Rumor: Apple's 'iWatch' to have 'slightly rectangular' 2.5" display, wireless charging
A fresh set of rumors about Apple's anticipated "iWatch" were supplied on Thursday by mainstream media outlet, which was told by an unnamed source that the device will boast wireless charging capabilities, and will sport a slightly rectangular watch face.
"iWatch" concept by Martin Hajek.
The face of the watch will measure about 2.5 inches diagonally, according to Reuters, which cited a person familiar with the unannounced product. That face is expected to protrude slightly from the band and create an arch shape.
The display of the watch is expected to be a touchscreen supplied by LG Display, and Taiwan-based Quanta Computer Inc. is said to be planning to start production of the device in July.
The source also claimed that the device will include a heart rate monitor from Heptagon that will track the wearer's pulse. That aligns with rumors from over a year ago that said the device is expected to focus on biometrics for health and fitness feedback.
The so-called "iWtach" also expected to feature wireless charging -- something The New York Times also claimed earlier this year.
Apple is said to be planning a media event for this October where it's expected to introduce the company's "first wearable device," which is widely believed to be a wrist-worn connected device. The "iWatch" is believed to tap into the new HealthKit tools for developers that Apple will include in the forthcoming iOS 8 mobile operating system, which is currently available in beta for testing.
Other recent reports have suggested the device will sport a flexible OLED touchscreen. Such technology could allow Apple to introduce unique designs not possible with traditional LCD panels.
"iWatch" concept by Martin Hajek.The face of the watch will measure about 2.5 inches diagonally, according to Reuters, which cited a person familiar with the unannounced product. That face is expected to protrude slightly from the band and create an arch shape.
The display of the watch is expected to be a touchscreen supplied by LG Display, and Taiwan-based Quanta Computer Inc. is said to be planning to start production of the device in July.
The source also claimed that the device will include a heart rate monitor from Heptagon that will track the wearer's pulse. That aligns with rumors from over a year ago that said the device is expected to focus on biometrics for health and fitness feedback.
The so-called "iWtach" also expected to feature wireless charging -- something The New York Times also claimed earlier this year.
Apple is said to be planning a media event for this October where it's expected to introduce the company's "first wearable device," which is widely believed to be a wrist-worn connected device. The "iWatch" is believed to tap into the new HealthKit tools for developers that Apple will include in the forthcoming iOS 8 mobile operating system, which is currently available in beta for testing.
Other recent reports have suggested the device will sport a flexible OLED touchscreen. Such technology could allow Apple to introduce unique designs not possible with traditional LCD panels.
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Edit: Hey, how come 3 dots (dot dot dot) comes out all messed up, as it is after the word "loud" up above? I only have that problem here.
There may be a lot of fat and obese people in the world who NEED a device like this, but they won't buy it just for that.
What's the killer app for the iWatch? It has to be convenience or a new feature we didn't know we couldn't live without. THIS is the true secrecy of the iWatch.
These reports are getting Ridiculous!
I'm pretty sure I'm not buying an iWatch. My iPhone screen is already too small. I can't imaging trying to read text on a watch screen. Perhaps it will be useful for telling time, but I don't really care what time it is and my iPhone already does that.
Oh, for crying out loud%u2026!
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haters got to hate.
U are probably one of those fools who said the iPad is just a bigger iPhone
Hate what? another clueless "rumor"?
U R (there you go; little basement dwelling, juvenile web lingo, so that we are equal "bro") probably someone who just has no taste in design.
Also: "iPad just a bigger iPhone"? Ridiculous! Can't make cell calls on iPad.
Health
Home Automation - AC adjust to your temp? Lights open/close when you walk in, ect
Gaming
TV remote
Replace CarKey, CarFob
Open garage
Payments
Keep in mind that all of Apple's devices are just scaled down Main Frames:
MainFrame > PC > Laptop > SmartPhone > Tablet > Watch
the uses of a watch computer is as endless as your imagination
Users already want a larger iPhone screen do you really believe they are going to manage all that from a 2.5 inch screen? I don't see it. Also most of what you listed is way down the line even if this product takes off. All computer technology not just Apple's trickles down from Mainframes. The iPod Nano has a 2.5 inch screen and having it sitting in front of me that is a freaking huge screen on your wrist. How is the average female going to manage a 2.5 inch screen? On the average male that would wrap around the entire top part of his wrist.
I'd rather take an aspirin.
Do we even know what "it" is? Besides some
promiserumor of a small, wearable touchscreen?So you posted from appleinsider.com and not forums.appleinsider.com, right? The comment field on the site proper has always been broken. It can't handle anything but the most rudimentary ASCII.
U are probably one of those fools who said the iPad is just a bigger iPhone
2.5" isn't exactly 'wearable'.
or a stroke. I guess some people rather be ignorant than alive
I'd rather the entire western world not know how my kidneys are functioning, thanks.
If I need a machine to tell me how I'm feeling medically, I'm probably not in a position that my heath is of any concern to me.