Apple Watch Series 6: A Review of Minor Updates and Great Smartwatch Capabilities
The Apple Watch Series 6 review reveals minor updates in display, charging, and sensing. WatchOS makes it a great smartwatch.
00:00:00 The Apple Watch Series 6 review reveals minor updates in display, charging, and sensing. The software, WatchOS, makes it a great smartwatch. Most users upgrade outdated versions.
🕒 The Apple Watch Series 6 has some minor improvements, including a brighter always-on display, faster charging, and a new blood oxygen sensor. However, its real strength lies in the software, WatchOS.
🔀 When comparing the new Apple Watch to the previous model, it's important to consider that most buyers are not upgrading from last year's version. The majority of users have older models that are several years old.
📅 Techtober is a busy time in the tech world, and expect more videos from MKBHD in October covering various topics.
00:01:26 A review of the Apple Watch Series 6, highlighting the new blood oxygen sensor feature. While it may not be a reason to buy the watch, the measurements have been accurate. However, some users have experienced inaccuracies.
📱 The Apple Watch Series 6 has a new blood oxygen sensor, but it's not a compelling reason to buy the watch.
💯 Measurements from the blood oxygen sensor have been accurate when not moving, but may be less reliable when active.
💡 Dedicated blood oxygen sensors are typically worn on the fingertip for more accurate results.
00:02:52 An overview of the limitations of Apple Watch Series 6's blood oxygen sensor and the alternative of using a dedicated pulse oximeter for more accurate readings.
🔬 The Apple Watch Series 6 measures blood oxygen saturation by shining a light through the wrist, although it is not as accurate as a fingertip measurement with a pulse oximeter.
⌚ The Apple Watch Series 6 offers sleep tracking as a new feature in watchOS 7, allowing users to monitor their sleep patterns.
📲 The Apple Watch Series 6 provides additional health readings that can be gamified and tracked in the Health app, such as blood oxygen levels.
00:04:18 The Apple Watch Series 6 is reviewed, with a focus on its sleep tracking feature and the unique alarm system. The sleep tracking feature provides basic information, but existing third-party apps offer more detailed insights. The alarm system, which uses gentle taps instead of sound, is highly praised. The charging question is also addressed.
💤 The Apple Watch Series 6 offers sleep tracking functionality, although it provides limited information compared to third-party apps.
⏰ The alarm feature on the Apple Watch for sleep is highly underrated, as it gently taps the wearer awake without any sound.
🔌 There is ambiguity surrounding the charging schedule of the Apple Watch when worn all day and during sleep.
00:05:43 The Apple Watch Series 6 has a faster charging time and a new S6 chip, improving battery life and performance. The always-on display and hand washing detection are standout features.
⚡️ The new Apple Watch Series 6 has faster charging and a long-lasting battery life, particularly when using the always-on display.
💪 The highlight of the Apple Watch Series 6 is the new S6 chip, which enhances performance and enables faster snappier animations in watchOS 7.
🤲 The watch's hand washing detection feature in watchOS 7 is amusing, recognizing hand washing activities based on microphone and motion data.
00:07:10 A review of the Apple Watch Series 6 highlighting the new colors and the convenient solo loop bands. Minor drawbacks include imperfect fit and higher price.
👍 The Apple Watch Series 6 has a feature that reminds you to complete a task if you don't finish it within 20 seconds.
🌈 The most noticeable change in the new Apple Watch Series 6 is the introduction of new colors and the availability of solo loop bands.
💯 The new solo loop bands have a simple design and are easy to put on, but they may not fit the watch perfectly.
00:08:31 The Apple Watch Series 6 offers bells and whistles with extra sensors, but most people don't need them. The more affordable Apple Watch SE is a great option for first-time users. Apple didn't make any drastic changes, making it a convenient holiday upgrade.
✨ The Apple Watch Series 6 may not be necessary for most people, especially those with Series 3 or older.
📱 The Apple Watch SE is a more affordable option for those getting their first Apple Watch but lacks some features.
🎁 The Series 6 is released conveniently for the holiday season, but doesn't introduce any major changes or fixes.
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