Apple Watch
Apple officially unveiled the much-anticipated Apple Watch on March 9. According to Apple's head of design, the company has been working on the design and construction of the device for the past three years. Tim Cook, CEO of Apple stated that Apple's goal is to "change the way you live your life."
Apple Watch is designed to be functional and modern, available in two sizes of 38mm and 42mm, with six different case materials and six separate interchangeable band options, in a variety of colors. With three distinct collections, from the simple “Sport” to the high-end luxury “Edition”, the Apple Watch has been created to appeal and cover every taste.
Whether ion-strengthened or with a flexible sapphire display (depending on the model), all Apple Watches include an HD Retina display, sapphire-covered sensors embedded in the zirconia backing, and an NFC chip so the devices can work with the payment service of Apple via mobile.
The Apple Watch interface is very similar to its exterior, it has been created with the user's wishes in mind. According to Apple, an Apple Watch can have millions of different looks. Applications are organized in a unique cluster design for quick and easy access.
As with all of its products, Apple has carefully considered how users will interact with and use the Apple Watch, which is why it developed a unique operating system (WatchOS) and separate input methods for the device. While allowing touch input, the Apple Watch also includes a "Digital Crown" located on the right side of the case, which allows users to zoom, scroll and select items without covering the screen with their hand. The "Digital Crown" also serves as a home button. A second button below the "Digital Crown" allows users to bring up a list of contacts and then communicate with their friends by sending drawings, messages, animated emoji, and heart rate, which comes directly from the built-in sensors .
The Apple Watch takes advantage of the new pressure sensing technology, "Force Touch", and is able to determine the difference between "touch" and "pressure", thus enabling a number of context-specific controls. A unique notification system allows notifications to be transmitted by gentle vibrations on the user's hand.
There are many different sensors built into the Apple Watch, which allow it to take measurements such as how many steps you've taken, how many calories you've burned and your heart rate. The information is relayed to two separate fitness apps, giving users an overall view of their daily activity.
The Apple Watch is designed to "companion" with the iPhone, and as such, requires an iPhone connection to function. The watch is not a standalone device because it relies on the iPhone for many features, such as notifications and messages. In fact, the original Apple Watch apps are powered entirely by the iPhone to conserve battery. The Apple Watch lasts 18 hours per charge with mixed use and up to 72 hours in Power Reserve Mode, which limits functionality.
The Apple Watch will be available in the US from the end of April 2015.
Source: www.macrumors.com