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Apple Watch: New model finally brings screen that will never turn off and other features

Andrew Griffin
Tuesday 10 September 2019 14:40 EDT
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Apple has revealed a new Watch, which includes a display that will never turn off.

Until now, users had to dramatically whip their hand up, or tap the display, to make the screen turn on. That meant that the Watch did not show the time, most of the time.

Now it will be always-on, letting people see the time whenever they want.

The Watch will still have a battery that will last all day, Apple said. Using new screen technology, it will be able to last just as long as the existing model.

As well as the new display, it will have a compass and new features that will allow it to call the emergency services wherever it is, Apple said.

The GPS model of the Watch will cost $399, Apple said, and the cellular version will cost $499. Orders open today and will be available in shops from 20 September.

Apple will also keep the older Watch around, selling it for $199.

Apple also introduced new looks for the Watch, including a titanium model.

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With just five minutes to go until curtains up, here's a reminder of everything to expect.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 17:54

Apple is streaming the event on YouTube for the first time. It hasn't even started yet and there are already 400,000 people watching.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 17:59

And we're off!

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:00

Apple is starting with a video that makes reference to old technology including the iPod click wheel. They're very nostalgic nowadays! Especially for a company that only ever used to look forwards.

Andrew Griffin10 September 2019 18:01

Andrew Griffin10 September 2019 18:02

Tim Cook on stage talking about how technology innovations can "change people lives".

The Apple CEO promises that there will be some "truly big announcements".

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:03

Andrew Griffin10 September 2019 18:04

We're starting with the App Store, specifically Apple Arcade.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:04

Konami's Benjamin Kinney is on stage to talk about Frogger in Toy Town.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:06

It's a new take on the classic arcade game. It involves jelly beans and terrifying giant babies.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:08

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