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Apple won’t launch the Apple Watch Extremely 3 at its iPhone 16 occasion on September 9. As a substitute, the corporate will supposedly refresh the Apple Watch Extremely 2 with a brand new black shade choice.
The second-gen Apple Watch Extremely packed modest upgrades over its predecessor. However this yr, Apple will take an odd method and never replace its Extremely smartwatch in any respect.
No Apple Watch Extremely 2 successor this yr?
Rumors surrounding the Apple Watch Extremely 3 indicated it might not pack any substantial enhancements. TF Worldwide Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo additionally beforehand claimed that Apple’s third-gen Extremely smartwatch won’t function any {hardware} upgrades.
This prompt the watch would sport the identical internals as its predecessor: an S9 chip and a 3000-nit peak brightness show. Nevertheless, it seems that Apple won’t launch an Apple Watch Extremely 3 this yr.
In a put up on X, Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman says, “I don’t count on Apple to announce an Apple Watch Extremely 3” on the September 9 “It’s Glowtime” occasion.
The corporate will unveil the Apple Watch Collection X on the occasion, although. Rumors point out it may sport even greater shows with sleep apnea detection.
Apple Watch Extremely 2 may get a brand new shade choice
Apple’s new Extremely smartwatch would have been an underwhelming improve with none underlying {hardware} improve or new well being sensors. Thus, it is smart for the corporate to not launch a brand new mannequin this yr.
A current CIRP Analysis revealed restricted demand for the Apple Watch Extremely lineup. Subsequently, the shortage of a brand new mannequin is unlikely to impression Apple’s backside line or shopper demand considerably.
A brand new black titanium shade choice can be a welcome addition to Apple’s Extremely watch. Customers have eagerly anticipated this shade because the authentic Apple Watch Extremely’s debut.
Gurman additionally suggests Apple would possibly delay the launch of a brand new Apple Watch SE with a plastic casing.