Table of Contents
- Design
- Image
- Performance and battery
- watchOS e extras
- Claro Sync and Availability
- Apple Watch Series 3 Cellular Technical Specifications
- Conclusion
Os smartwatchs are getting more and more new models. Even though some still consider them a niche technology, the industry certainly continues to highlight these devices. This time, we will analyze a variant of the third generation of Apple's smart watch: the Apple Watch Series 3 Cellular.
The term “Cellular” (or “Celular” in Spanish) is used to differentiate this model from the common version of the Apple Watch Series 3 – which we have already written a review about. It supports connections 4G / LTE from your carrier, which means it will stay connected and can make phone calls even if you are away from your iPhone.
Design
if you expected a big breakthrough when it comes to design, you can get your horse out of the rain. THE design of the new watch is, in short, identical to that of its predecessors. However, that's not bad at all.
In this way, the square shape of the screen, which continues to come in sizes of 38 mm ou 42 mm, ends up being a appearance very positive to keep. In addition to being able to choose the size that best fits your wrist.
However, the smartwatch's main control, dubbed digital Crown (Digital Crown, in free translation), which comes in Red color, might not be such an interesting design choice. Despite help differentiate one version of another, this feature tends to leave the Apple Watch Series 3 Cellular less elegant.
However, the smartwatch continues to allow the user to use bracelets made for earlier models. In other words, the company chose to keep the wristband system, as this one works very well since the first edition of the watch.
Finally, it is worth remembering that the body of the device, which even has a rear ceramics in this version it is waterproof for depths of up to 50 meters.
Image
As mentioned above, to third generation Apple Watch does not bring a considerable upgrade to the display. However, this is no demerit for the device, which since the second generation, has very good resolution and a brightness level surprisingly high of 1000 nits. Therefore, the resolution in the OLED screen of the device remains 272 340 pixels x in the 38 mm version and 312 390 pixels x after 42 mm.
Even in its reduced size, the watch manages to clearly show all the essential data for your exercises. And part of that is merit of the WATCH, which continues to evolve and continues to greatly improve the experience of using the device.
Performance and battery
We finally arrived at the main star of this review: the new S3 chip of two cores. Developed by Apple especially for the Apple Watch Series 3, the new processor has up to 70% better performance than the previous generation.
In practice, it is possible to notice the huge leap in performance in all applications. In short, everything opens much faster and responds with greater speed. So, if you thought the performance of smartwatches was not so good, maybe it's a good time to give the Apple Watch.
Another positive impact brought by the hardware upgrade is the battery life. According to Apple itself, it tends to last up to 18 hours and, well, in reality, the smartwatch easily goes from a day of use, reaching incredible 48 hours without recharging – if you do not use the 4G/LTE connection. By resorting to the mobile internet connection, the device actually drains a lot of battery - even not lasting a day.
to recharge the Apple Watch Series 3, we have the same charger found in the box of previous generations. That is, it is a induction charger. This one is still great for the device, after all, no one deserves to carry a watch through a cable.
Finally, Apple's third smartwatch also has a new chip for wireless communications. Like New chip W2the Apple Watch Series 3 communicates with fewer interruptions, longer range and also contributes to the device's optimal battery life.
watchOS e extras
The third generation Apple Watch has very good stability and usage experience. Although the hardware update was essential, the maturation of the WATCH it was certainly just as important. In this case, we are talking about the Watch 4, since 5 version of the operating system should be out soon – there is no date for this update yet. To learn more about the upcoming OS update, check out our coverage of WWDC18.
In terms of functionality, the system offers three extremely essential applications: Watch, Exercises e Health. Through them, you can check your exercise progress, customize the interface of your Apple Watch and even check your health. THE Crab, while limited so much because of the language, is still a valid extra, as she can now speak on the smartwatch.
And speaking of apps, one of the advantages that Cellular version has in relation to the common is the presence of twice as much internal storage. Here are 16 GB – against the 8 GB present in the GPS-only version.
Still in terms of advantages, both versions of the Apple Watch Series 3 have a wide range of sensors. This includes the most used: the heart rate sensor. And speaking of sensors, we also have the arrival of barometric altimeter, which serves to identify actions such as going up or down stairs.
In addition to these sensors, the smartwatch also has GPS, GLONASS, Wi-Fi (in 802.11b/g/n and 2.4GHz standards), Bluetooth 4.2, accelerometer, gyroscope and ambient light sensor.
Claro Sync and Availability
Here we have one of the best features of the Cellular model, the new operator network connection function. With this, it is possible to use Apple Watch Series 3 as if it were your iPhone, without it being around. This type of connection allows us to make calls, exchange messages and even listen to streaming music.
As of the time of this review, only the Clear has plans compatible with the device in Spain. The call Claro Sync is the operator resource that guarantees unlimited Post-Paid plans for the Apple Watch Series 3. In these plans, the smartwatch user will not need any new chip, as the device has an e-SIM to use the same number as the iPhone. Internet limits are between 6GB, 8GB or 10GB, with monthly fees between R$119,99 (6GB) and R$189,99 (10GB).
Priced from R$2.599,00 at the Apple store and at retailers such as Magazine Luiza, Cellular version of the Apple Watch Series 3 is the one with the most complete wearing experience. Even though Claro Sync is the only option for plans so far in Spain, it is quite adequate. In addition, Claro has promotional prices to purchase the Apple Watch Series 3 Cellular already with a company plan.
Apple Watch Series 3 Cellular Technical Specifications
Below are the technical specifications of the Apple Watch Series 3 Cellular:
- Integrated GPS and GLONASS;
- Dual-core S3 processor;
- 16 GB of internal storage;
- W2 chip for wireless communication;
- barometric altimeter;
- heart rate sensor;
- Accelerometer and gyroscope;
- Water resistant (50 meters);
- Reinforced Ion X glass;
- Ceramic back;
- Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n 2,4 GHz);
- Bluetooth 4.2;
- Battery with up to 18 hours of life;
- watchOS 4.
Conclusion
The main advantage of Apple Watch Series 3 Cellular, of course, it's about independence from the iPhone and even from Wi-Fi networks, as the smartwatch can connect to mobile networks on its own.
We also have in this version the largest storage capacity (16 GB), which is another very inviting aspect. Even with only one operator available with plans in Spain, the Claro Sync it works very well and has some considerable plan varieties for a good range of users. This makes the Cellular model of the Apple Watch one of the best and most versatile wearables on the market today.
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