Is it worth upgrading Apple Watch 5 to 7?

If your Apple Watch 5 is about two years old, you might be considering an upgrade to the Series 7. With the Series 7, you'll get a brighter, bigger display and SpO2 monitoring, as well as Apple's U1 ultra wideband chip for better connectivity within the company's product ecosystem.
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Is the Apple Watch 7 worth the upgrade?

Should You Buy the Series 7? If you already own an Apple Watch Series 6, you're probably fine sticking with it for now. Aside from a larger display, enhanced durability, and faster charging, the Series 7 doesn't offer any revolutionary new features that aren't already available on last year's flagship.
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Is it worth upgrading Apple watch 6 to 7?

For users who already have an Apple Watch Series 6, the Series 7 probably does not offer enough to warrant upgrading unless you particularly want a larger display, faster charging, or improved durability.
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Is Apple Watch Series 5 outdated?

The Series 6, Series 5, Series 4, Series 2, Series 1 and the original Apple Watch are all discontinued through Apple.
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Why did the Apple Watch Series 5 get discontinued?

No they are discontinued to make way for the new models,and the 3 is the budget watch. The manufacturing lines for the Series 6 is mostly the same kind of equipment needed for the Series 4 and 5.
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Is Apple Watch Series 6 going to be discontinued?

The Series 6 has been discontinued and it is not listed on the company's official site. The Apple Watch Series 6 was launched last year and the Series 7 will be the replacement for the older version.
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How far can Apple Watch 7 be from iPhone?

About 30 feet which is approximate bluetooth range.
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Is Apple Watch 7 waterproof?

Apple Watch Series 7 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.
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What can the Apple Watch 7 do?

Just put on your Apple Watch and take off. Series 7 keeps all the things you care about front and center with its larger screen. And with available cellular, you can stay connected to your family, friends, music, notifications, photos, and more — even when you don't have your phone.
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How long do Apple watches last?

An Apple Watch will last about three years before its performance noticeably declines and the battery needs to be replaced. At five years, most users will want to upgrade their Apple Watch regardless of whether it still runs.
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Will Apple Watch 7 have better battery life?

The Apple Watch Series 7 has a battery capacity more significant than the Series 6, but the difference is barely noticeable, 1.6 percent for the larger model and 6.8 percent for the smaller model. This would lead to a somewhat longer battery life if everything else remained the same.
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Is Apple Watch 7 series durable?

Our testers did find that the glass covering the Series 7 display was more scratch-resistant than the crystals on the SE and the aluminum version of the Series 6. The stainless steel version of the Series 6, which has a sapphire glass, also earned an Excellent rating in this test.
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Is the titanium Apple Watch 7 worth it?

Titanium fit that bill very well. Titanium watches also come with an extra band and one additional year of warranty. So the price is justifiable and certainly worth it. My SB Ti has no scratches or dents whatsoever, and I've used it every day for the last 2 years.
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Can I wear Apple Watch 7 in shower?

Question: Q: Can you shower with a iWatch 7

"Showering with Apple Watch Series 2 and newer is ok, but we recommend not exposing Apple Watch to soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotions, and perfumes as they can negatively affect water seals and acoustic membranes.
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Is a new Apple Watch coming out in 2021?

Apple's latest Apple Watch with larger displays and faster charging, launched on October 15, 2021.
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When did the Apple Watch 7 come out?

Apple today announced Apple Watch Series 7, featuring the largest and most advanced Apple Watch display ever — a reengineered Always-On Retina display with significantly more screen area and thinner borders — will be available to order beginning Friday, October 8, at 5 a.m. PDT and available in stores starting Friday, ...
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Can you leave your phone at home and use your Apple Watch?

When your iPhone is off or out of range, your Apple Watch can use a Wi-Fi network to send and receive data. Your watch can also connect to a mobile network if it's a cellular model. And if you've set up an Apple Watch for a family member, they can use a mobile or Wi-Fi connection with their watch.
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Can I use my Apple Watch without my phone?

Your Apple Watch will work without an iPhone, but depending on what model of Watch you have, you might not have access to every feature. You'll need to have access to either a cellular or Wi-Fi connection if you want to use the majority of your Apple Watch's features without an iPhone.
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What is the range of the Apple Watch 7?

If you mean Bluetooth range, so your Apple Watch will use your iPhone's radios in order to save Apple Watch battery life, then between 10 and 20 meters depending on what walls, floors, and if there is a microwave oven running between your Apple Watch and your iPhone (microwave ovens operate on the same frequencies as ...
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Is the Series 6 Apple Watch worth it?

As an overall fitness tracker, the Apple Watch 6 feels like it's got some incredible benefits – great activity tracking, good monitoring and motivation to stay active, a wide range of monitored activities – but there's still no step up to a 'pro mode' for those who want to take their fitness to another level.
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Why is Apple Watch Series 6 not available?

The Apple Watch Series 6, released one year ago by Apple, has essentially been discontinued by the iPhone maker. On the day Apple put the Series 7 up for pre-order ahead of its release later this month, Apple has removed his predecessor from sale.
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Why are some Apple watches discontinued?

In a tweet, Kuo said that the Apple Watch Series 3 may reach the end of its life in the third quarter of 2022 because its computing power will not be able to meet the requirements of a new version of watchOS. The Apple Watch Series 3 was released in September 2017, making it almost five years old.
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What is the difference between Apple Watch 5 and 6?

Both the Apple Watch Series 5 and Apple Watch Series 6 come with a Retina LTPO OLED display. The key difference, however, is that the Series 6 has an always-on display that is two-and-a-half times brighter outdoors than the Series 5 when your wrist is lowered.
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