The release of the smart watch Apple Watch is the second generation will take place in 2016. Although the first version of the device remains in deficit, Apple will stick to a yearly update cycle, as in the case of iPhones and iPads.
As it became known to the chief 9to5Mac editor Mark Gurman, the next generation of Apple Watch will get a number of improvements aimed at increasing the autonomy of the device – smart watch will be less tied to the iPhone. At the moment, without connecting to the smartphone Apple Watch is able to perform only a limited set of functions – to monitor fitness activity, to conduct mobile payments, play music. The second generation gadget will become more independent – will be able to send messages, emails, use maps, etc.
To make the Apple Watch more independent of the iPhone will allow new Wi-Fi module. Basic communication, like data transmission, operating system updates and synchronization of media files will still be performed using the paired mobile device, but most basic functions will be fully Autonomous, indicates a Foodie.
The new chipset will allow Apple to launch the service Find my Watch to search for missing or stolen hours. The new model still won’t have the GPS module, but the device can determine your location using Wi-Fi triangulation.
Through research, Apple found that most users are satisfied with the battery life, namely the fact that the device should be put on charge every night. On average in the evening the battery is drained by 30-40%, according to the report. Therefore, in Cupertino decided not to focus on battery life, and to focus on the features of the gadget.
Recall that pre-orders for Apple Watch first generation was opened in April. Apple managed to sell all the new items less than 6 hours. The “luxury” model of the device, the Apple Watch Edition cost of 10 000 dollars, is completely sold out in just a few minutes. In the second version of Apple, according to rumors, will offer another modification in the price range from $1000 to $10 000.
