![]() How much more processing clout you need to power that is up for debate, especially given that the Watch requires its wearers also own an iPhone pocket computer - which they likely will continue to upgrade, per carrier cycles. The use-cases Apple is sketching are mostly about allowing the owner to reduce their exposure to digital noise via curated notifications and selective communications. (Given the varying price-points, it’s possible Apple might offer certain types of internal upgrades to owners of only the more premium Apple Watches - who’ve shelled out the most in the first place.)Įven so, battery longevity is arguably more of a pressing issue, given that the power demands for such a lightweight wearable are constrained by usage limitations. #BATTERIES PLUS WATCH BATTERIES UPDATE#We’ll update this post with any additional details. At the time of writing Apple had not responded to our request for clarification. It’s not clear whether Apple will offer any kind of CPU and/or RAM upgrade to existing owners. The other potential obsolescence issue relates to the processor. Update: We understand the lifecycle of the battery is around three years. Albeit, it’s not clear how much it will cost to send in your wearable to Apple to get it returned with a new cell in place. An Apple spokesman confirmed to TechCrunch the “battery is replaceable”. Well, when it comes to the battery at least, owners of Apple Watch will be able to extend its lifespan. But who wants to shell out thousands for an add-on electronic device that’s likely going to be obsolete in two years? The Apple Watch starts at $349 for the sports watch and rises to a cool $17,000 for top-of-the-luxury-line 18-karat gold Edition. You can read our round-up of details from Apple’s event here. But as tech watchers chewed over the price-tag for the latest luxury gizmo to be born in Cupertino talk turned to obsolescence. The Apple Watch got its grand unveiling yesterday. ![]()
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