Water-resistant Apple Watch 2 unveiled

Apple’s smartwatch debuts with water-resistant capabilities, built-in GPS and a new Nike edition. Oscar Raymundo reports

Almost two years after the Apple Watch was first unveiled in 2014, Apple has finally pulled the curtain back on its second-generation smartwatch.

The Apple Watch Series 2 with dual-core, a brighter display, swim-proof capabilities and built-in GPS was unveiled during Apple’s event. This new model has a redesigned speaker to make it

water-resistant down to 50m. Other than that, this updated smartwatch looks near-identical to the first Apple Watch, now known as Apple Watch Series 1, which was only splash-proof.

Even though the Apple Watch Series 2 boasts a built-in GPS, it lacks cellular connectivity. This means that you will still need an iPhone nearby for your Series 2 to perform data-heavy operations.

The Apple Watch Series 2 comes in conjunction with watchOS 3, which Apple first unveiled this summer at WWDC and is available now. The latest iteration of watchOS 3 makes apps launch seven times faster, lets you write with your fingertip to create messages, and activity-sharing so you can compete with your friends.

Apple Watch Nike+ for runners

Apple has also partnered with Nike to create a special edition of Apple Watch. The Apple Watch Nike+ is designed specifically for runners with lightweight aluminium and perforated band. With this running-focused Watch you can simply tell Siri to start a run. When you’re out on your run, you can get a distraction-free display with just the distance and pace, or enable an ‘advanced’ mode with more details about your workout.

Motivation is a main component of the Apple Watch Nike+. You will get ‘Are We Running Today?’ notifications, such as when was the last time you went on a run, if the weather is perfect to go outside, or information from your friends to keep you motivated. In addition, Apple Watch Nike+ has a ‘Just Do It Sundays’ to get users running on the last day of the week. Purchasing an Apple

Watch Nike+ will also get you a membership to the Nike+ Run Club, which will personalised coaching sessions, gear recommendations, and access to live runs around the world.

The Apple Watch Nike+ comes in four colours and will be available in late October for £369. As for the Apple Watch Series 2, there is a new ceramic body that’s actually harder than stainless steel. Apple has also created two new Hermés bands and new colours. Prices start at £1,149

The Apple Watch Series 2 will also start at £369. The original Apple Watch Series 1 is now £269.

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