Apple Watch Series 10: Features, Design, and Price
Introduction
The Apple Watch Series 10 has finally been unveiled, marking a significant design evolution over its predecessors. While the changes might not be groundbreaking for those with a Series 7 or later, the new model offers several compelling enhancements.
Key Features
The Apple Watch Series 10 boasts a larger OLED display, which is 40% brighter than the Series 9. Additionally, it is 10% thinner and lighter due to its aluminum construction. The battery consumption has been optimized, and the angular vision has improved significantly.
Other notable features include:
- 30% smaller speaker with the same quality
- 30 minutes of charging provides 80% battery
- Available in 3 colors with new strap options
- New S10 chip with a 4-core Neural Engine
- Advanced depth and temperature sensors for aquatic sports
The S10 chip enhances Apple Intelligence, reduces noise during calls, improves fall detection, and speeds up translations. Overall, the new Apple Watch is lighter, with superior components and a larger design.
Health Tracking
The standout health feature is sleep apnea detection. Though available in Series 9 and Ultra 2, it remains a crucial addition. With sleep apnea affecting 80% of the population, the Apple Watch Series 10 provides graphic detection through the Health app, making it a valuable tool for many users.
Pricing
The Apple Watch Series 10 is priced similarly to the Series 9, which has been discontinued. The pricing is as follows:
- Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS): $399
- Apple Watch Series 10 Cellular: $499