was rumored to be honest. The fact it's the same processor inside is a little disappointing, but surely they'll tweak it. No new sensors... oh well. Not a deal breaker, but would have been nice. I'd say they are pretty complicated. Bigger screen in same body size though is impressive.

 

[profets]

Looking forward to this upgrade coming from a series 4.

 

[chumps52]

Love the third party knock off band that Apple/Nike should've been selling all this time...

Was going to ask if that was a new/upcoming band haha. Would love a black version of my pride band.

 

[ZipZilla]

someone doesn't like their job. whoever leaked this will be fired immediately because Apple always knows who got what

 

[Apple_Robert]

I wonder how much extra Apple will charge for the 45mm model. I bet the Series 7 45mm will sell well.

 

[IUBall22]

My wallet is ready

 

[borntrouble]

Peak ugliness.

 

[iDento]

A tiny progress is better than a redesign that adds nothing to the user experience.

 

[ValSalva]

Looks nice. More than any other Apple product, the display IS the product with the Apple Watch. Bigger and brighter display with the same battery life. I'm in.

 

[ttyRazor]

Looking forward to this upgrade coming from a series 4.

Agreed. Pretty incremental year over year, but it adds up to enough over series 4

 

[AJTC]

Agreed. Pretty incremental year over year, but it adds up to enough over series 4

I’m torn. I can’t decide if it’s worth the upgrade. I wanted the always on display for a long time but I also like that my Series 4 can only really be seen by me when I lift my arm.

I think if there was space gray instead of midnight I’d be sold. The blue hue from midnight wouldn’t go with a lot of my straps.

 

[Mr. Dee]

It’s amazing how well my Series 3 keeps up. Except for the annoying update process, I probably can get a few more years out of it and then some. I mostly just use it as a timer, track my steps.

 

[Seanm87]

That looks very chunky compared to the straps. I think it’s because the glass is much thicker. Not sure I like it tbh.

 

[benface]

someone doesn't like their job. whoever leaked this will be fired immediately because Apple always knows who got what

I doubt they care that much, given that the watch was already announced and we're just waiting for a date (which this leak doesn't even include).

 

[TrainFromUkraine]

As someone who has to flex wrists while exercising (weight lifting) I am happy they decided to keep rolled edges.

 

[slplss]

Peak ugliness.

Uglier than Series 6? To me it’s the same pebble with bigger screen. Judging by the reflection the glass looks thicker, but if that translates to better protection I’d be in favour of it.

 

[danpass]

I was hoping for flat edge ….

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[Ifti]

Have a series 5 at the moment, and the only thing that I like about the 7 is the full keyboard. I'm tempted but will most likely resist until the series 8 where Im expecting that redesign....

 

[BC2009]

Looking forward to this upgrade coming from a series 4.

i’m in the same boat. i have a series 4 and the glass is a bit scratched after 3 years so looking to upgrade. its funny because i bought the 1 and then the 2 but not the 3 because it was not a big upgrade over the the 2 (mainly cellular, which i did not need since i have my iphone with me 363 days each year). i got the 4 since it was the big design-change/upgrade year and i felt the 5 would be a minor upgrade in comparison, but in actuality the 5, 6 and 7 have all been pretty minor with 7 having the design change but not much else this time. you kinda gotta add them up to get a big upgrade.

 

[lah]

Looks kind of weird. The width of the bands compared to the watch look strange and unappealing to me. I was seriously considering getting an Apple Watch, but I will definitely wait to see it in person before I purchase.