Apple Upgrade: Leasing program scheduled to start next week
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Tag: Apple Watch
With Apple Watch, Apple has defined the smartwatch category since the device's market launch on April 24, 2015. Today the lineup consists of three clearly positioned lines: Apple Watch SE as the affordable entry point, Apple Watch Series as the main everyday line and Apple Watch Ultra as the rugged model for outdoor and sports profiles. The focus lies on health and fitness features such as ECG, blood oxygen measurement, sleep tracking, hypertension notifications, sleep apnea detection, fall detection, Emergency SOS, and tight integration with Apple Fitness+ and the Health app. The watchOS operating system, the always-on display, the Digital Crown and a growing ecosystem of bands and third-party apps make Apple Watch a personal companion for iPhone users.
Apfelpatient.de keeps you informed in this tag archive about every development around Apple Watch: reviews and hands-on reports on every current generation, tips and tricks for watchOS, new training and health features, background on sensors and chip generations, patent disputes and regulatory topics, service and repair options, and all rumors and overviews of upcoming models and form factors.
Anyone wanting to find the right Apple Watch for their needs, get the most out of watchOS or follow Apple's smartwatch strategy long-term has their go-to point right here.
Apple Watch exempt from the EU battery replacement requirement
The EU Commission is exempting the Apple Watch from the mandatory replaceable battery requirement starting in 2027. However, Apple isn't getting away with this without any conditions...
Edge AI: Apple Watch almost single-handedly dominates the smartwatch market
A market report shows the Apple Watch leading the pack among almost all edge AI smartwatches. What's successful in Germany and where the DMA is holding things back.
Apple Watch Series 12: New health sensor possibly only in the wristband
New leak about the Apple Watch Series 12: A health sensor could be hidden in the wristband – attached to the cheapest band, of all things.
Apple Watch: A major redesign is expected in 2027
A well-known leaker expects a major Apple Watch redesign in 2027, including a new band system – with consequences for existing watch bands.
Apfelpatient Weekly #12
Apple raises prices across its entire lineup, a forecast sees record market share – and the glasses chief moves to OpenAI.
Apple is heading towards record market shares in 2026
Despite rising prices: Apple is forecasting record market shares for iPhone, Mac, and iPad. Here's an overview of the figures.
Apple hints at further price increases
Apple's choice of words is raising eyebrows: iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods could be the next to become more expensive. Here's what's behind the statement.
Apple's OLED displays in 2026: Only Samsung and LG will be left
Samsung and LG are slated to supply Apple's entire OLED lineup for 2026 – from the iPhone 18 Pro to the Apple Watch. BOE remains...
Prime Day 2026: The best Apple deals at the start
Prime Day 2026 runs until June 26th. Which discounts on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPhone and Mac are really worth it?.