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Agenda
Available in Three Collectionso Apple Watcho Apple Watch Sport o Apple Watch Edition Basics of Apple Watches Features When can I get it? Cost Comparison Apps Functions Conclusion
Apple Watch Available in a polished or space-gray stainless-steel watch case
Different types of straps available-
1. Sport Band
2. Classic Band
3. Leather Loop
4. Milanese Loop
5. Modern Buckle
6. Link Bracelet
Available in a range of colours
Apple Watch Sport Sports edition is available in Space Grey or
Silver Anodized Aluminum finish
There is only one strap type available i.e. Sport Band
Apple Watch Edition The watch features an 18-karat Rose or Yellow
Gold casing.
Available in a range of exclusive straps
Basics of Apple Watches Runs on a version of iOS that is simpler than its
smartphone counterpart It pairs with iPhones via Bluetooth Low Energy & built-
in Wi-Fi
Charge up with a specially created MagSafe charger that attaches easily to the watch
Features Powered by Apple's new S1 chip
38mm-wide, 340 x 272-pixel rectangular touch screen (which increases to 48mm, 390 x 312p on larger models)
Display is coated with sapphire to protect the device from scratches and is sweat-resistant
Touch-screen interface lets you tap & swipe your way through the system
A Digital Crown knob on the right edge acts like a home button
Next to the Digital Crown is a dedicated button that pulls up Friends communication tool which enables one to select list of people via your Apple Watch
When can I get it?
You can Pre-order the watch from 10 April 2015
It will be available in Apple stores for sale from 24 April 2015
For hands on experience before purchasing you can visit your nearest Apple store and check actual units of the wearable on the 10th as well
Cost Comparison
It is already more expensive than other competing smart watches in the market, as seen below
Apple Watch The Pebble Steel Motorola Moto 360
$349 $199 $250
Apps The Activity App o Collects data on all your movement in the day- standing, moving or running & prompts you to
get up when you've been sitting still too long
o You can also set goals & the app shows your progress on rings that fill up as you approach your targets
o The Apple Watch even gives you badges in reward for achieving your goals
Starwood Hotel's preferred Guests Appo This program not only lets you see your reservation information
o It lets you turn your Apple Watch into a room key so you can open your door with a tap of your watch
o It's not clear if this will work with all of the group's hotels like Sheraton, Westin, W and Aloft brands, but it won't be surprising if plenty more hotels follow suit soon
Third-party Apps Instagram, Uber, MLB.com At Bat, Nike+ Running, OpenTable, Shazam, Twitter & WeChat
Functions Remote Control Functions
Apple Watch acts as a remote control for your devices. For example, you can use the smart watch to not only remotely unlock your door, but through a connected camera, see who enters your home as well
Passbook Integration
Passbook on the Apple Watch can quickly pull up your plane tickets, boarding passes & loyalty cards without having to reach for your phone. When you enter a place where your discount or loyalty cards can be used, the app will also an alert
Digital Touch Communication
Draw a smiley face or heart shape on the watch face and send it to a friend, or simply send your heartbeat. The heart rate sensor will pick up your pulse, and transmit that to your pal.
A walkie-talkie feature lets you share sound bites, while Tap sends silent, gentle vibrations to your contacts in the patterns you tap on the display.
You can also use Digital Touch to make watch-to-watch calls to friends that have the wearable
Siri
The voice-controlled assistant just got more personal.. Siri on the Apple Watch acts just like she does on the iPhone, but you'll likely have to be tethered to a phone to get Web-powered search results.
Conclusion Apple Watch seems to be interesting with all impressive &
high tech features
Some functions are really convenient and distinctive
However, due to comparatively higher cost lets see how it will perform in the market