Apple this year released the third generation of smart watches Apple Watch Series 3, which includes a version of the LTE can call.According to market research firm Canalys released Q3 2017 global smart watch market report, Apple Watch shipments in the quarter The number reached 3900000. The report pointed out that the LTE cellular network version of the Apple Watch Series 3 more popular, this model shipments accounted for 3.9 million shipments of 800000. So does this mean that the GPS version is no bright spot No? According to foreign media The Verge evaluation, Apple Watch 3 GPS version still has its charm.
According to Dan Seifert, editor of The Verge, Apple Watch is more attractive after three generations of changes, and the first generation of Apple Watch has a clunky interface, slow performance and no end of life, Seifert said. Disappointing product.
However, Apple has been developing new features and making significant improvements since Apple Watch was announced in 2015. Now that Apple has redesigned the interface, the features are more focused on fitting the needs of hobbyists.
Last year's Series 2 joined the standalone GPS chip, which is good news for hobby-run users, even without the iPhone to go out, you can also accurately understand the running route.In addition, the second generation also supports swimming tracking, you can record your travel A lap time, while this year's Series 3 also introduced GPS + LTE version, which means that users can put the iPhone completely at home.
Apple's improvements to smart watches in recent years are not limited to fitness functions
Seifert said he actually does not value Apple Watch's fitness function or LTE network because he usually does not run, except when catching a bus or catching a subway. With a cell phone go out?
Apple made a number of improvements to the Apple Watch, including battery life, software ease of use, faster performance, etc. Seifert said he's the real Apple Watch 3 as a smartwatch for the last two weeks of experience Instead of using a fitness tracker, LTE connectivity or GPS tracking does not have much impact on daily usage for him, and Seifert places a premium on message notification, interaction with third-party applications, and control of home Of intelligent hardware.In addition to his most used features is to view the weather, and use Siri.Of course, do not forget the core role of Apple Watch is the watch, watch anytime convenient.
Seifert said that if you want a smart watch to pair with your iPhone, this $ 329 Apple Watch 3 (without LTE) is the best choice.It runs very fast, integrates the best third-party applications Support, while its life is reliable enough, you do not need to charge every day.
Of course, this does not mean Apple Watch 3 is flawless, nor does it mean that everyone should have this smart watch, but if you already have a smart watch to buy a plan, or you have experienced Apple Watch and is disappointed with its battery life, performance and features, the Apple Watch Series 3 is definitely your best bet.
As far as appearance is concerned, the design of Apple Watch has been marked and has not changed much since 2015. Its rounded rectangular dial is its greatest feature, and once you see this shape on the subway, you will know that it is Apple's Apple This compact and comfortable style, 42mm deep space gray aluminum model with the flavor of Apple 's iconic product, you only experienced the wisdom of other brands of smart watches will feel Apple Watch wearing feeling is too close to perfect.
Apple Watch's design focuses on functionality, and its bright and colorful square-shaped display makes it easy to read the screen indoors and outdoors. In addition to the touch screen, Apple Watch 3 offers two buttons for easy navigation. Rotating crown can be used for list slide, zoom images or maps, or adjust the volume.
Of course, none of these are new features of Apple Watch 3, and the real 'new' is in its ultra-fast responsiveness.With the new S3 processor and the improved watchOS, everything on Apple Watch 3 has changed Soon, it's almost seconds to turn on third-party apps or activate Siri.
Battery life and performance have significantly improved over previous versions
Apple Watch 3 battery life to enhance significantly.Although Apple just said that Series 3 can work up to 18 hours, but Seifert said he daily use of Apple Watch 3 can reach 2 days battery life, and sometimes even longer.Obviously, this Thanks to the new processor and greater battery capacity, Series 3 will take longer if you do not have GPS and LTE.
Unfortunately, despite the extended battery life, no interest-free display is available, which means you still have to turn on the screen to view the notification.
watchOS 4 is a lot better, it's by far the best version, Apple brings some more useful features, such as pressing the side buttons to view recently accessed applications, swipe up to open the shortcut switch, including data connection, sound Or other functions, etc. Scroll down to view notification messages, left and right slide to quickly switch surfaces, and more.
wathcOS 4 makes Apple Watch a better product
The watchOS 4 has improved Siri's experience, which starts faster and responds quickly, and adds an Siri surface that shows day-to-day schedules, weather, news, etc. This is an indication of how useful it is.
A big benefit of the improvements to watchOS 4 is that all Apple Watch can benefit, which means you do not have to buy most of the new features with the latest Series 3. Of course, if you've purchased Series 3, Is more powerful, the combination of the two can give you a more fun 'wrist computer' experience.
Apple Watch is undoubtedly the best smartwatch for the iPhone
The Apple Watch Series 3 is the perfect fit for you, as The Verge editors do, and more often than not, with watch notifications, which will not get you headaches over the previous two generations, compared to Android Wear or Samsung Gear smart watch, Apple Watch more suitable for the iPhone, because it closely integrated with iOS, and supports many third-party applications and services.
Finally, The Verge gave the Apple Watch Series 3 an 8 out of 8. The advantages of the Series 3 include: 1. Excellent body quality; 2. Clear and colorful display; 3. Ultra-fast performance; 4. Reliable battery life. Disadvantages include: 1. Does not support interest-screen display; 2. Smart watches are not necessities, personalization somewhat inadequate.
