Apple Watch Series 8: Features, Specifications and Price

Apple has been in the business of making smartwatches over the past years and each year they release wonderful watches in terms of performance, style, and design. 

Exquisite design and greater performance are the two words that best qualify the new Apple Watch Series 8 from Apple Inc. In this post, we will get into talking about the watch focusing on the added features, cost, and its comparisons to Apple Watch Ultra. 

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Apple Watch Series 8 

The Apple Watch Series 8 is a smartwatch developed by Apple. It was released in September 2020 as an affordable alternative to the more expensive Apple Watch Series 6. The watch is designed to work seamlessly with the iPhone and offers a range of features that allow users to stay connected, stay active, and stay healthy.

Cost 

In Nigeria, the range of the cost of the Apple Watch Series 8 is between N250,000 to N410,000 depending on whether it is brand new or not, the strap, thickness, and special features.

Features 

The remarkable features of the Apple Watch Series 8 include the following:

Bright and easy-to-read display

The image resolution and display of the apple series 8 watch are everything as it makes it convenient for the user to read the contents of the screen whether far or near.

Apple incorporated the Always On Retina Display in the watch to make these possible. You will get to enjoy the convenience and an amazing display of images with this feature. In addition, the Retina display with LTPO OLED technology makes it easy to use in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Fall and Crash Detection 

Apple guarantees that the new Apple Watch Series 8 can detect hard falls or impacts. In addition, upon detection of the fall, the watch will make calls to the emergency contacts on the phone. Apple claims this innovation will be helpful in accidents to save lives. 

The series 8 contains new technology of gyrometer and accelerometer which helps to detect the change in direction and the magnitude of impact during an accident.

The sensor detects these and prompts the watch to make a call to share the location with the emergency contacts on the watch. However, you can cancel the prompt immediately if it shows up in case it is a false alarm or the situation is not out of hand.  

Water Resistant 

The Apple Watch Series 8 is water-resistant as with other water-resistant watches from Apple. Apple. It is built to survive 50 m deep underwater. You can comfortably take a swim in the swimming pool or ocean as long as you are within a depth range not higher than 50m. 

Crack and Dust Resistant

The protective covering of sapphire crystal glass and the design of the flat base make the watch strong enough to prevent cracking. Also, it is dust-resistant and capable of retaining its lustre and cool design look in a dusty environment. 

New Temperature Sensor 

Apple watches have temperature sensors but the tech and spec of the sensors used in Apple series 8 make it perform specific functions. The watch helps keep track of the ovulating cycles in females and make predictions on the next ovulation date.

You will receive notifications of the predictions for your ovulation on your phone. Apple is using this innovation in a bid to focus on and improve women’s health in general. 

Furthermore, the temperature sensors make it possible to keep track of your sleep using the sleep app on the watch. The temperature sensor makes it possible to determine how long you have slept and when you wake up from sleep. Also, you can learn more about how you shift between stages of your sleep. 

Click here to learn how to use the Apple Watch Series 8 to track your ovulation cycle.

Low Battery Consumption

The Apple watch series 8 comes with a new feature which is the low power mode. The feature enables the user to enjoy 36 hours of use which is double what you get when you are not using the low-power mode.

Hence, you do not need to be so concerned about charging when you do not have your charger close or you are traveling over a long distance. Just switch to the low mode and enjoy the features.

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ECG Monitoring 

The Apple Watch Series 8 is capable of taking an ECG scan and its precision and accuracy are close to that of a single-lead electrocardiogram. You can use the ECG app on the watch, on any day, anytime, and anywhere.

Also, the watch has built-in cellular and Wi-Fi capabilities, allowing you to make calls, send messages, and stream music without needing your iPhone nearby. In addition, features like Siri, Apple Pay, and the ability to control smart home devices are part of what you get with the Apple Watch Series 8. 

Apple Watch Series 8 Specifications 

A table of the specifications of the Apple Watch Series 8 

Dimension	45 x 38 x 10.7mm
Weight	Comes in two categories: 41mm and 45mm
SIM	eSIM
Size	1.9 Inches
Resolution	484 x 396 pixels
Operating System	watchOS 9.0
Chipset	Apple S8 chip
CPU	Dual-core
GPU	PowerVR
Storage	32GB, 1GB RAM
Bluetooth	5.3 A2DP LE
WLAN	wi-fi 802.11, dual-core
Battery	Removable, Lion 308mAh

Battery Life of Apple Watch Series 8

The battery life seems to be a major issue over the years of production of Apple watches by Apple Inc. Apple puts the battery life of the Apple series watch at 18 hours of usage following a full charge. You can get extra hours of use when you use the watch in the new low-power mode.

Apple Watch Series 8 VS Apple Watch Ultra

The Apple Watch Series 8  and Apple Watch Ultra are both smartwatches made by Apple, but there are some key differences between the two models. Some of the main differences include:

• Water Resistant: The Apple Watch Ultra edges the Series 8 because of its higher ability of usage underwater up to 10 m depth whereas the latter only allows 50 m depth of water. 
• Battery Life: The battery life of the Apple Watch Ultra is 36 hours after full charges which surpasses that of the Apple Watch Series 8 which is 18 hours long.
• Sound Quality: Again, Apple Watch Ultra is the winner when it comes to sound quality output, 180m, 86dB loud.

GPS and Connectivity: Both the ultra and 8 have built-in GPS, but the ultra has a new always-on altimeter that measures your elevation and can track changes in elevation over time. In essence, it is more accurate and has higher performance than series 8

• Other features: The Apple Watch Ultra also has a faster charging time, a brighter display, and a wider range of finishes and bands than the Series 8.

Overall, the Apple Watch Ultra is considered a more advanced and premium option than the Series 8, with more advanced features and faster performance.

Final Notes on Apple Watch Series 8

Overall, the Apple Watch Series 8 is a budget-friendly smartwatch that offers many of the features and capabilities of the more expensive Series 6, making it a great choice for those looking for an affordable option with a good set of features.

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