The Apple Watch reached its peak with the Series 6 as far as innovations are concerned. Ever since then, the upgrades come in just to make it edge further ahead. The Series 7 simply introduced a larger and more immersive display. While Apple reserved the athlete focused package for the Apple Watch Ultra, the Series 8 continues to be everyone's luxury smartwatch and with just the bare minimum upgrades required to keep it relevant. The key part? It remains the best smartwatch money can buy.
The theme on the Series 8 has been different than the Series 7 – introduce features for specific scenarios that keeps the Apple Watch in news, as well as makes it more desirable among the masses; both youngsters and the elderly. Hence, crash detection and fall detection take centerstage, while the temperature sensor comes into play for tracking female menstrual health. Do these features make the Series 8 compelling enough?
The Apple Watch Series 7 got a major design update last year, which made it unmistakably unique. I am glad Apple leaves the design unchanged for the Series 8, since it continues to look stunning even after a year! The display melting over the edges and all its curvy surfaces make it an eye candy on wrists! Plus the attention to detail is exceptional. No Action button heree yet, although I hope Apple makes it standard on the Series 9.
For all those new to the modern Apple Watch, the Series 8 is comfortable to wear. The aluminium version comes as standard with silicon straps but you can go for the Sport Loop, or Braided straps, if you fancy aesthetics. My 45mm version looks more like a wrist computer, and many may prefer the petite dimensions of the 42mm version.
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