Review of Apple Watch Series 8; The most popular Apple smart watch in SafirSoft

Apple Watch Series 8, which was introduced at the end of September this year, has been on the Iranian market for some time. As expected, this smart Watch has become very popular among users upon its arrival and has become the best-selling Apple smart Watch in SafirSoft. In this article, we are going to review this popular Apple smart Watch and see if it makes sense to buy it or not, considering the features and capabilities it offers. Stay with DigiKala Mag.
- 10 popular smart watches in DigiKala (December 13, 1401)
Apple Watch Series 8 is a wonderful smart watch. But compared to its previous generation, Apple Watch Series 7, there are no significant changes and Apple has only added a few features and of course a new sensor in this smart watch. The new Apple product uses a body temperature sensor as well as a low-power battery mode that can provide up to 36 hours of charging to users.
The new Apple smart Watch is also equipped with an accident detection system that uses improved motion sensors. It is used to request emergency help in case of accidents. Although the processor of this Watch is called the S8 chip, it is not particularly different from the S7 chip of the previous generation. In general, Apple Watch Series 8 will be the first choice of iPhone users to buy a smart Watch full of features. This Apple flagship smart Watch is available from SafirSoft online store.
Buy Apple Watch Series 8 from SafirSoftApple Watch Series 8 specifications at a glance
Before we see if the Apple Watch Series 8 flagship smartwatch is worth buying Whether it is or not, it is not bad to have a look at the table of technical specifications of this wearable gadget to see how it is on paper.
Name of smart watch Apple Watch Series 8up to 36 hours (battery saving mode) available colors black, silver and beige Other features Support for different sports modes, heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen level measurement, heart electrocardiogram display, pedometer, sleep status monitoring, women's health monitoring, accident detection capability, capability Fall detection, Watch face customization, status display Weather, phone and calendar notifications display, day and time display, timer, wake-up alarm, Emergency SOS function, Siri voice assistant support
Unboxing
Just like Apple's previous smartwatches, the Series 8 also comes in a beautiful box. And it comes packed with the Apple Watch, two bands in the color you ordered, a magnetic charging pad (with USB-C cable) and some manuals. In terms of physical shape and size, the 8 Series is very similar to the 7 Series. Fortunately, this means that users can use all the bands of the previous Series in this watch.
Apple Watch Series 8 has not changed much in terms of hardware compared to Series 7 and even Series 6. Is. Among its changes, we can mention the accident detection sensor that can detect a car accident and call emergency services. Also, the body temperature sensor is designed to check women's health and evaluate their ovulation cycle.
Design and models
Apple Watch basically has the same design from the beginning and the round side frame looks like iPhone X Reminds me of the iPhone 11. In 2021, many rumors were heard that That the Apple Watch will benefit from the smooth design of iPhone 12 models later, but this has not happened yet. However, the Apple Watch Series 8 has large screens and the bezels around the screen are much reduced compared to the previous generation; So that we are facing an almost full-screen display.
On the side frame of this product, you will see the famous digital crown and the side button, which is used next to the touch screen to move the watch. Series 8, like 7, has been released in two sizes of 41 mm and 45 mm. These two sizes cover the needs of most users well. Investigations have shown that the 45 mm Apple Watch Series 8 model is the right size even for larger wrists and is actually neither too big nor too small. Also, a wide range of Watch bands are available for both models that users can use as they wish.
The 41mm model is a great option for users with slimmer wrists. Also, this model has a large screen while being elegant and can provide users with all the functions of the watchOS 9 operating system. Apple Watch Series 8 uses a 1.9-inch LTPO OLED display with a maximum brightness of 1000 nits, and users will have no problem working with the Watch even under strong sunlight. The always-on display feature is also seen in this smart watch, which has been added to the features of these smart watches from the Apple Watch 4 series.
Apple adheres to the Retina Display brand in its 8 smart Watch Series and This means that the display of this smart Watch uses a resolution of 396 x 484 pixels and a density of about 326 pixels per inch. Working and scrolling with the display of this Watch is as always enjoyable, but of course, maintaining and taking care of it also has its own difficulties. Therefore, some users use a Series of protective frames that cover the side frames in addition to the display. This smart Watch is available in three colors: black, silver and beige.
Software and features
WatchOS operating system Apple Watch generally works well with Apple ecosystem products and all the notifications from your phone in your smart Watch show to others. You can unlock your iPhone or Mac just by being near them with the Apple Watch, and the Apple Watch will alert you with a vibration. All messages from iMessages or other third-party messengers will be accessible with Apple Watch. It is also possible to make voice calls thanks to the integrated microphone and speaker of this smart watch.
- Galaxy Watch 4 review; The most popular Samsung smart Watch in SafirSoft
You will even be able to use the Apple Watch for a member of your family without the need for an iPhone, and its information and reports in the form of Get it exclusively from your iPhone. This feature is designed to take care of children and the elderly. In addition to these, WatchOS 9 also offers new features to users and also improves a Series of old features, some of which we will mention below:
Sleep tracking
As the name of this feature suggests, it analyzes the quality of your sleep and presents it in the form of a short report in the Sleep section of the application. Health offers you. Apple added this feature to watchOS 7 in 2020. Of course, at that time, this feature was not very advanced and only showed the duration of your sleep.
Many iPhone users turned to third-party applications to analyze their sleep quality or even paid for it. But the watchOS 9 operating system on the Apple Watch 8 Series provides you with complete reports of your main and deep sleep, REM periods and wake times.
Women's Health
The new body temperature tracking sensor sends reports to two parts of Apple's Health app: tracking sleep and tracking a woman's ovulation cycle. Keeping a record of body temperature changes throughout the night may help people learn about external factors that affect their regular rest. This sensor that measures women's body temperature allows the Watch to report their ovulation periods. Unfortunately, this is the only feature that, at least for now, the temperature sensor is used to do.
We should note that all of this data is globally encrypted. This means that Apple does not have access to any of its users' health data, and the company's privacy system is designed in such a way that Apple itself cannot access users' data. This data can be deleted at any time. Women also have complete control over who they share their health information with. For example, they may want to share their information with the doctor they are referring to Fertility context helps, share.
Crash detection (not applicable in Iran)
Accident detection is a feature exclusive to Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch Ultra, and Watch SE. Apple has used a new 3-axis gyroscope in these watches to take the precise readings required for data collection. Apple Watch Series 8 should be able to detect 4 types of impact from the front, back, side and overturning. The Apple Watch has had fall detection and emergency call features for some time, but crash detection is a new type of safety tool made possible by the upgraded motion sensors in the 8 Series.
This Watch smart will be able to detect and report accidents exactly as they happen. If needed, Apple Watch will automatically call emergency services and notify your emergency contacts. Although it's sad to think about, these things can save your life in a critical situation.
Battery Low Mode
Low Battery Mode is a new Apple feature that will be available for all watches that support watchOS 9. This feature automatically disables the always-on screen and also minimizes Wi-Fi connections and background sensor activity as much as possible. Previous watches of this company could only show you the maximum time the Watch can stay on. But by using this feature taken from the iPhone, users can use their smart Watch for a much longer period of time.
You can easily activate the low power mode of the Apple Watch from the settings. You will also be asked to choose a Series of unnecessary features to increase battery life. In addition, depending on your situation, you can set the low-power mode to automatically turn off after 1 day, 2 days, or 3 days.
Improving sports capabilities
The Fitness app of this Watch has also received improvements in the field of tracking and features such as the ability to track heart rate zones and edit custom workouts from now on smart Watch is available. For example, if you're looking to create a running workout, you can set your run and recovery time and easily use the Apple Watch Fitness app instead of using third-party tracking apps with pre-built workout plans.
Battery and charging
Apple Watch Series 8, like Series 7, offers users up to 18 charges with a single charge. But by using the low power mode, the Watch can last up to 36 hours. Regarding the charging speed of this smart watch, there is no significant difference from the previous generation in the tests.
Fast charging and zero to hundred Apple Watch Series 8 requires about an hour and also 8 minutes of charging. Before going to bed, it can power the clock to track 8 hours of sleep. The charging of this Watch is also suitable for charging the new AirPods Pro 2, and it will be good news for users who have both products.
Processor and memory h2>
Apple Watch Series 8 uses the 8th generation SiP. However, the new number likely indicates the use of new sensors (such as a 3-axis gyroscope and a temperature sensor), as the watch's processor is nicknamed "t8301", which refers to the Apple Watch Series 7 and Series 6 processors. This chip is a 2-core 64-bit processor that performs very well and runs all the applications you want without any lag or bugs.
Also, 32 GB of internal memory and 1 GB of RAM memory of this processor. They accompany Naturally, 32 GB of internal memory is by no means low for a smart watch, and users can use it in various ways.
Connections
Apple Watch Series 8 available in models with GPS or GPS + Cellular or Wi-Fi will be The GPS + Cellular model of this smart Watch uses eSIM technology, so it is not available in our country. The Wi-Fi model of this Watch can also synchronize with your iPhone and can send and receive relevant data in various applications.
Sound quality
The Apple Watch has a built-in microphone and speaker, So you can make calls from your wrist. The sound produced by this Watch is not very loud, but it has a very good clarity and the conversation of the other party is easy to understand. The microphone of this Watch also works well in transmitting your voice and there is no need to worry about this.
Do you buy? Is the Apple Watch Series 8 reasonable?
If you are an iPhone user and have not purchased the recent Apple Watches such as Series 6 and 7, Apple Watch Series 8 can be a very suitable purchase option for you. The very advanced watchOS 9 operating system, high-quality display, new sensors and low battery mode are among the features that have greatly increased the value of buying the Apple Watch Series 8.
Strengths of the Apple Watch Series 8
- Smooth operation and no processor bugs
- Waterproof
- Various straps
- Providing a wide range of sports capabilities and new sensors
- Precise tracking of sleep quality
- Longer battery life with low battery mode
Weaknesses of Apple Watch Series 8
- Temperature sensor is not very useful
- Repetitive Design
Concluding Remarks
In this article, we reviewed one of the best-selling smart watches in the SafirSoft store, i.e. Apple Watch Series 8, and evaluated it in different sections so that if you intend to buy it A quality smartwatch to get the job done If you have a different watch, consider this Apple flagship wearable gadget from the SafirSoft online store for your purchase.
Do you also recommend buying this Watch to others or do you have another opinion? Do you think there are better options than this Watch in the market? We look forward to reading your experiences.
- The most popular smart watches with a classic look at DigiCala