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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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anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:37

Stan Ng comes on stage to share with us the next generation of Apple Watch. 

We've got another video, this one involving a dancer.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:38

Andrew Griffin10 September 2019 18:38

Apple Watch Series 5 features an always-on retina display that "never sleeps". 

What does this mean for battery life? 

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:39

Ng says it's "extremely power efficient". 

It has the same all-day, 18-hour battery life as its predecessor. 

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:39

The always-on display will be useful for loads of situations, apparently, like working out. I hope you can turn the screen off when you sleep.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:41

A brand new feature: An in-built compass!

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:41

New safety features too, like international emergency calling.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:42

Like the iPad case, the Apple Watch case is now made from 100 per cent recycled aluminium.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:42

Apple Watch Series 5 will also be available in titanium and a new ceramic model. And of course, loads of new straps.

Series 5 starts at $399 and $499 for cellular models. Available for pre-order now, shipping 20 September.

"It truly is the most capable Apple Watch ever," Ng says.

anthony.cuthbertson10 September 2019 18:45

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