Do we actually want a radically redesigned Apple Watch?

Apple Watch is popping 10 this yr, and though the product has developed loads, its design continues to be similar to the unique launched in 2014. Lately, there have been many rumors a couple of main redesign coming to the Apple Watch – however they by no means noticed the sunshine of day. However in any case, do we actually want a radically redesigned Apple Watch?

Apple Watch design adjustments

From Collection 1 to Collection 3, Apple Watch remained just about the identical. Apple launched new colours and supplies, however the design of the watch case remained virtually untouched.

The primary redesign got here with Apple Watch Collection 4, which launched a brand new, bigger show that follows the curves of the bezels. The Collection 4 case additionally grew to become thinner and barely curvier, but it surely nonetheless has the feel and appear of the unique Apple Watch.

Three generations later, Apple Watch Collection 7 was launched with one other design change, however this time an much more discreet one. The show has turn out to be larger and the bezels round it even thinner, however the watch case itself continues to be similar to the Collection 4.

Then the Apple Watch Extremely got here alongside in 2022, and now we are able to argue that it introduced a brand new design language to the Apple Watch – however Extremely is a variant within the lineup, and Collection 9 retains the identical design as its predecessors.

Rumors on a redesigned Apple Watch

In keeping with rumors, Apple was planning to introduce a redesigned “Apple Watch X” this yr to have a good time the product’s 10-year anniversary. This redesign was described by Bloomberg because the “largest overhaul but” of the Apple Watch. Particulars are unclear, however this model was anticipated to be thinner and have a brand new magnetic mechanism for the bands.

Nonetheless, more moderen experiences counsel that Apple might have given up on the brand new Apple Watch design. As an alternative, the corporate has reportedly opted for extra discreet adjustments for the Collection 10 fashions, which is able to as soon as once more look virtually similar to the present fashions – however with bigger shows and maybe a thinner case.

If true, this wouldn’t be the primary time that rumors a couple of radical redesign of the Apple Watch have been unsuitable. In 2021, there have been many leaks a couple of “flat-edged” Apple Watch Collection 7. However as you realize, Collection 7 doesn’t look that completely different from its predecessors.

Apple Watch X idea by Lukas Gehrer from Wordsmattr.

We don’t know for positive whether or not the rumors have been at all times unsuitable or whether or not Apple additionally gave up on altering the design on the time. However maybe Apple has simply realized that there’s no want for a radical redesign of the Apple Watch.

The present design simply works

“If it ain’t broke, don’t repair it.” I believe that applies to the Apple Watch. From my expertise, I’ve at all times felt from the very starting that the Apple Watch has the appropriate design for a smartwatch. It appears like a bit of know-how whereas on the identical time having curves that make it elegant and cozy to put on on the wrist.

I’ve tried spherical smartwatches from the competitors and I didn’t like them. I do know there’s a gaggle of individuals asking for a spherical Apple Watch – however please don’t. On the identical time, a “flat-edged” watch feels like one thing actually uncomfortable (and ugly) to put on.

On the finish of the day, I don’t suppose the Apple Watch wants a radical new design. I’m high-quality with the watch getting thinner or getting an even bigger show, however I don’t desire a spherical or flat-edged watch. The present Apple Watch design simply works. As an alternative, I’m extra serious about issues like an even bigger battery and new well being sensors.

However what about you? Would you prefer to see a model new design for the Apple Watch? Let me know within the feedback part beneath.