As Apple will soon celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Apple Watch, excitement for the upcoming Apple Watch X (or Series 10) is increasing.
Rumors are circulating about the announcement of the Apple Watch X at the September 9 “Glowtime” event.
As this will be a milestone for Apple, enthusiasts and fans are eager to learn what new features and design enhancements the new Apple Watch will have.
A Thinner Design And Larger Display
Ming-Chi Kuo, a respected Apple Analyst, predicts a significant increase in the screen size of the Apple Watch X. The current Apple watches are available in 40mm and 45mm sizes, but the Watch X could be released in larger sizes ranging from 45 to 49mm.
Meanwhile, Mark Gurman from Bloomberg proposes that the Apple Watch X will have a sleeker design and a larger display. This could make the watch’s profile thinner to maintain a comfortable fit on the wrist.
Currently, the Apple Watch with the biggest display is the Apple Watch Ultra, which has a display size of 1.9 inches. According to Gurman, the display of Watch X could be closer to 2 inches.
New Health Features
Besides fashion and design, Apple watches have also gained popularity as health devices. In previous versions, Apple introduced useful features like blood oxygen monitoring, temperature sensing, and new features for cyclists and runners.
With that, the Apple Watch X could see the addition of some more health-tracking features that will make it more useful as a fitness device. Mark Gurman says Apple may add hypertension and sleep apnea detection to the Watch X.
Also, we may see glucose monitoring, but the chances are low. Apple has been developing this feature for over a decade and is said to have hit some significant milestones.
Magnetic Band Attachment
After almost a decade, the old band system of the Apple Watch is ready to receive an update. If you have ever owned an Apple Watch, the sliding watch bands must have troubled you for some time. Well, this could be over with the Watch X.
Apple could introduce a mechanism that makes the bands attach to the watch magnetically. This would free up space in the watch internally and allow for other components, like bigger batteries.
New MicroLED Display
MicroLED technology has been a long-awaited feature in Apple watches, and according to Mark Gurman, the Watch X may receive it. This feature is in rumors, and this update may have it.
However, Apple Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo thinks we’ll have to wait longer for this update. MicroLED screens are more energy efficient, brighter, and responsive than OLED screens.
Uncertainties and Considerations
While the Apple Watch X will have several exciting features, some uncertainties and considerations remain.
- Apple may not adopt the “X” branding, and the watch may be named "Series 10."
- Due to patent disputes, the blood oxygen sensor, an essential component for the upcoming sleep apnea detection feature, won't be available in the US.
Overall, the Apple Watch X will be an exciting upgrade. With several new design potential and health features, this watch will redefine technology and personal healthcare.
Whether you prioritize style, functionality, or personal healthcare, the Watch X promises to deliver a seamless blend of all three. Get ready to experience the future of smartwatches.