Apple Watch Series 1 vs Apple Watch Series 2

Apple Watch Series 1 Apple Watch Series 2
Model Apple
Watch Series 1		 Apple
Watch Series 2

Basic Info
Suggested Price 299 399
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Release Oct 2016 Oct 2016

Reviews
BestBuy Rating 4.7 4.8
Walmart Rating 4.8 4.8

Overview
Top Features
  • Aluminum case with Sport Band
  • Dual-core processor
  • Splash resistant¹
  • Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz)
  • Bluetooth 4.0
  • Heart rate sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
  • Ambient light sensor
  • OLED Retina display with Force Touch
  • Ion-X glass
  • Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  • Up to 18 hours of battery life²
  • Magnetic charging cable
  • Apple Watch requires an iPhone 5 or later.
  • Classic Buckle, Leather Loop, Modern Buckle, Milanese Loop, and Link Bracelet bands are not water resistant.
  • ¹Apple Watch Series 1 is splash and water resistant but not waterproof. You can, for example, wear and use Apple Watch Series 1 during exercise, in the rain, and while washing your hands, but submerging Apple Watch Series 1 is not recommended.
  • Apple Watch has a water resistance rating of IP67 under IEC standard 60529.
  • ²Testing conducted by Apple in August 2016 using preproduction Apple Watch Series 1, Apple Watch Series 2, and Apple Watch Edition, each paired with an iPhone; all devices tested with prerelease software.
  • All-day battery life is based on 18 hours with the following use: 90 time checks, 90 notifications, 45 minutes of app use, and a 30-minute workout with music playback from Apple Watch via Bluetooth, over the course of 18 hours.
  • Battery life varies by use, configuration, and many other factors; actual results will vary.
  • TM © and 2016 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Aluminum case
  • Dual-core processor
  • Built-in GPS
  • Water resistant 50 meters¹
  • Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n 2.4Ghz)
  • Bluetooth 4.0
  • Heart rate sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
  • Ambient light sensor
  • Second-generation OLED Retina display with Force Touch (2x brighter)²
  • Ion-X glass (aluminum cases)
  • Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  • Up to 18 hours of battery life³
  • Magnetic charging cable
  • Apple Watch requires an iPhone 5 or later. Classic Buckle, Leather Loop, Modern Buckle, Milanese Loop, and Link Bracelet bands are not water resistant.
  • ¹Apple Watch Series 2 has a water resistance rating of 50 meters under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that it may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean.
  • However, Apple Watch Series 2 should not be used for scuba diving, waterskiing, or other activities involving high-velocity water or submersion below shallow depth.
  • ²Compared with the previous generation.
  • *All models come in distinct case and band combinations. Sport Band, Woven Nylon, stainless steel, and leather bands are all compatible with all Apple Watch models.
  • ³Testing conducted by Apple in August 2016 using preproduction Apple Watch Series 1, Apple Watch Series 2, and Apple Watch Edition, each paired with an iPhone; all devices tested with prerelease software.
  • All-day battery life is based on 18 hours with the following use: 90 time checks, 90 notifications, 45 minutes of app use, and a 30-minute workout with music playback from Apple.
  • Watch via Bluetooth, over the course of 18 hours. Battery life varies by use, configuration, and many other factors; actual results will vary.
  • TM and © 2016 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.

All Features
Countdown Yes Yes
Alarm Yes Yes
Internet Connectable Yes Yes
Calendar Yes Yes
Case Width 1.4 inches 1.4 inches
Mobile Notifications Yes Yes
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Charging Interface(s) Wireless Wireless
Model Family Apple Watch Series 1 Apple Watch Series 2
Stopwatch Yes Yes
Battery Size Not Applicable Not Applicable
Vibration Alert Yes Yes
Date/Time Display Date and time Date and time
Body Metrics Measured Heart rate Heart rate
Voice Activated Yes Yes
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Parts 1 year 1 year
Text Messaging Yes Yes
Clock Display Yes Yes
Color Space Gray Aluminum Space Gray Aluminum
Curved Screen No No
Email Capable Yes Yes
Operating System Compatibility Apple iOS Apple iOS
Screen Size 42 millimeters 42 millimeters
Bluetooth Enabled Yes Yes
Wi-Fi Compatibility Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version 4.0 4.0
Built-In Microphone Yes Yes
Battery-Strength Indicator Yes Yes
Series Series 1 Series 2
Band Material Other Other
Additional Accessories Included Sport Band (can be configured for either S/M or M/L length); 1m Magnetic Charging Cable Sport Band (can be configured for either S/M or M/L length); 1m Magnetic Charging Cable; 5W USB Power Adapter
Screen Type Digital Digital
GPS Enabled No Yes
Touch Screen Yes Yes
No-Contract Yes Yes
Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion
Processor Brand Apple Apple
Sensors Accelerometer Accelerometer
Color Category Gray Gray
Model Number MP032LL/A MP062LL/A
Product Name Apple Watch Series 1 42mm Space Gray Aluminum Case Black Sport Band Apple Watch Series 2 42mm Space Gray Aluminum Case Black Sport Band
Case Length 1.7 inches 1.7 inches
Operating System watchOS watchOS
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Labor 1 year 1 year
Brand Apple Apple
Music Player Yes Yes
Water Resistant No Yes
Maximum Usage Time 18 hours 18 hours
Case Thickness 0.4 inches 0.4 inches
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance 0 feet
Band Color Black

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