Apple Watch Series 9 Review – The Final Piece of Puzzle
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Appearance - 8.5/10
8.5/10
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Efficiency - 6.8/10
6.8/10
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Features - 8.7/10
8.7/10
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Materials - 8.1/10
8.1/10
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Performance - 8.7/10
8.7/10
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User Experience - 8.8/10
8.8/10
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Value - 8/10
8/10
Summary
If you have an Apple ecosystem around you, then you will quickly realize how the Apple Watch completes the final puzzle piece. If you don’t, it would just feel like another smartwatch with very beautiful display for you.
Overall
8.2/10Pros
+ Plenty of aftermarket accessories to customize to your flavor
+ Gorgeous LTPO OLED display
+ Full day battery guaranteed
+ Almost instantaneous charging
+ Gestures control
+ Improved “Find My” feature to locate your iPhone
Cons
– Overwhelmingly health conscious
– Gestures are still very limited
– Proprietary charger means I need to carry another cable just for it
We started our journey with the Apple Watch Series 8 last year and it was already a rather exquisite piece of hardware that crossed our doors. This year, we got the Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm) and there were some rather exciting parts announced at the keynote that we wanted to test. So here it goes.
Unboxing the Apple Watch Series 9
Among the various Apple devices I have had the opportunity to unbox, I find the Apple Watch to be particularly engaging. The main packaging reveals two distinct boxes upon opening. The first box houses the watch itself along with its accessories, while the other contains the strap, already offering a choice for customization. Inside the boxes, you will find:
- The Apple Watch Series 9 itself
- Wireless Charger with Type-C connector
- Textile Strap
- User Guide
We got ourselves the 45mm Aluminium variant in Midnight color, has both GPS + cellular, a textile Sport Loop strap in Midnight color and an additional Rubber Nike Sport Band in Pure Platinum.
Specifications
| CPU | Apple S9 S9 SiP with 64-bit dual-core CPU Apple W3 Wireless chip 4-core Apple Neural Engine |
| GPU | PowerVR |
| Memory | 1GB RAM |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Display | 1.9″ 484 x 396 (326ppi) Always-On Retina LTPO OLED display with Ion-X glass 2000 nits peak brightness with down to 1 nit in Sleep Focus |
| Audio | Loudspeaker Microphone |
| Camera | No |
| Sensors | High-g accelerometer (up to 256G with Crash Detection), High dynamic range gyroscope, Blood oxygen sensor (Blood Oxygen app), Electrical heart sensor (ECG app), Third-generation optical heart sensor, Temperature sensor, Always-on altimeter, GPS/GNSS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou, Compass, Ambient light sensor |
| Connectivity | LTE and UMTS Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz, 5GHz W3 wireless chip Bluetooth 5.3 International emergency calling International Roaming NFC |
| Software | watchOS 10.2 |
| Battery | 308mAh Li-ion Apple proprietary wireless charging (USB-C) |
| Dimensions | 45 x 38 x 10.7 mm |
| Weight | 32.1g/39.0g |
| Ingress protection | IP6X |
The Good
Apple consistently upholds its design principles across various iterations, and the Apple Watch Series 9 exemplifies this tradition. Distinguishing it from its predecessors is challenging, as its appearance closely mirrors that of earlier models. This similarity might diminish the novelty typically associated with newer versions. However, I personally appreciate this design continuity. Being a watch enthusiast, I find selecting designs often laborious. The Apple Watch alleviates this by allowing users to focus on its impressive internals. This design consistency contributes to the Apple Watch being one of the most customizable smartwatches available. The market is replete with an array of straps and cases, offering abundant choices for personalization. Additionally, the compatibility of accessories from older models with newer ones ensures that while the watch may initially appear standard, it can be transformed into a distinct, personalized accessory. How abundant you may ask? I personally wanted a Titanium band with snap lock but in matte black; and I found it on my first search.
Discussing the display and interface of the Apple Watch reveals an aspect where Apple excels with little need for introduction. The device boasts a crisp, visually stunning LTPO OLED display. While exceptional displays are not exclusive to Apple – I’ve experienced numerous smartwatches that rival the visual quality of the Apple Watch – it’s the interface experience that truly sets it apart. The tactile interaction with the Apple Watch is remarkably smooth, offering a seamless glide that responds intuitively to every touch. This level of touch responsiveness is a unique hallmark of Apple. No other tech company has quite matched Apple’s prowess in delivering such a fluid and responsive touch experience across their devices.
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