A new version of Apple’s smartwatch will come with Global Positioning System tracking for more accurate workouts and enough water resistance to swim with it, although the company didn’t mention anything about its expected battery life. In addition to recording your runs, there are apps that download useful maps, say for hikes.
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“It’s a bit of regretful that there has no fast charging function introduced in the new phone, and the improvement of the battery life may not be palpable, but the upgrade of the cameras and waterproof feature are satisfying to me”, said Wang Qiao, an independent IT critic. Those included three that were part of the line-up before – gold, rose gold and silver – but also black and “Jet Black”, a new, glossy colour. Apple has finally launched the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. But, considering the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus will now start at a 32GB model, you don’t need to buy a new iPhone to get that extra space.
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The iPhone 7 and the Plus version have launched in the United States as of now and will go on sale from September 16. Telstra, Optus, Vodafone and Virgin Mobile are expected to release the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 post-paid plans next week.
O2 took to Twitter to announced their intent on retailing the new Apple iPhone, with the Tweet: #AppleEvent the fantastic iPhone 7 is coming to O2. However, the wireless earbuds, called AirPods, will be sold for $159, The Ringer reported.
Rumours that Apple was going with wireless headphones have been circulating for some months and causing outrage in many consumers. The devices themselves lack a traditional headphone jack, which by now you already know. The build for this year’s iPhone is more seamless according to Apple, and includes singular integration of glass and aluminum.
“Up until now, no one has taken on the challenge of fixing the things that are hard to do in those wireless experiences”, Schiller said.
New AirPods, Apple’s innovative new wireless headphones also work with the phone.
Apple said this is to make the Watch display easier to see in direct sunlight.
The Apple Watch will get a popular new app later this year too. They will be made available for sale on Sept 16.
The first generation Apple Watch was water resistance but the Apple Watch Series 2 is swim proof, with Water resistant for up to 50 meters.
The Series 2 has two features that stood out for me.
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Versions of the Apple Watch Series 2 are displayed during an Apple media event in San Francisco, California September 8, 2016.
