What is the difference between the Iwatch 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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Is Apple Watch 6 worth buying?

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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Should I upgrade from Apple Watch 5 to Apple Watch 6?

In terms of battery life, the Apple Watch Series 6 is rated for the same 18-hour battery life as the Apple Watch Series 5, but improvements to power efficiency means you might see extended battery life when doing specific things on the Apple Watch Series 6, including indoor and outdoor runs and walks.
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What's better about the Apple Watch Series 6?

Featuring a Retina display that is over 30% larger than Apple Watch Series 3, it lets you see more and use more of the latest watch faces and complications. Just raise your wrist and the display instantly comes to life. Just raise your wrist and the display instantly comes to life.
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Are the Apple Watch 5 and 6 the same size?

Okay, this section is pretty simple as the Apple Watch Series 5 and Apple Watch Series 6 are virtually identical. They are both available in either 44mm or 40mm case sizes, and they both feature always-On Retina displays (also the same size 977mm² and 759mm² respectively).
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Why was Apple Watch 5 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Is Apple Watch Series 5 outdated?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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Is Apple Watch 6 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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Does Apple Watch 6 have a keyboard?

Currently, there is no system keyboard you can use on your Apple Watch. You have two choices, use Scribble and Dictation or, you use one of these apps! Shift Keyboard is a full keyboard that you can use to type out messages on your wrist.
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How old is the Apple Watch 6?

Sixth generation (Series 6 and SE)

The Apple Watch Series 6 was announced on September 15, 2020, during an Apple Special Event and began shipping on September 18.
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Does Series 5 have blood oxygen?

Right now, the Apple Watch Series 6 is the only Apple Watch that's capable of delivering that blood oxygen data. That's because it's equipped with the appropriate sensor technology to make it possible. That sensor tech isn't available on the Apple Watch Series SE or older models like the Series 3 and Series 5.
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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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What is the difference between Apple Series 6 and 7?

Overall, the ‌Apple Watch Series 7‌ is a minor upgrade over the Apple Watch Series 6, offering larger displays and casing sizes, new color options, improved durability, the S7 chip, and faster charging.
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Is the Apple Watch 6 waterproof?

Apple Watch Series 6 have a water resistance rating of 50 meters under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that they may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean.
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How far can Apple Watch 6 be from iPhone?

Normal Bluetooth range is around 33 feet / 10 meters (this will vary in practice due to wireless interference). Whenever the Apple Watch cannot connect to the iPhone via Bluetooth, it will attempt, as a fallback, to connect to a compatible Wi-Fi network.
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What can Apple Watch 6 do?

Stay Connected Everything you need. Anywhere you go.
  • Phone and Messages. Call and text right from your wrist.
  • Apple Pay. Make payments securely using nothing but your watch. ...
  • Siri. Get help with just about anything, simply by asking. Including translations.
  • Maps. Get a tap on the wrist telling you when to turn.
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How do I text on my Apple Watch 6?

Create a message on Apple Watch
  1. Open the Messages app on your Apple Watch.
  2. Scroll to the top of the screen, then tap New Message.
  3. Tap Add Contact, tap a contact in the list of recent conversations that appears, or choose an option: ...
  4. Tap Create Message.
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Is there a Series 7 Apple Watch?

Breaking news: Series 7 is the most durable Apple Watch ever built. Fundamental design changes were needed to achieve the vision of the larger Always-On Retina display. These same innovations also helped make the most crack‑resistant front crystal yet.
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What is the difference in Apple Watch 6 and SE?

The features. The Apple Watch SE and Series 6 are very similar when it comes to design. The only differences are case materials and available colorways. Users can find the SE in aluminum only, while the Series 6 comes in aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium.
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What's the difference between Apple Watch Series 6 and SE?

Design. The Apple Watch Series 6 and ‌Apple Watch SE‌ share the same basic design, but differ when it comes to materials and color options. The Apple Watch Series 6 is available in aluminum, stainless steel, or titanium, while the ‌Apple Watch SE‌ is only available in aluminum.
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What size is the Apple Watch Series 6?

Apple Watch Series 6 Specs and Features

The Apple Watch Series 6 comes in two sizes, three finishes, and two connectivity options. With a brighter always-on Retina Display, the Series 6 is available in 40 or 44mm, in aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium, and with a GPS connection or GPS + LTE.
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What size should I get my Apple Watch?

If you want the largest and clearest screen available on an Apple Watch, then the 44mm is the one for you. You will also benefit from a larger battery and, therefore, more battery life with the 44mm. If you have a smallish wrist or simply want the least expensive Apple Watch, then the 40mm will suit you perfectly.
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Does Apple Watch need cellular?

Answer: A: Answer: A: Cellular is not required to make or take calls or send or receive messages. However, you will need either the paired iPhone nearby, or if the iPhone is not nearby, a Wifi connection for the watch, and for the paired iPhone to be on, and have a cellular data connection or wifi available as well.
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What does cellular mean on Apple Watch?

With a cellular connection on Apple Watch, you can make calls, reply to messages, receive notifications, and more—even while you're away from your iPhone.
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