Apple Watch Series 8 Review : Is It Worth To Upgrade ?
If you've been thinking about getting a new Apple Watch, now is the time. Apple just introduced three new Apple Watch models, providing more possibilities than ever before.
Pretty large and hefty The Apple Watch Ultra is the most expensive in the lineup, geared for individuals who frequently engage in extreme sports or outdoor activities, with more sensors like higher GPS accuracy. So if you are looking for a more budget friendly smartwatch, then this is may not be for you.
Then the Apple Watch SE and the Apple Watch Series 8 comes up. In this article, we are gonna talk about Apple Watch Series 8 as it is larger than the SE, but with a few less features, a lighter weight, and a smaller size than the Ultra.
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Apple Watch Series 8: At A Glance..
| Pros | Cons |
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| ✔️ The same fantastic design and display as before | ❌ A siren from the Apple Watch Ultra would have been nice |
| ✔️ Detection of crashes | ❌ The same vibe as Series 7 from the previous year |
| ✔️New exercise UI in watchOS 9 | ❌ Lack of improvement in battery life |
| ✔️Sleep tracking and a skin temperature monitor for a cycling | |
| ✔️Battery life is extended with low power mode. |
Technical Specifications:
- Case size: 41mm, 45mm
- Processor: Apple S8 64-bit dual-core
- Display: 41mm: 352 x 430 pixels, 45mm: 396 x 484 pixels LTPO OLED always-on screen, 1,000-nit maximum brightness
- Connectivity: GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, LTE cellular
- Storage: 32GB
- Battery: 18 hours in normal use, up to 36 hours in Low Power mode
- Weight: 41mm, starts at 1.1 ounces; 45mm: starts at 1.4 ounces
- Price: 41 millimeter, $399; 45 millimeter, $429
The Apple Watch Series 8 hasn't received too many updates, but that's okay. Because it may appear dull in comparison to the brand-new Apple Watch Ultra, but, essential updates to health tracking, safety, and networking make the finest smartwatch even better.
The main differences between the Apple Watch Series 8 and the Apple Watch Series 7 are just on the inside. With its long-rumored skin temperature sensor and much anticipated low power mode, the new Apple Watch can increase its battery life to 36 hours.
The Apple Watch 8 also boasts a brand-new accident detection capability that uses better motion sensors to provide immediate assistance when you might need it most.
But is the new flagship Apple Watch perfect for you? In this Apple Watch Series 8 review, we'll go over everything you need to know.
The Design
With the new wrist watch boasting the curvier body and narrower display bezels that debuted last year, it's difficult to discern the Apple Watch 8 from the Apple Watch 7.
The Always-On Display, the new watchOS 9 faces, and a QWERTY keyboard for messaging are quite new features which is useful, as well as the screen is 20% bigger than the Apple Watch Series 6's.
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Prepare for extra useable screen area if you're upgrading from an Apple Watch Series 5 or Series 4. However, if you currently have Series 7, I do not recommend upgrading.
The iconic digital crown and side button on the side of the Apple Watch Series 8 are used in conjunction with the touchscreen to manage the device. The Apple Watch Series 8's design is still quite user-friendly, however it would be cool if it had an action button on the side like the Apple Watch Ultra.
Midnight, Silver, Starlight, and Product Red are the colors available for the Apple Watch Series 8. Blue and green watches are no longer available. Furthermore, getting the finest Apple Watch bands for your taste allows for customisation.
New Skin-Temperature Sensor
Considering the skin temperature sensor that Apple adds in this version, let's see more details. Apple's health suite uses the skin temperature sensor to inform two areas: sleep tracking and cycle tracking. Deviations in baseline nightly temperature may assist you in keeping track of what external variables influence your usual relaxation.
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It takes the watch five days to gather enough information to produce a baseline measurement. The measurements are taken at night while you sleep. (Apple claims that the baseline temperature will continue to calibrate over time.) Since then, the readings have only appeared in Apple's Health App for the iPhone, under Skin Temperature.
If you have a condition that affects your cycle, nightly wrist temperature data may give some validity. As this function takes at least a month to calibrate, maintaining a "regular" ovulation cycle necessitates particular lifestyle practices.
As for the privacy of this kind of data, Apple claims that it is protected by encryption on the user's account and in iCloud, and that if two-factor authentication is enabled, no one else can access it.
Crash Detection
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The Watch 8's enhanced motion sensors are being used for accident detection, something the iPhone (and other devices) can already accomplish in some cases. It's possibly a life-saving tool, similar to Apple's fall detection feature on its watches, if it can detect an accident and make an emergency call while someone is incapacitated. However, we do not yet know how dependable this function will be.
Inside the Apple Watch Series 8, there are two new motion sensors, as well as an enhanced gyroscope and accelerometer. These combined can collect motion 4x quicker than previously, allowing the watch to identify a crash as it occurs. Additionally, the Apple Watch will immediately contact emergency services and alert your emergency contacts in the tragic event of an accident. Though it's a grim concept, faster assistance might be the difference between life and death.
Battery Life With Low Power Mode
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Low power mode is a feature I've wanted for the Apple Watch Series 8 for a very long time. Yes, early models of the Apple Watch do offer Power Reserve, which allows you to see the time even when the watch is almost completely dead. However, the Apple Watch's new low power mode, which borrows from the iPhone, will block certain battery-draining capabilities while remaining the gadget fully useable.
Battery life is becoming increasingly important as the Apple Watch transitions to a wear-to-bed gadget.
WatchOS 9 now has a fully functional sleep tracking functionality, and temperature monitoring requires a full night's sleep to measure. That presents a challenge given that the Apple Watch still only has a battery life of around one and a half days.
It charges up to 80% or totally in around 45 minutes. But when are you going to charge the watch? Before going to bed? While bathing in the morning? in your office?
watchOS 9
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Although low power mode is available on all watchOS 9 enabled devices, there are some watchOS 9 features that stood out while using the Apple Watch Series 8.
In watchOS 9, Apple revamped the fitness tracking experience on the Apple Watch. Now, you can design unique routines, switch between multisport events automatically, and keep track of your heart rate zones while working out.
Additionally, it now has an updated UI that allows you to see your Apple Watch rings while still in the exercise app; in the past, it would frequently force you to exit the app to check your progress.
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 8 is much superior over the Series 7 thanks to the skin temperature sensor, crash detection function, and low power mode, but the design and watchOS 9 — both of which are neither "exclusive" assets — are what really elevate the user experience.
If you now possess an Apple Watch Series 4 or Series 5, or simply want a fully featured Watch experience, I believe the Series 8 is the best upgrade option. It will also be an excellent choice for individuals who have medical issues that the Apple Watch Series 8 can track.
Despite being familiar because it is the same as Series 7, the design is fantastic. The curved glass in front of the display remains visually appealing and tactilely engaging.
The most streamlined Apple Watch to date is the Series 8. It may not be as capable as the Watch Ultra, but it is significantly smaller and lighter. The Apple Watch Series 8 features everything that most iPhone users might want in a wristwatch. Despite increased competition, the Apple Watch continues to set a standard for wearables.
