1. Is it necessary to change the first generation watch? I think you yourself understand perfectly well that this update is more likely to attract a new audience, those who swim, walk, run a lot, and dream of a gadget created by Nike and Apple. Therefore, if you have money, you can sell first generation watches and buy Apple Watch series 2. But it will be difficult to sell! As people who often deal with second-hand goods say, the prices for the Apple Watch are not at all as interesting as in the case of the iPhone, buyers are now bargaining especially furiously (crisis), so some models can be found for half the price in the store - and often in ideal condition, with complete set, receipts, etc. Accordingly, you should not count on the fact that “now I’ll throw off a quarter, sell, add and buy new ones.” You will have to throw off more than half, listen to criticism from dear customers about scratches (well, where would we be without them), that the strap is worn out, and even the activation and firmware of the first Apple Watch takes a very long time - anyone who has encountered this will agree. Therefore, I personally resolved the issue in my family this way. My wife loves to swim and has wanted an Apple Watch for a long time - series 2, rose gold, 38 mm, some fun straps, great. I will just fine continue walking with the first watch until something happens to it. Well, if the opportunity arises, I’ll switch to the same model, with a metal bracelet, I like it best.
2. I said about the long update and firmware of the first Apple Watch - it really was a pain. The new watch has a new processor and a faster GPU, so the recovery took half or even three times less time. Not instantly, but very quickly! I think in series 3 this will happen right before our eyes.
3. Perhaps the most interesting fact for me is the appearance of a model in a ceramic case. Why is this important? Because after the watch, other things in such a case, accessories or even smartphones may appear. Ceramics is a complex material, but extremely attractive in appearance. From experience, I can say that ceramic watches do not really like strong impacts; the case can “get tired” over time, and therefore, breakages, cracks, and whole pieces are likely to fall out.
This is especially true for watches that have various protruding parts, crown protection, and a large rotating bezel. The ceramic Apple Watch doesn't have anything like that - I think the crown is unlikely to start cracking over time. We'll see though. For now, such watches are produced only in a white version, supplied complete with a sports silicone strap, the cost is 115,990 rubles for the 38 mm version and 119,990 rubles for the 42 mm version. Obviously, you should immediately replace the belt; accessories made of leather, branded or Hermes will do. I liked the new strap the most, it’s called Manchette, three leather colors, it’s a pity that it’s only available in versions for 38 mm watches. Costs 62,990 rubles, shipping in the company’s online store is possible within 3-4 weeks.
Please note that in ceramic watches and in stainless steel models the display is covered by sapphire - in the other series 2 it is tempered ION-X glass.
Here is a beautiful gallery of photographs of ceramic watches; when the opportunity arises, I will also take pictures live on my hand.
4. Probably everyone has already heard about the interesting technology of pushing water out of the watch speaker? There is a membrane on the speaker, an unpleasant sound is heard, the membrane vibrates, water is pushed out.
This is what it looks like.
Before water procedures, you need to swipe your finger from bottom to top across the display, a menu will appear with the charge level, activation of airplane mode, “Find iPhone”, and a drop will be drawn right there. Before starting a workout in the pool, you press, the watch screen stops responding to water, to unlock it you need to turn the crown. It is during this process that a “pushing” sound is heard. I believe the next iPhone may have something similar along with full water protection. But the watch is already not afraid of any water and any water treatments, both those who swim in the pool and young parents will like it; you can bathe your child and not take off your Apple Watch (don’t miss calls, notifications, conversations, etc.).
5. As you know, the first generation watches also remained on the market; they now have a processor and GPU from series 2, but there is no such protection against water or GPS. Apple estimated the difference between the series at almost ten thousand rubles, for example, the aluminum Apple Watch series 1 38 mm with a sports strap costs 24,990, series 2 - 33,990 rubles. Some models are only available as series 2, for example the stainless steel version with bracelet.
The price of this version is 87,990 rubles (42 mm), I like this option the most - I wore it for a year, the strap was scratched, but you can feel the watch on your hand. There is no such feeling with a silicone strap.
6. After the presentation, many acquaintances and friends asked to tell us more about the watches created together with Nike - apparently, this is someone’s nostalgia for the old days, Nike bracelets, Nike sensors for the sole. Once upon a time, Nike accessories worked with iPod players, and updates in this area were talked about at presentations - it is quite logical that in 2016 everything returned to normal and another joint device appeared. The watch has an interesting shell with different motivational inscriptions, its own straps, and its own name - Apple Watch Nike+. They will go on sale at the end of October. The official page is separate.
It’s an interesting thing for joggers and runners, and I think it will be popular. By the way, haven’t you forgotten that you can only take your Apple Watch and headset on a run and leave your phone at home? You can listen to tracks saved in the watch's memory.
7. The set of straps remains the same, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Sports straps are simple, leather straps wear out quite quickly when worn actively, the metal bracelet is good, but gets scratched, a strap “with a modern buckle” has appeared, where a magnet is hidden under the buckle - girls will like this. Classic! By the way, it costs 20,290 rubles.
One that I personally really like is the Milanese mesh bracelet, which is always a good solution.
The woven nylon options look nice in photos, but I don't like them at all in real life. In general, the choice is yours, but for girls I would recommend a leather and Milanese bracelet, for boys - a mesh bracelet, a block bracelet and a sports strap for gym activities. If you have money, you can buy Hermes straps; the classic Simple Tour for a 42 mm watch costs 32,990 rubles. A good solution for all occasions.
8. Series 2 added GPS, a convenient solution not only for hiking, but also for the city - if you don’t want to spend money on roaming, in theory GPS can help. But, of course, the function will be of greater interest to those who play sports, walk and run a lot, including over rough terrain.
9. The brightness of the display has been increased, which has affected the behavior of the watch in the sun - it is easier to read information.
10. If you ask, why buy an Apple Watch at all, I’ll just shrug my shoulders - here everyone decides for themselves what and how to do. There are a number of situations when a smart watch is more interesting than a regular watch, from traveling (no need to rearrange, you can see the time in another city) to the gym: heart rate, calories, training programs. Of course, there is a limitation: the watch needs to be charged every evening, and series 2 is no exception. If there are a lot of notifications, then by nine o’clock in the evening I put it on charge. In the city, you can get by with a regular watch, especially if you get tired of notification trolling and vibration on your wrist - by the way, I also notice it later when I wear a simple mechanical watch. Virtual vibration, latent expectation of notifications, what other gadgets to surround yourself with so as not to miss a like on Facebook. This infuriates many people and makes them abandon their smartwatches, although after a simple setup only important notifications will appear. And what I especially like about Apple Watch is that I no longer miss calls.
I encourage Apple Watch owners to comment - how do you like the update? Will you be replacing your old watch with a new one? What should Apple do with the series 3 to grab your attention? All the comments are very interesting, as always.
The cult brand “Apple” does not forget to update not only smartphones and iPads. The accessories of the world-famous company do not go unnoticed. The hero of the review is the Apple Watch Series 2 smartwatch, which the creator has fully upgraded. Built-in GPS, water resistance, several hydro modes for swimming, amazing display brightness - these are not all the “know-how” that have received approving reviews from experts.
Apple programmers armed themselves with the most advanced technologies, used all the innovations in the world of gadgets, and offered users the Apple S2 SoC. In addition, the Apple company has developed the latest operating system watchOS 3, the happy owners of which can appreciate all the advantages apple watch Watch Series 2 will be able to use the device from the first seconds. How will these changes affect customer reviews and overall product quality?
In the review we will give detailed description latest version"smart watches", we will objectively evaluate additional features second generation devices, and we will try to answer the main questions that concern the reader: “Is it worth changing the accessories of the first series for the new product presented this year?” And “Is the Apple Watch Series 2 really as good as the creators claim?”. Let's figure it out together.
Hours from last episode Apple is available in 38mm or 42mm diagonal. In addition to the display size, the buyer will have to choose the case material. To create Apple watches (the same as before), they use aluminum or stainless steel. The body of the Series 2 model is almost 1 mm thicker than previous variations, but this change did not affect the reviews of happy owners in any way: the thickening does not in any way affect the sensations while wearing, and the difference can only be noticed by a detailed comparison of the gadgets of the two series.
But before we start detailed review device, let's get acquainted with the full collection " Smart Watch" After all, the premium brand not only added another masterpiece to the collection. The developers finally replaced the first generation of watches with Watch Series 1 devices, leaving only the case unchanged. Now the Series 1 model lacks GPS, but now it has latest processor Apple S2, like the Apple Watch Series 2 (but this change received only good reviews).
Now there are two parallel lines of smartwatches on the market (Series 1 and Series 2), which have received flattering reviews from many users. The “debut” generation, still running on the S1 processor, is no longer presented in the Apple Store. A little secret: many distributors will definitely not lose this position in the near future, so if you wish, you can easily find the very first generation of Apple Watch in an unofficial store.
Comparative characteristics of devices
| Apple Watch Series 2 | Apple Watch Series 1 | Apple Watch (2015) | |
| Screen | rectangular, flat, AMOLED, 1.5″, 272×340 (290 ppi) / 1.65″, 312×390 (304 ppi) | rectangular, flat, AMOLED, 1.5″, 272×340 (290 ppi) / 1.65″, 312×390 (304 ppi) | |
| Protection | from water (5 atm) | from splashes | No |
| Strap | removable, leather / silicone / metal / nylon | removable, leather / silicone / metal / nylon | |
| SoC (CPU) | Apple S2, 2 cores | Apple S1P, 2 cores | Apple S1, 1 core @520 MHz |
| Connection | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Camera | No | No | No |
| Microphone, speaker | There is | There is | There is |
| Compatibility | devices running iOS 8.3 and later | devices running iOS 8.3 and later | |
| operating system | watchOS 3.0 | watchOS 3.0 | watchOS 1.0 (upgrade to watchOS 3.0 available) |
| Battery capacity (mAh) | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dimensions* (mm) | 38.6×33.3×11.4 / 42.5×36.4×11.4 | 38.6×33.3×10.5 / 42.5×36.4×10.5 | |
| Weight (g) | 25 / 30 (Sport version)* | 25 / 28 | 25 / 30 (Sport version)* |
| Average price (for Sport version, 38 mm) | T-14207066 | T-14207064 | T-11031691 |
| Apple Watch Series 2 (Sport, 38mm) Retail Deals | L-14207066-5 | ||
| Apple Watch Series 2 (Sport, 42mm) Retail Deals | L-14207067-5 | ||
*according to manufacturer's information
In addition to the flagship Apple Watch Series 2 and Series 1, the company offered fans the Apple Watch Hermes and Apple Watch Nike+ collections, and also seriously expanded its range of straps. Model range The accessories are really impressive! Bracelets differ in style, material, thickness, and color scheme. In short, Apple offered straps for all occasions: for home, office, fitness.
Another feature that has received pleasant reviews: you can buy original bracelets not only complete with the device, but also separately. The designers left the strap mounts unchanged on all Apple watch models, so you can endlessly combine accessories! Now you can experiment with style by changing the dial design and strap design.
The company made some adjustments to the model names (Perhaps in this way Apple sought to simplify the ordering conditions). Apple model The Watch Sport has become the Apple Watch, and when purchasing, you now need to indicate which case you want (steel or aluminum). Judging by the reviews, making a choice and placing an order has become easier. In the elite line of Apple Watch Edition you will no longer find gold watches, but it now includes elegant ceramic models at a reasonable price.
The Apple brand intrigued the whole world with the creation of single-chip systems S2 and S1P. The frequency of the CPU cores is still kept secret. The only information received from Apple representatives: CPU+GPU performance using dual-core single-chip systems will be multiplied by two. This statement will most likely only be verified (or refuted) in practice, that is, after the presentation new version watchOS. It is not yet known whether the S2 and S1P will be compatible with all smartwatch models, but the Apple Watch Series 2 will certainly support new platform.
Equipment
The Apple Watch Series 2 packaging is an elegant white case made of thick cardboard. The product is located in a recess, which guarantees safety during transportation.
Basic equipment:
The model is available with a nylon or silicone strap (optional). This does not affect the cost, but there is one caveat: the nylon bracelet is available in a single size, and if you have large wrists this may cause some inconvenience. Anyway, some negative reviews were associated with this.
Important point: Almost all accessories from the first generation Apple Watch are 100% compatible with Apple Watch Series 2 and Series 1 products. An excellent alternative to the “native” charger - wireless charging, which is connected to a 5 V 1 A power supply using a USB cable. Instead of a complete unit, any charger from a smartphone will work perfectly. This feature has received millions of positive reviews.
Design
An elegant rectangular “dial” with streamlined edges and corners, a miniature logo on the inside of the case - Apple design Watch Series 2 is perfect! Devices with a screen diagonal of 38 mm or 42 mm are available for sale.
On the right side of the case there are two buttons: an oblong one and a round one, rotating like a wheel. This rotating button functions as the Digital Crown. On the back wall there is a heart rate sensor and bracelet latches.
When making a review of the new product, it is simply impossible not to compare the model with previous versions and not pay attention to customer reviews. After all, this is the only way to objectively evaluate all the pros (and cons) of the device.
In the aluminum version of the Apple Watch Sport, the sensor was mounted on a plastic panel, and ceramics were used exclusively for products with a steel case. The creators paid attention to dissatisfied customer reviews and corrected this significant drawback. Now in all models of the Apple Watch Series 2 line, regardless of the price segment, this panel is ceramic.
Another innovation is two speakers instead of one.
We already mentioned that the latest model is a little thicker. This in no way affects the sensations and does not cause the owner the slightest discomfort. According to experts, this increase can be explained by two factors.
Developers were required to install more capacious battery, so that the enhanced SoC performance and screen brightness do not affect the duration battery life.
The most significant innovations in the Apple Watch Series 2 line: built-in GPS and increased water resistance to 5 ATM! How the creators managed to enhance the technical characteristics so much, leaving the design unchanged and increasing the thickness by just a millimeter, remains a mystery!
Why was it so important for Apple to keep the original design? The authors cared not only about aesthetics. If you significantly change the length or width, then exclusive bracelets will no longer be compatible with the entire model range. But branded straps can cost an order of magnitude more than the watch itself, which is why the fastening of the straps has remained unchanged in the new generation!
Moreover, the Apple company does not cease to increase the range of branded belts, expanding color scheme and develop affiliate programs. Thus, Apple is already collaborating with Hermes and Nike. The perforated silicone bands in Nike's signature color scheme on the Apple Watch Nike+ series have received rave reviews. The polymer bracelet with large holes ensures maximum comfort even during intense sports activities.
The only negative: for now they are sold exclusively in tandem with watches.
Advantages of the gadget
Apple Watch Series 2 is available with a 38 mm screen diagonal with a resolution of 272x340 and a 42 mm diagonal with a resolution of 312x390. We conducted an independent examination of the model with a 42 mm display using the latest equipment.
Brief expert characteristics and reviews:
The front surface of the display is made of strong, wear-resistant glass, rounded at the edge.
A special oleophobic (grease-repellent) coating is applied to the mirror plate. Thanks to this, the glass is much less prone to scratching, and fingerprints are much easier to remove.
Carrying out a comparative comparison with Google Nexus 7 2013, we note that the anti-glare properties of the panel are significantly better (as well as the oleophobic layer).
The photo clearly demonstrates the quality of the anti-reflective coating. The screen appears white when turned off.
The screen of the Apple Watch Series 2 is darker than that of its opponent (Google Nexus 7). Apple's photo brightness is 111, Nexus's is 115.
Due to the fact that there is no air between the layers of the display, there is no ghosting of reflection.
The maximum brightness value we recorded during hatching white field for the entire monitor – approximately 660 cd/m², and the minimum is 15 cd/m².
Automatic brightness adjustment works flawlessly. This option works from a special light sensor. You can easily adjust the sensor settings by choosing one of three possible levels. How does this work? When the amount of light decreases, the screen automatically becomes brighter, but the brightness decreases only in very strong contrasts (for example, you logged in with bright sun into a room with artificial lighting). If soft lighting gives way to complete darkness, the watch first goes into standby mode, and only after activating the gadget does the display brightness decrease.
Thanks to this function, combined with excellent anti-glare characteristics, it is convenient to use the watch both during the day (in intense lighting) and at night (in twilight or complete darkness). User reviews confirm that even after vision has adapted to new lighting conditions, the light from the screen will not seem overly bright and “harm” the eyes. Each brightness level is marked with 60Hz modulation, but since its range is small, flicker remains unnoticeable.
The vertical and horizontal axes on the graph clearly demonstrate the brightness-time relationship.
Screen
The Apple Watch Series 2 screen has a built-in AMOLED matrix - an active LED matrix (powered by organic light-emitting diodes). Red (R), green (G) and blue (B) sub-pixels create stunning full-color images.
The primary colors in the spectra are well separated from each other and have the shape of elongated, narrow peaks, which is typical for OLED.
Coverage is not too wide, carefully adjusted to sRGB thresholds. This occurs due to cross-mixing of the component.
Apple Watch Series 2 images are impressively rich, but still look completely natural. Reviews from happy owners of the new product confirm this.
Discrepancy with the spectrum ΔE (absolute black body) – 2-3 units. Black remains black no matter what angle you look at it from. In this case, the blacks are so deep that the contrast settings are simply inappropriate.
The color temperature of the white and gray fields is approximately 7000 K. The uniformity of the white field at right angles is excellent.
Compared to LCD screens, apple display The Watch Series 2 is a serious winner. When looking at an LCD monitor at an angle, the brightness of the image drops significantly. You can admire your Apple watch from any angle – the clarity of the image, as well as the brightness, practically do not change. And only at a very sharp angle blue shades appear in white. Image quality remains high regardless of viewing angle. This statement is confirmed by numerous reviews.
WatchOS 3 and new features
Significant event: legendary brand launched a cutting-edge operating system for watchOS. The updated version of the OS is 100% compatible with all smartwatch models, including Apple watch series 2. It should be noted that there are no radical improvements in the third generation of Apple watches. operating systems No.
The most significant changes:
Dock(the name remains unchanged in the Russian interface).
Modular watch faces.
The Dock greatly simplifies working with the device. If previously, in order to launch any application, you had to go to the main menu, now a light click on the oblong button on the right is enough.
The fact is that due to the miniature size of the icons, which are almost impossible to get into on the first try, working with the application caused some inconvenience to users. Apple programmers paid attention to the negative reviews associated with any manipulations with the main menu, and offered a chic alternative - the Dock.
Now the most popular applications are launched, as they say, “with one click.” By clicking on the Dock, you will see thumbnails of the most important applications. Most frequently used applications are natively docked in the Dock. Everything recently is also recorded in memory open applications, which the user can easily pin to the Dock if desired, and unneeded icons can simply be removed from the list.
Thanks to this practical solution, customer reviews about the functionality of the gadget have become much better. Now you only need to click on tiny icons when you need to open a rarely used application.
We would like to note that initially this key was practically not used. The function it performed turned out to be completely useless in everyday life. Ingenious creators didn't just figure out how to use this element management more rationally. The developers assigned the Dock button to two very useful options! Long press on the key opens the menu emergency call and shutdown.
Innovation in the details
Another useful innovation, available only to owners of Apple Watch Series 2, is a small icon depicting a droplet. This icon is designed to lock the screen when it comes into contact with water. You will find the “water” icon in the menu quick settings. The menu is called up by lightly touching the screen (moving from bottom to top). This improvement received the most positive reviews. After all, now you can safely wear your favorite watch on the beach and not take it off in the pool. The main thing is not to forget to click on the special icon!
The chic dials that appeared in the Apple Watch Series 2 line also did not go unnoticed. The dynamic dials featuring iconic cartoon characters and beautiful jellyfish received the most positive reviews. The latest Apple Watch line sees Mickey Mouse finally team up with his lady love. This will definitely delight all Minnie Mouse fans!
The ability to constantly change the design of the dial with one touch (to change the picture you just need to swipe across the screen from left to right) will interest not only real fashionistas. It's very convenient! Naughty anime is unlikely to be appropriate in the office or at business negotiations. A calm screensaver is an excellent solution for home, but for a morning run or a fitness club, a dial that records your activity is more suitable.
All proposed new items are modular, so each user can easily program the dial to suit themselves, designating where and what information will be displayed on it.
In the Apple Watch Series 2 collection, the creators not only offered users many interesting new features in the design of watch faces, adding colors and dynamics to the assortment, but also made it much easier to change from one screensaver to another.
Fitness potential, or limitless opportunities for sports.
The most rave reviews for the Apple Watch Series 2 line are related to its amazing sports capabilities. Now a branded device combines an unlimited number of additional functions. Suppose that someday wrist watch They will help you restore your breathing, measure your pulse, and be able to count the exact number of meters you have traveled, something even the bravest science fiction writers could not do!
Possibilities
Latest Fitness Features:
Application with breathing exercises.
Application that measures heart rate.
New training modes.
Now let's take a closer look at the high technologies that have caused such admiring reviews from amateurs expensive watches who lead a healthy lifestyle.
“Relax and concentrate on breathing!” Icon "round flower" appears on the display at this application, helps you take a deep breath (the icon slowly increases in size over the course of a minute). When performing the exercise, a unique sensation arises: the watch makes quiet, soft sounds, reminiscent of either a creaking or the ringing of metal.
Of course, such simple utilities in App Store more than enough, but such fine details with Taptic Engine emphasize the status of the brand and its uniqueness, and also earn good reviews from even the most demanding consumers.
People who closely monitor their health will certainly really like the pulse meter. If you wish, you can even monitor your heart rate fluctuations and get detailed statistics per day. The “Health” application on the iPhone will help the user with this (it is in this application that all information from the pulse meter is exported and stored).
New training modes– this is a real victory for the creators of the Apple Watch Series 2, especially in combination with other developments in the series. Thanks to the fact that latest models“smart watches” have finally become waterproof; they can be used not only as a status accessory.
The water-resistant watch is ideal for swimming. Now the model even provides different modes for swimming (in open water or in the pool). For example, when you swim in the pool, the device is collected detailed information about the number of strokes, swimming distance and your activity. In the “open water swimming” mode, in addition to all of the above, GPS is turned on.
Application and synchronization
In order to view all the data recorded during a workout, you need to go to the “Activity” application (on the iPhone).
Important nuance: at the very beginning of the swim, all buttons and the display are automatically blocked. You can unlock the watch by simultaneously pressing two buttons, as well as using the Digital Crown.
Now let's talk about the benefits of the advent of GPS. In theory, you select an outdoor workout mode (such as running or walking), the watch reads the information and exports the data to iPhone app. In practice, everything turned out to be a little more complicated.
Firstly, if the watch does not fit tightly to the wrist, then during intense movement it stops reading the pulse. Secondly, GPS without proper settings shows absolutely incorrect data.
This problem is easily fixed "calibration". True, you will have to spend some time on this: go to the Apple website, find instructions explaining how to properly calibrate GPS and reprogram your “manual” navigator. The finely tuned GPS on Apple Watch Series 2 accurately displays even complex routes.
Battery life
According to the company, the battery life of the Apple Watch Series 2 is 18 o'clock. However, this indicator is extremely conditional. Numerous user reviews indicate that the device works on average for about two days (the same as first-generation devices).
Battery life is affected by many factors:
Quantity and duration telephone conversations;
Frequency of notifications;
GPS operating time;
Using a microphone and speaker;
Screen brightness;
Enabling training modes and other applications.
Surprisingly, even the weather affects battery life! For example, in clear sunny weather, with a long stay outside, the clock discharges much faster than indoors. After all, in intense lighting, the screen brightness automatically increases.
In general, if you use the Apple Watch Series 2 in moderate intensity mode, you can charge the gadget overnight.
Conclusion
This year Apple offered its fans a very worthy product. The Apple Watch Series 2 is one of the best sports watches on the market. Judging by the reviews, “smart watches” are not inferior in functionality even to models designed specifically for fitness (like Garmin watches).
Innovative Apple device copes well with counting steps (meters, kilometers), measuring heart rate, and competently compiles tracks for glider training. The waterproof device will become your personal trainer in the pool and record your results. True, the information provided is not as detailed as in highly specialized devices, but Apple does not cease to improve its devices, so it is a matter of time.
When we look at the Apple Watch Series 2, we have to pay attention to some shortcomings. Reviews about software and GPS are not always flattering. The navigator begins to work efficiently only after calibration, but it only supports Apple cards, which can hardly be called the most reliable. However, after setting up the GPS builds a track without any problems.
We are confident that in the near future, the App Store will be enriched with a variety of supporting applications that will make working with Apple Watch Series 2 even more enjoyable. After all, user reviews largely depend on technical characteristics, gadget fillings, which is why Apple is interested in their devices supporting best apps.
While working on the creation of the second generation of smartwatches, the creators paid a lot of attention to improving the software. It would seem that mere little things: new dials, new unlocking methods, new functions on “old” buttons cannot significantly change user reviews. However, watchOS 3 technologies have made the Apple Watch Series 2 significantly better.
After the appearance Dock buttons working with applications has become as comfortable as possible, while the developers managed to preserve the authentic design of the device. The creators managed to cleverly use the oblong button, using it for really important things.
Another brilliant idea is the use of a wheel Digital Crown to unlock the screen (in previous versions the Digital Crown was rarely used as a wheel).
Some people consider them an unnecessary copy of an iPhone, while others consider them useful gadget, which saves time and helps solve everyday problems. Smart watch We received conflicting reviews from the apple company. Let's look at the functions of the apple watch and figure out how a person can benefit from them.
How much time?
The first thing you need an apple watch for is viewing the time, like on a regular watch. The manufacturer has made the function as convenient as possible. When you move your wrist, the backlight is activated, that is, in the dark the information on the screen will be visible, it can also be turned off.
Yes, there is a choice between classic arrows and time display, as in electronic watch- optional. This apple watch feature will allow you to change the design of the watch from sports to business - depending on the needs of the client.
Health and sports
Let's look at why an athlete or just a person who monitors their health needs an apple watch. A smart gadget can background count and save parameters:
- number of heart contractions (counted by optical heart rate monitor);
- steps taken (pedometer built-in);
- calories burned.
The results are saved in the application, after which they can be analyzed. For convenience, achievements are grouped into 3 categories: general activity, time spent on your feet, and intensive training. Thanks to these tips, the user will be able to determine how effective the training was and will understand when to take a break from work.
When playing sports, using an apple watch will be useful because the device can set the mode physical activity: running, cycling, swimming, etc... The last possibility is inherent in smart watches, they are more resistant to moisture, you can go to the pool without fear. While swimming in apple versions watch sport calculates the number of strokes and laps completed.
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Another distinctive characteristic is control of the quality and duration of sleep. A person does not always monitor whether he went to bed on time, and even more so he is not able to determine how effective the rest was. But your well-being and ability to work quickly and productively depend on the quality of your sleep. Now the Sleep ++ application for apple watch will monitor the indicators. The next morning it will show:
- how long did it take to fall asleep;
- number of hours of rest;
- what phases were present.
In the program you can set a smart alarm clock, which will ring at the right moment, when the body is ready to shake the mountains.
If you install the Workout App, the functionality of the gadget will expand significantly. In addition to the presence of statistics, it has the ability to set goals, and the device will remind you of those that the user has not yet started. Plus, the Workout App has developed training programs for 7 days, a month or more - for those who play sports without an instructor.
You can not only be proud of the results achieved, but also share them with friends.
Features of the iPhone in the gadget
Why an athlete needs an apple watch, we figured it out. What are they for an office worker or a salesperson in a supermarket? The point is that it contains useful features iPhone: maybe not all, but a lot.
Receiving and making calls
Apple Watch makes calls and receives those that come to the iPhone. The gadget has a built-in microphone and speaker, the interlocutor will be heard, the only thing is the loudspeaker. You can only communicate without anyone hearing you using a Bluetooth headset, which you will have to purchase. It turns out that the device is not intended for people who like to kill half an hour or an hour of free time by talking, but it is definitely suitable for saying a couple of phrases without taking out the phone.
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Display notifications and SMS
If you receive an SMS message or a notification in the application on your iPhone, it will also appear on the Apple Watch screen. You can answer using a pre-prepared template or voice input. Text recognition is at a high level, the Siri assistant understands perfectly. Example command: “Siri, tell Andrey that I’ll be there in half an hour.” The message will be typed automatically; to send, just lower your hand.
Multimedia
Apple watch can play music from a specified source. Need to play songs from your iPhone? No problem. Do you want to download music to the watch itself and listen to it while you run? And the gadget is capable of this: 2 GB of free memory.
You also need an apple watch to view photos. Yes, the screen is too small for these purposes, but the picture is rich and clear, and the side digital crown wheel scales the image so that details are visible. The watch has enough memory to store important photos.
A function for controlling the iPhone camera has also been developed. Imagine, a large group has gathered, you want to take a group photo, but no one has a selfie stick. The apple watch will help out here: you need to fix the phone at a distance so that everyone is in the frame, and take a photo with the button on the Apple Watch.
Entertaining and unusual features
For a good mood, entertaining and unusual functions have been developed, more on them later.
- Over Voice. On an apple watch, this function vocalizes everything that happens on the pressed part of the screen; it will be useful for people with poor eyesight. You can disable it in the settings.
- The ability to draw and share sketches with friends, which will be displayed in the form of animation.
- Walkie-Talkie. This function is provided for sending sound recording happening around.
- The clock can remember different types touches, distinguish between weaker and stronger ones. You can touch the gadget 2 times and send it to a loved one - he will feel the same.
- "Through Time" Allows you to travel to the past and future. When you switch the time to later or earlier, the weather, calendar events, schedules, and more change.
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There are three apps to improve your health and activity. The smart watch will track and record a database of necessary information about the owner’s well-being.
First steps to work with Apple Watch
When you turn on your watch for the first time, you will need to enter a password (usually 0000) to log into the device. After this step, you will need to not only change the login code, but also create a pair with iPhone.
Pairing:
- You should put the watch on your hand, adjust the bracelet (to make it comfortable, and the watch should fit to your wrist).
- To turn on the watch, you need to press the button on the side and hold it until the company label appears.
- Next, you need to bring the iPhone to the watch. You should wait until the menu appears to pair with iWatch on your phone. You must confirm your actions with the “Continue” button.
- A request will appear on the screen that will require you to place the watch exactly under the phone’s video camera. Thus mobile device will find the iWatch and create a pair.
- You'll then need to complete the setup in the Set Up Apple Watch menu. This is easy to do, you just need to follow the prompts on the device displays.
New Apple Watch Security Code
- You should go to “Settings” on your watch.
- Next, select the “Code” menu.
- Then select the “Change code” section.
- Here, following the prompts, you can change the password for logging into the watch system, thereby securing the device.
Accessibility: How to use your Apple Watch
Photo: Digital Crown - the interface looks attractive;
- the text is easy to read;
- strong lighting will not hurt;
- Font enlargement is provided for people with vision problems.
- connect to the charger;
- In the main settings, select “Night mode“.
It will display the time and date, and a melodic alarm will comfortably wake you up in the morning.
During training moments, cycling through the park, Apple Watch delicately:
- will record the distance traveled;
- will measure the pulse;
- will track the period of activity.
The operating instructions for the iWatch functional watch contain a description of how the Workout application works:
- select the type of training according to the proposed options;
- set an achievement goal and adjust the value;
- press the “Start” button;
- start working backwards.
Apple Pay activation
– this is payment by watch or smartphone, which occurs contactlessly. It is enough to attach one of the devices to the terminal. You can pay for your purchase as long as the Apple Watch is on the user’s hand and linked to the iPhone.
To launch the payment service, double-click the side button on the right side (not the wheel!). You can learn how to set up Apple Pay in this article.
Who is Siri?
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One of the latest Apple products - the Watch smart watch - is often treated with disdain: they say, “your favorite company has released some nonsense for geeks.” But in fact, the Apple Watch can do a lot of useful and practical things, just not everyone knows about them.
What Apple Watch can do and what it is needed for: overview of capabilities
If you get a call, you can pick up the phone even when your iPhone, for example, is in your bag or in another room - after all, you have an Apple Watch! They replace a Bluetooth headset. Of course, it makes sense to use this “feature” of a smartwatch only for short calls - after all, it’s not always appropriate to talk on speakerphone. However, it is very convenient.
If you need to make a call yourself (dial the subscriber’s number), use the application Telephone on the clock.
You can't use FaceTime video calls on Apple Watch.
Use Apple Watch as a flashlight (3 types)
Starting with watchOS 4, Apple watches introduced a flashlight feature. It's not super bright, but it will definitely give you more light when you need it most. The flashlight also offers a “safe” light for night walks. Available for selection are flashlight, flash or red color (). To choose one, open Control Center on your Watch, select the flashlight, and swipe left and right until you find the best option.
You can swim in them, the watch even works underwater
Owners of Apple Watch Series 2 and newer can easily swim with their watch - it has it (depth up to 50 meters). Moreover, this is true for any water - in the bath, in the pool and even in the ocean.
Starting with Watch Series 2, Apple smartwatches have a built-in GPS sensor. This means that now you don’t have to take your iPhone for a run – the wrist gadget will “record” everything itself. Great news for Plus owners who are too big for a running workout.
To start your workout, open the app Training on Apple Watch and select an activity type.
Apple Watch not only records distance and speed, but after finishing the workout, it copies the route to the iPhone. Other types of exercise are also supported: walking and cycling. The Watch 1 has time and distance, but no way to pinpoint your location while you're running.
The Apple Watch uses a suite of sensors to track your movement and progress toward your fitness goals. Progress is determined by three categories - movement, exercise and time spent on your feet. Watch also has a simple but absolutely brilliant feature - the watch will remind you that it’s time to get up from your computer and go stretch. All fitness information is sent to the Health app on your iPhone.
You can set up your sports goals in the app Activity– open the program and press firmly on the Apple Watch screen.
Theater mode allows you to disable the screen from turning on at certain times
If you come, for example, to a movie, and want to turn off the watch’s response to hand movements (so that the display does not light up when you raise your hand) and notification sounds, use the “silent mode” that appeared in watchOS starting with version 3.2.
To do this, swipe down on the Apple Watch screen and tap the icon with two theater masks.
Done - now you don’t disturb others and can concentrate on watching a movie or performance. Don't forget to turn off the "masquerade" after the show ends ().
You can change watch faces (screen savers)
Why look at the same screen all the time? Customize the background image on it the way you like! Apple offers a dozen different screensavers - from "formal" to fitness and functional ones. different cases life. Here are just a few examples: Mickey Mouse, analog or designer digital watches, sports screensaver, Toy Story, etc. Plus, you can always choose .
To install watch faces, open the app Watch on iPhone and go to the tab Dials. Select the watch face you like and press the button Add. You can add multiple options.
To change the watch face, swipe (gesture) left or right on the screen with the watch face.
Change and add necessary extensions to watch faces
Some Apple Watch faces display extensions or data from apps, such as calendar information, battery usage, heart rate, date, and more. In addition, you can add extensions from some third party programs. WITH detailed instructions You can familiarize yourself with working with extensions.
Get quick access to information using the Dock
Apple Watch offers convenient and quick access to a wide variety of information. For this purpose, a dock with recently launched applications and output data, which is pre-configured by the user, is used.
Access to the dock is provided side button on the Watch body (this works much like switching between applications on an iPhone).
This is where the applications and information you want to see are collected. Try it - it's very convenient!
To unload an application from the Dock (Multitasking Panel), swipe from right to left on the application card and then click on the button that appears with a cross.
To do this, Apple smart watches use sensors on the back panel - they fit to your hand and read information. Data is automatically saved to the proprietary Apple application Health.
This is a very convenient function for people with diseases of the cardiovascular system and athletes - it is important for both of them to know their heart rate (heart rate, or pulse).
Heart rate measurement is carried out periodically throughout the day, as well as automatically during training. You can measure your heart rate at any time using the app. Pulse on the clock.
Apple recently announced the launch of another “feature” - Healthy Heart(will start working in Russia during 2019). Program code uses Apple Watch sensors to not only record your heart rate, but also issue warnings if something is wrong with your heart and requires specialist intervention.
Walkie Talkie
One of the most interesting innovations in watchOS 5 is the program Walkie Talkie, with which you can talk with another Apple Watch owner, simulating communication via a walkie-talkie ().
Did someone write to you? Apple Watch owners don't have to take their iPhone out of their pocket - the watch does an excellent job of viewing. If you wish, you can even respond quickly - with a phrase from a template or briefly using emoji, dictation via Siri, voice message or draw letter by letter on the screen. It's incredibly convenient!
Receive notifications from iPhone
Apple smartwatches can receive iPhone notifications about new events (from Facebook, Gmail, etc.)... right on your wrist! The issuance of such notifications can be controlled - after all, without fine tuning The Apple Watch on your hand will quickly begin to vibrate almost non-stop.
Setting up the admission of notifications from applications for Watch is done on the iPhone in the application Watch(chapter Notifications).
The Apple Watch has a unique feature - the sensors built into the watch can not only read heart rate data, but also the ability to send this information from the Watch in the form of vibration. As a result, he or she will feel your reaction to any action or event “for themselves” in the truest sense of the word. This is simply an incredible tool for lovers (and not only for them).
To send a heartbeat animation:
1. Open the app on your watch Message.
2. Press firmly on the screen, select New message and tap on the field Text message.
3. On the screen that appears, click on the heart icon.
4. A black screen will open. Press and hold two fingers on the display - after a second, heartbeat recording will begin. Release your fingers to end recording.
5. Select a recipient (button Add a contact) and press the button Send.
To make a payment, you don’t have to take your iPhone out of your pocket—the Apple Watch will do the job just fine. You can add a bank card to Pay for smart watches via Watch app for iPhone in the tab My watch → Wallet and Apple Pay.
When you want to pay for your purchase, just click on physical buttonWatch twice and touch them to a payment terminal that shows one of these symbols:
Quite a lot of programs have already been written for Apple watches. Right now, you can use them as a TV remote (if your tech is compatible), track your physical activity, check out new Instagram photos, follow sporting events, and much more.
Install the desired program on Apple Watch via the app Watch for iPhone using tab App Store.
Location orientation
Apple Watch supports proprietary app Cards. As a result, when you are looking for an address, the watch can help you find it with hints. Watch vibrates every time you turn - so you don't even have to look at it.
Apple engineers came up with one vibration for turning left, and a completely different one for turning right. To launch such hints, you need to ask Siri about it.
P.S. Don’t forget that the Apple Watch battery is not very durable, so for a multi-hour trip or hike it’s better to take it with you charger with external battery.
Animated drawings
Apple Watch offers an interesting solution for artists and simply creative individuals - animated drawings in the application Messages (iMessage)! Making a drawing is very easy - create a new message, click on the field Text message and select the heart icon.
Just draw what you want (and what will fit) on the Watch screen. Send the result - remember, animated! – can be done both on another person’s Apple Watch and on an iPhone.
Siri
To run voice assistant Apple on your watch, just say "Hey Siri" Or hold down the Digital Crown to view your calendar, get navigational tips, dictate a reply to a text message, and more.
Note: Before sending a message, Siri will always show it on the screen. And if you ask for navigational tips, Siri will display a map on the Watch screen.
Important: All of this requires an iPhone connection.
Starting with Apple Watch Series 3, Siri has been trained to respond to queries with your voice, so you don't even have to look at the Watch display to see the answer.
View photos
If you want, you can sync photos or albums from iPhone to Apple Watch. The maximum possible number of photos is 500 pcs. You can share them with friends, or even make a slideshow - Watch will show you a new photo every time you glance at the watch face.
To add photos from iPhone to Apple Watch, open the app Watch on iPhone and go to app settings Photo. Next click on menu Sync. album and select an album that will appear on your watch.
Connection to car
Apple Watch supports new and expensive electric cars – Tesla and BMW i-series. During one of his Apple presentations even showed an application for BMW with the ability to find out the charge level and check if the doors are closed. Huyndai offers its own program for Watch - with it, car owners can open and close doors remotely. The Volvo On Call app allows you to turn on the car and unlock the doors. There are many unofficial programs available for Tesla to control many useful features.
Possible options include: template answer text message, emoji or audio recording using the Watch microphone. You also have access to all incoming messages and conversations.
Music player
You can sync songs from Apple Watch Apple Music/iTunes libraries and listen to them via wireless headphones, speakers, Apple TV, Bluetooth enabled car, etc.
Note: During synchronization, the watch must be connected to the charger.
Now this familiar iPhone function also available on Apple Watch. To send such information to your interlocutor, go to the existing chat application Messages on your watch and press firmly on the screen to bring up the menu, then select the appropriate option from the list.
Checking mail
If you have to work with a large number emails, Apple Watch is a very convenient thing for you! The gadget can display tactile notifications about a new message on your wrist, mark certain messages, delete and open messages on the iPhone if you need to give a more detailed answer.
Remote control for Apple TV and music
Remotes are always lost or broken – and the stylish aluminum “remote” for Apple TV is no exception. The watch is always on your hand, and if necessary, it can also be used as a control panel - for example, to pause a movie. The capabilities of the Watch as a remote control are not limited to this - you can navigate through various menus, scroll through lists, select movies to watch, listen to radio stations from iTunes.
Watch also does an excellent job of managing music on the iPhone, so you don’t have to take your smartphone out of your pocket again.
For Apple management TV with Apple screen Watch use standard application Remote controller ().
