Apple Watch X to Bring Forth a Major Redesign: Gurman

Aug. 14, 2023



We are just a few weeks away from the highly anticipated Apple eventthat will see the launch of the iPhone 15 and the Apple Watch Series 9 lineup. Although we are excited about Apple Watch 9, leaks suggest that it will only bring minor changes as compared to the Apple Watch 8 lineup. While we still await the next-gen Apple Watch launch, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has revealed an interesting detail that confirms why Apple might be holding back on major upgrades with Apple Series 9. It’s because of the upcoming Apple Watch X, which we discuss in detail below, so keep reading.

Apple Watch X Will Celebrate the Device’s 10th Anniversary

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Citing insiders at Apple, Gurman further stated that the company is exploring the possibility of adding aMagnetic Band AttachmentSystem to Apple Watch X, and it is believed to be more practical in nature. The existing band mechanism for the Apple Watch occupies a significant amount of space, which could be better utilized for a larger battery or other internal components in a revamped design, as per the insiders. However, it is still unclear whether this new attachment system will be present in the Apple Watch X or not.

Apple Watch X can also potentially be the company’s first smartwatch to feature amicroLED displayandblood pressure tracking.

Featured image: Apple Watch Series 8

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