Ahead of our in-depth review, this article will detail seven reasons we are excited for the release of the new Apple Watch Series 7, and why it could possibly be worth an upgrade if you currently have an older model wrapped around your wrist.<\/p>\n
First impressions of the device have been promising. Apple\u2019s presentation is top-notch as always, and the Watch Series 7 packaging immediately screams premium. That extends to the device itself \u2013 which is responsive, comfortable and well-built. It remains a stunning piece of tech (as it has been for years) but it\u2019s not immediately clear if the incremental spec updates make it a must-have buy for anyone wearing Watch 6, and it\u2019s most likely to appeal to those wearing the older models.<\/p>\n
The new smartwatch is far from the only Apple product out this year \u2013 and we have had extensive hands-on time with the latest iPhone 13 series, too. You will need an Apple phone to pair with the Series 7, so if you are considering upgrading to the new model be sure to check out our iPhone 13 review<\/a> and iPhone 13 Pro review<\/a>.<\/p>\n Before it was unveiled, speculation was rampant that the Apple Watch 7 would have flat-edges to bring the aesthetics closer to modern iPhones. That was not accurate but that doesn\u2019t mean there were no changes to the frame. The Watch 7 has softer and more rounded corners than its predecessors \u2013 and we do like the subtle change that has been made. It\u2019s a tad more refined and should look great on the wrist.<\/p>\n We are big fans of the Watch Series 7 cutting down the size of its bezels \u2013 the dark borders around the display. It\u2019s yet another subtle update that enforces the idea that Apple was not seeking to refine rather than reinvent the top model in its smartwatch family. The bezels are now 1.7 mm (40% smaller than Watch 6) but the dimensions of the watch itself have barely changed \u2013 giving the apps more space to breathe.<\/p>\n Apple seems well aware that smartwatch apps require streamlining \u2013 not information overload \u2013 so the slight bit of extra screen real estate is a welcome sight.<\/p>\n Staying on the display, we are happy to see that brightness has been improved, with the Apple Watch 7 reportedly up to 70% brighter indoors than the Watch 6. Even if we won\u2019t always use the device at top levels, it\u2019s nice to have \u2013 especially if using the device in brighter conditions where you may have to strain to see the screen.<\/p>\n At least on paper \u2013 our full review will be published shortly \u2013 the Watch 7 is appealing due to its increased durability. The IP6X certification for dust resistance will give us peace of mind when wearing the watch at the beach, and it means anyone who is working outdoors will have better protection from the elements. It retains the WR50 water resistance rating \u2013 so it\u2019s still safe to wear while showering \u2013 but it now has a stronger screen \u2013 boasting a crack-resistant front crystal. All good specs.<\/p>\n We don\u2019t know about you, but waiting on a device to charge can be a pain. So it was welcome news that the Watch 7 will come with a new fast-charging USB-C cable in the box \u2013 providing power around 33% faster compared to the Watch 6, according to Apple. We will definitely test those claims but if the specs are accurate, it may be a big selling point for anyone considering an update from the earlier models.<\/p> While we will reserve final judgement for our review, having a Qwerty keyboard on an Apple Watch for the first time is an exciting prospect. This will make day-to-day use much easier \u2013 especially if you want to reply to messages via the watch itself. The keyboard is complemented by the larger screen, and there\u2019s even AI that will predict your next words. If it works as promised, it should be a great addition.<\/p>\n While watchOS 8 software is compatible with previous Apple Watch models, the new device\u2019s screen appears to benefit most from the fresh watch faces \u2013 including one called Contour that fills the background image right to the edges of the screen. We don\u2019t imagine this will be a game-changer for those on the fence about picking up a new Watch 7, but it\u2019s exciting to think about how future apps will take advantage of the slightly larger display \u2013 such as by using bigger buttons and notifications.<\/p>\n The Apple Watch Series 7 starts at \u00a3369 in the UK. We are currently testing out the smartwatch, so our comprehensive review will be published in the coming days.<\/p>\n The release of the new device means that we can expect to see deals on previous models \u2013 including the Watch SE<\/a> and Watch 3 \u2013 during Black Friday 2021<\/a> and Cyber Monday 2021<\/a>, so keep an eye on our coverage for the latest Apple discounts.<\/p>\n For the latest news, reviews and deals, check out the RadioTimes.com Technology<\/a> section. Don\u2019t miss our guide to the best smartwatch<\/a> of the year so far.<\/strong><\/p><\/body><\/html>\n By Jason Murdock Published: Friday, 15 October 2021 at 12:00 am The Apple Watch Series 7 is available from today in the UK, and while it may not look like a radical departure from its predecessors at a quick glance \u2013 there is still a lot to be excited about when it comes to the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":5809,"template":"","categories":[8],"acf":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/56\/2021\/10\/seven-reasons-to-be-excited-about-the-new-apple-watch-7.jpg",620,413,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/56\/2021\/10\/seven-reasons-to-be-excited-about-the-new-apple-watch-7-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/56\/2021\/10\/seven-reasons-to-be-excited-about-the-new-apple-watch-7-300x200.jpg",300,200,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/56\/2021\/10\/seven-reasons-to-be-excited-about-the-new-apple-watch-7.jpg",620,413,false],"large":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/56\/2021\/10\/seven-reasons-to-be-excited-about-the-new-apple-watch-7.jpg",620,413,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/56\/2021\/10\/seven-reasons-to-be-excited-about-the-new-apple-watch-7.jpg",620,413,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/56\/2021\/10\/seven-reasons-to-be-excited-about-the-new-apple-watch-7.jpg",620,413,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"importmanagerhub@sprylab.com","author_link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/author\/importmanagerhubsprylab-com\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"By Jason Murdock Published: Friday, 15 October 2021 at 12:00 am The Apple Watch Series 7 is available from today in the UK, and while it may not look like a radical departure from its predecessors at a quick glance \u2013 there is still a lot to be excited about when it comes to the…","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/rss_feed\/5808"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/rss_feed"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/rss_feed"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/24"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5809"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5808"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5808"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}![\""Apple\"](\""https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/3\/2021\/10\/PXL_20211015_080812034-9c4e916.jpg?quality=90&resize=620%2C413"\" "\\"\"Apple\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/h2>\nWatch 7: What we\u2019re looking forward to<\/strong><\/h2>\n
1. The frame gets a (subtle) refresh<\/strong><\/h3>\n
2. Apps have more room to breathe<\/strong><\/h3>\n
3. Brightness has been improved<\/strong><\/h3>\n
4. It\u2019s more durable than earlier models<\/strong><\/h3>\n
5. Faster charging is always a plus\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
6. The Qwerty keyboard<\/strong><\/h3>\n
7. watchOS 8 enhancements<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Latest deals<\/h5>
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