We’re practically a week away from September 7 and the Far Out event where we’ll see the new iPhone 14 and the new Apple Watch Series 8. And we’re expecting some surprises. Surprises that can take the form of AirPods Pro 2 or an Apple Watch Pro. Let’s talk about everything we know of this enigmatic new watch model.
What design will the Apple Watch Pro have?
Last year, we all assumed the Apple Watch Series 7 would have a major design change. A squarer design, with straight edges and a flat screen. This design disappeared completely in last year’s presentation, but it’s now making a comeback quite strongly when it comes to the Apple Watch Pro.
To begin with, we are facing an Apple Watch that would reach 47 millimeters in case size and a screen of almost 2 inches. Two more than the 45 of the grand mode of Apple Watch Series 7. In addition, according to Mac Otakara, the design of the screen would be flat, which this would contribute to the overall durability of the whole watch.
Will it be compatible with current bracelets?
Initially, it was claimed that the Apple Watch Pro it would not be compatible with the straps of previous models. Later, Mark Gurman clarified in his newsletter that they would be compatible, although according to his sources the final appearance would be a bit peculiar. With a wider case width, straps are expected to fit this new shape with a wider top.
As far as we know, we can use straps from previous models on this Apple Watch Pro, although for an optimal finish and aestheticsthe best, according to rumours, will be that we buy one with the width adapted to the new generation.
What features do we expect from the Apple Watch Pro?
It looks like this will be the year of the Apple Watch Pro will stand out from the rest of the range which will be formed by the Apple Watch Series 8 and the Apple Watch SE. If between the latter there are already differences in the specifications, between the Pro and the rest of the range we must also see changes.
In addition to the design that we have already talked about, we hope that this Apple Watch enjoy longer battery life and low power mode that in addition to allowing us to use the watch while it is active, it would significantly lengthen the number of hours between visits to the charger.
Other rumors suggest that this Apple Watch Pro would have the satellite connectivity capability. A connectivity that would only be used for emergency communication and that would make this model a reference among people who practice extreme sports and who might hopefully not need quick contact, wherever they find themselves. Kuo joins in this regard, supporting Mark Gurman by stating that this satellite communication is already in production.
In terms of materials, we expect a titanium case and sapphire crystal typical of the Edition models of the Apple Watch Series 7 that we already know. Premium materials that make it the toughest watch we can enjoy.
Finally we have to talk about apple watch temperature sensor. A sensor that could be the first to reach exclusively high-end watches and that would allow us to improve health-related measures. A temperature sensor that we have already seen in patent form.
Will it really be called the Apple Watch Pro?
Naming issues are always difficult to predict. This is largely explained by the fact that it is during the internal talks in Cupertino that these questions are decided, but the Apple Watch Pro name sounds loud. We can’t forget, however, the possibility of an “Apple Watch Extreme” that Gurman has discussed with us in the past.
On the other hand, it is also worth wondering what will happen to the rest of the range if the Apple Watch Pro stops carrying numbers in its name. We could well be facing an Apple Watch Pro, an Apple Watch and an Apple Watch SE which indicate in parentheses the year of its release
When will it be available?
Traditionally, Apple Watches have been featured next to the new iPhone at an event in September or October. Apple hasn’t officially confirmed that we’ll see the new Apple Watch at the September 7 event, but that seems to make the most sense.
An Apple Watch Pro that would open the reservations on September 9 and that it would reach stores and the homes of the first customers a week later, on Friday the 16th.
What price will it have?
The the price of a product is also a big unknown. In the case of the Apple Watch Pro, we can draw a few conclusions. While we know the Apple Watch Pro will also have a “Pro” price, we can approximate some numbers.
Apple is currently selling the Apple Watch Series 7 Edition, the titanium model, starting at $799. This would place the Apple Watch Pro in a similar bracket, be able to reach 999 dollars which, with the change, could be presented as 1100 dollars in Europe. It’s still too early to draw too many conclusions, though, as Apple could also choose to drop the titanium from the Apple Watch Series 8 and reserve it for the more moderately priced Pro model.
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