Apple watch

Apple Watch is a line of smartwatches produced by Apple Inc. It incorporates fitness tracking,
health-oriented capabilities, and wireless telecommunication, and integrates with iOS and other
Apple products and services.

History
Apple Watch was presented by CEO Tim Cook in conjunction with iPhone 6, originally marketed
as a fashion accessory, focusing on the varying band and body styles. It was officially released in
April 2015 with the focus shifting to the fitness-oriented features. Apple Watch also had the
ability to make wireless payments, in addition to talk and text functionality, landing on Time’s
Best 25 Inventions of 2014. Mashable also called it the breakout star of wearables, adding “it’s
gorgeous, smart, fun, extensible… an object of true desire.” it quickly became the best-selling
wearable device: 4.2 million were sold in the second quarter of fiscal 2015 and more than 100
million people were estimated to use an Apple Watch as of December 2020. Apple has
introduced new generations of the Apple Watch with improved internal components each
September each labeled by Apple a 'Series', with certain exceptions.

How it works
The Apple Watch operates primarily in conjunction with the user's iPhone for functions such as
configuring the watch and syncing data with iPhone apps, but can separately connect to a Wi-Fi
network for some data-reliant purposes, including basic communications and audio streaming.
LTE-equipped models can independently connect to a mobile network, including for calling,
texting, and installed mobile app data use, substantially reducing the need for an iPhone after
initial setup. The oldest model of iPhone that is compatible with any given Apple Watch
depends on the version of system software installed on each device. As of September 2020,
new Apple Watches come with watchOS 7 preinstalled and require an iPhone running iOS 14,
which is available for the iPhone 6S and later.

Feature
1. Communication
Digital Touch: This feature is Apple's way of advancing communication. Users can draw quick
images to friends, using minimal effort. Related is the Watch's Taptic Engine, which alerts you
of notifications with a simple "tap," probably similar to a vibration. You can also use the feature
to send "taps" to a friend to get his or her attention.
Animated Emoji: The little graphic images can be customized. You can send a smiley face, but
you can also make it wink, or stick its tongue out with the animated new feature.
Receive calls and texts: The Watch is compatible with the iPhone 5 and beyond (bad news for
folks still on model 4). It can accept texts and calls.
Analyzes texts: The Watch looks at your incoming texts and analyzes the content. Based on
that, it can suggest quick replies that you can send straight from your wrist.
Walkie talkie: Not just for kids anymore. Using the watch's mic, you can send quick voice
messages to other users.

2. Fitness
The health-minded can get an Apple Watch with a "sport band," made with custom
fluoroelastomer. The health-minded can get an Apple Watch with a "sport band," made with
custom fluoroelastomer. As anticipated, the Watch is a total fitness tool. The numerous
features will connect with Apple's Health app, making it the hub of all your personal body
information.
Measures heart rate: Using a custom heart rate sensor located on the back of the watch, you
can measure your heart rate at any time. Using the Watch's Taptic Engine, you can also send a
friend your heartbeat.
Accelerometer: The Watch counts your steps, calculates the calories you've burned and
generally measures total body activity.

3. App Usage
One of the most exciting things about the Watch is its overall app functionality. That's what
makes it such a powerful little tool.
Watch Kit: The smart accessory comes with a developer tool called WatchKit, which allows
developers to create third party apps. When the Watch is finally on sale, there will be a slate of
new apps specifically created for the wristlet.

4. Miscellaneous
There are dozens of other features on the Apple Watch. Here are the most important ones.
iTunes and Apple TV access: It wouldn't be a true Apple product if it didn't have access to
entertainment. You can access your iTunes library and listen to iTunes Radio, and access Apple
TV with a simple swipe.There's also a music control feature, which allows you to pause, play or
skip songs, in addition to raising and lowering the volume — this feature is ideal for those
working out, who want quick access to basic music controls.
Siri: She's with you on your wrist. Using the watch's mic, you can access Siri and use it to dictate
a text, or ask questions.
Maps: By asking Siri for directions, you can use the new Maps feature on the Watch. She will
direct you where to turn as you walk, like an invisible guide.
Apple Pay: One of the most-talked about new Apple products is Pay, the virtual wallet that
digitizes your banking information. In addition to the iPhone 6, it's also available on the new
Watch. Apple Pay can be used at various businesses, such as Whole Foods, Duane Reade,
Macy's and more.
Sensitive automatic display: When you raise your wrist, the watch display will automatically
turn on (because it's been waiting for you), and if you get an incoming call you want to ignore,
simply cover the display with your hand.

The advantage of Apple Watch

1. Fitness Tracker
The biggest advantage of these watches must be the fitness and workout tracking capabilities.
The Apple Watch connects directly to the iPhone and ios can give you all the data related to
your workouts. It can track your heart rate, calories burned and steps taken. It even has ECG
(Electrocardiogram) function that tracks your heart’s rhythm and electrical activities. It even
tracks your distance covered, elevation changes; time elapsed and your pace by its built-in GPS.
The workout app can opened and 12 different exercises are shown (running, cycling, and
swimming). It even has an automatic workout tracker that tracks your physical status and
detects when you are beginning to workout. It then gives you a notification asking if you are
ready to workout. Just choose your workout and you are good to go!
2. Fall Detector
Apple watch has a fall detector that senses whether or not you have fallen at any time of day. It
works by highly accurate and sensitive accelerometers and gyroscopes to detect a hard hit and
immediately asks whether you are okay or not. If not responded within 60 seconds the apple
watch can send an emergency call on its own. If you are fine then you can just cancel the call by
responding that you are okay.
3. Sleek Design
Apple inc. is known for being an innovative company in both the design of its product and
technology. So it comes as no surprise that Apple watches have a very sleek design that can fit
in any occasion you attend. The straps are changeable with wide varieties of colors and designs.
One can go for a sporty look or the more sophisticated business look. The designs of the screen
and its resolution are unmatched in the industry and the graphics definitely prove that Apple is
at the top of their game.
4. Calls
Apple Watch can receive and send calls on its own. The watch can be connected directly to the
iPhone and the calls received on your iPhone can be redirected directly to your watch and you
can answer the call on your watch itself! It does look like it has directly from a sci-fi movie scene
but this is a design of the future seen today.
5. Water Resistance
Wearing a smartwatch on your wrist and protecting it from water splashes and spills may have
a hard thing to do had Apple not made it waterproof. The Apple watch series 1 is splash and
water resistance while from there on the newer versions are water resistance. You can take
your watch to your pool and swim without the fear of damaging your watch. It can resist water
in all shallow-water activities. But on the same hand, other activities like scuba diving, water
skiing, etc. is not recommended. You can even take your watch to shower but it must be
exposed to soaps, shampoo, lotions which damage its waterproof seal.
6. Music and Other App
Music can be played through your watch while working out or while doing any activity. It can
even connect to Bluetooth headphones and play music.

The disadvantages of Apple Watch

1. Hefty Price
Apple products always come with a hefty price. The base price of the new series 5 is $399. It is
available in other versions like stainless steel case is $699 and the titanium case costs $799. The
brand name and its symbol of luxury are worthy enough for many people to pay the high prices
of these devices. Apple does lower the prices of older products after a new one launches. So,
you may have to wait to buy them under your budget.
2. Low Battery Life
It should come with a new surprise that given the size of the watch, the battery life is quite
slow. It gives 18 hours of battery performance on “all-day” use. Apple bases “all-day” life in 60-
minute workout, 45 minutes of app use, 90 notifications and 90 times checks. So the battery life
may fluctuate according to your use of the watch.
3. Compatible only to iPhone
Apple watches is compatible only with iPhones even though they are Bluetooth enabled. Other
smartphones cannot access them. The iPhone must also set up with other services like iCloud
and Apple pay for fully functioning Apple watch. Furthermore, it can only connect to iPhone 5
or newer models. So, if you have an android or iPhones older than iPhone 5 you may have to
get a new iPhone before using your watch.
4. Highly Distractive
The accessibility of the watch comes with a price that may be disturbing at the same time. It is
always with you and the constant notifications and vibrations can be quite annoying at times.
5. Small Screen
Unlike the 1990s, the average smartphone screen has been increasing in size day by day with
each model. There were times when smaller the device, the cooler it seemed. But now 44 and
40 mm options of the watch may seem too small for the ones who have been accustomed to
large screen sizes.