Published: 2023-09-28, Author: D. , review by: cultofmac.com
Abstract: Apple Watch Series 9 is the biggest year-over-year leap in recent years. It has not one, not two, but a whopping four new features, most powered by its updated chip. Apps load faster, voice dictation is near instant and the display gets both brighter in t...
Published: 2023-09-20, Author: Lisa , review by: cnet.com
Faster Siri performance,More precise at finding a misplaced iPhone,Wide variety of health and fitness features,Double Tap lets you use the watch without touching it
New Double Tap gesture can feel awkward,Lacks the Ultra's useful Action button,No improvements to battery life,Precision Finding for iPhone requires iPhone 15,Largely the same as the Series 8
Richard Peterson/CNET The Series 9 feels like a minor upgrade over the Series 8. New features like Precision Finding and faster Siri performance make the Series 9 a better smartphone companion. But it's not worth it unless you're a first-time buyer or ha...
Published: 2023-09-20, Author: DC , review by: dcrainmaker.com
With the regular editions of the Apple Watch series being the most popular watch in the world (by a massive margin), it's no surprise that Apple doesn't do major revamps each year. That carries risk, lots of it. Instead, Apple focuses on small but notable...
Abstract: Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 come out on Friday, and the first round of reviews are in.To recap, Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 are almost entirely about the new S9 chip. This enables on-device Siri processing for some commands, and health queries w...
Published: 2023-09-13, Author: DC , review by: dcrainmaker.com
Abstract: In addition to the new Apple Watch Ultra 2, Apple has also refreshed its regular Apple Watch lineup with the new Series 9. These units share a ton of new features, both from a hardware standpoint, but also a software standpoint. For example, both units go...
Certain models made from recycled aluminium,Faster Siri,Accurate tracking,Very bright screen
Design remains the same,Health data needs to be shown better
The Apple Watch Series 9 is a fantastic smartwatch for iPhone users. It's full of sensors, excellent software and high-end hardware. A redesign, or a least a freshening up of this near decade-old design wouldn't go amiss in the future though. PROS Certai...
Screen brighter than ever, Easy to use, Double Tap has great potential,
Double Tap accuracy not quite there yet, Fairly expensive
Seamless integration with your iPhone makes the Apple Watch Series 9 an understandably sought-after accessory for Apple fans, and with incremental but smooth-performing upgrades from the Series 8, the Apple Watch keeps its status as one of the best smartw...
Supreme 24/7 comfort, Choice of size, color, and bands, Extensive health, fitness, and safety features, Fast, smooth, and usable performance, Total, easy integration with the iPhone
Double Tap not available yet, Less than two days battery life with moderate use, Almost no reason to upgrade from previous version
Abstract: After several fairly iterative updates, the Apple Watch Series 9 finally brings a genuinely exciting, use-everyday new feature to the flagship Apple Watch in the form of Double Tap. The gesture is sure to make waves when it's made available later this yea...
