iPhone Wrist Watch
To understand what a smart watch from Iphone is like and draw at least some initial conclusions about them, it is not enough to study the technical specifications and read all the reviews. You need to hold them in your hands and use at least the basic functions in order to understand what their strengths and weaknesses, nuances, interesting features and unexpected shortcomings are.
Apple has not had the most pleasant experience. When they first announced their watches under the name "iWatch", competitors, without thinking twice, began to release their "smart watches" even before the release of Apple. As a result, consumers were not so happy with the Apple novelty, which eventually became known as the "Apple Watch".
The first disappointment among fans of the product came from the fact that the company released just a smart watch that does not have a built-in teleporter or a number of other super-features that are constantly expected from Apple.
The second wave of disappointments occurred in connection with the appearance of the watch, many users did not find it attractive enough.
Models
Apple calls its watch the most personalized watch they've ever made. Therefore, they released 2 versions at once: 38 mm and 42 mm. In addition to two sizes, the company has prepared three lines for its watches:
- Watch Sport. Their price starts at $349. For this money, you can get an aluminum case, a sports strap and tempered Ion-X glass.
- "Watch" version with a steel case starts from $549. It is possible to independently choose one of the straps: sports, classic, leather, magnetic, steel, which are available in different colors. And the glass in this version is the very coveted sapphire.
- "Watch Edition" with a gold case, the price of which starts at $10,000.
Design
Looking at the reviews, the conclusion suggests itself that Apple products have some kind of strange magic: when you look at them in pictures, it's one thing, when you pick them up, it's a completely different product.
The design isn't perfect, but you can't please everyone. Someone, at least, prefers a round dial to a square one.
But the company has done an excellent job both in terms of industrial design and technical solutions. Everything is very organically arranged in a small, but at the same time very nice case.
Characteristics
The most important thing is the screen. Firstly, it is made using the "Amoled" technology, which is the first to be found in Apple devices, due to which it has excellent brightness even at minimum settings, and everything is very clearly visible in sunlight. Most of the main interface of the clock is made on a black background.
Processor S1, 512 MB RAM, 8 GB ROM, part of which goes to using the system, and the other part can be occupied with music, photos and, of course, applications.
A special "Taptic Engine" is responsible for all kinds of vibration. There is also a heart rate monitor, light sensor, gyroscope and accelerometer.
On the body are a microphone and a speaker, and on the other hand "Didgital Crown" and a special key that is responsible for quick access to the list of friends.
Also "Apple Watch" is equipped with Wi-Fi module, Bluetooth-connection and NFC technology for Apple Pay.
Straps
The straps themselves are interchangeable. The Sport model comes with two at once: ML and MS for different types and volumes of hands. Also, if desired, you can change the standard straps to third-party straps with different prints and materials.
Basically, the models of straps are made in unisex style. But despite this, on the market you can find both male and female interpretations. Straps are presented in a wide range of colors, but white is considered the most popular and stylish.
Synchronization with phone
First of all, "Apple Watch" is an addition to the phone, which means that they can make calls. Through the clock, you can find out who is calling, as well as answer or reject an incoming call, for this you need a built-in speaker and microphone.
The smartwatch also supports Siri, with which you can find out who is calling and answer if your hands are busy.
The "Apple Watch" has its own AppStore, which has a list of applications supported by smartwatches.
The watch has its own backup in case you unpair your phone and all content is erased and the settings are reset to factory settings.
Settings
Through the Companion application on the Iphone, it is possible to set some settings on the watch itself.
On them you can configure the most important functions, such as screen settings, which includes the brightness level, font weight and size, as well as notifications, sound, and more.
Sports features
A special role is assigned to sports functions, and not only in the "Sport" model, but also in all others. To do this, there is a special application "Activity", which takes into account your activity throughout the day, all reports in which are implemented through beautiful and intuitively accessible infographics.
An important element in the "sports" life is heart rate control, and in the "Apple Watch" this function, of course, is also present. Moreover, the watch can measure the pulse at specified intervals, which is very convenient.
Notifications
The most important thing that is in the watch, for which they are bought, is notifications, for this they can be forgiven for both the high price and the fact that the application only works with Iphone. After all, initially "Apple Watch" is a gadget that sends notifications. Therefore, if you receive one e-mail per day, then you are unlikely to need this device. It is rather for those who always want to be in touch and not miss all the most interesting and important.
Moisture protection
There was a lot of speculation on the topic of moisture protection. The watch is protected according to a standard that allows it to be in water for 30 minutes at a depth of no more than 1 meter. That is, you can take a shower, wash your hands, not be afraid of rain and even swim in the watch, but you do not need to dive and dive.
Thus, for everyday use, the watch is more than protected from moisture, and if water gets on it, then this is not a problem.
Apple is the epitome of quality and quality products, so it's no surprise that the "Apple Watch" has so many benefits:
- they cannot be stolen. That is, of course, you can steal something, but there is no point in this. Firstly, it may initially seem that the watch straps are weak and the clasps are unreliable, they can be easily opened or, even easier, simply torn off your hand, but this is not so.Secondly, if using third-party applications to strengthen the user's watch protection, then even after removing the gadget, you must enter a password.
- the appearance of the watch is not boring. The standard screen saver and the dial itself can be easily replaced with something more elegant, and the color of the strap can be changed depending on your mood.
- The battery charge is guaranteed to last all day. In emergency cases, the watch can always be switched to battery saver mode.