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The most recent wearable Series 11 brings the one thing most people actually want from a smartwatch: improved power endurance.

Otherwise, the new model functions as a straightforward upgrade for the Series 10, matching it in appearance, dimensions and functions, with most of improvements originating from the operating system.

The Series 11 is also priced £30 lower within the United Kingdom, costing from 369 pounds (€449/399 dollars/679 Australian dollars), positioned above the newly revamped £219 Watch SE in the budget category and the premium Ultra 3 at £749 for top-tier users.

Design and Display

Like last year's Series Ten, this updated version comes in at 9.7mm thick, resulting in a slim fit on your arm, simple to slide below clothing and more comfortable at night.

This 2,000-nit display is plenty bright for seeing in various lighting, staying legible when viewed from different angles, which makes quickly looking for timekeeping or notifications simple.

It is covered using glass that is twice as scratch resistant compared to previous models, while not reaching the hardness compared to sapphire, which is reserved on the pricier titanium editions.

Capability and Runtime

The new watch utilizes identical S10 processor found in earlier versions with new capability for 5G connectivity option and stronger reception during situations exploring remote areas.

The batteries demonstrate growth in size by 9% and 11% with the smaller and 46mm watches in that order.

Bigger version lasted a good two days during evaluation including sleep monitoring but without exercise.

Most people can nearly record two days and two nights until recharge becomes necessary, which takes about 66 minutes employing 20W or greater power adaptor (available separately), reaching approximately 70 percent in half an hour.

If you do go out for a run, it will last approximately eight hours of tracking, sufficient duration for endurance events or multiple events.

Device Details

• Size options: 42mm and 46mm
• Device slimness: 9.7 millimeters
• Device weight: approximately 30-37 grams
• Processor: S10
• Internal storage: 64GB
• Software platform: latest watchOS
• Waterproof rating: 50 meters (5ATM)
• Monitoring features: HR, Electrocardiogram, Blood oxygen, Temperature, Depth gauge, Microphone, speaker, NFC, Global navigation, compass, altimeter
• Communication options: Bluetooth technology, wifi 4, NFC capability, UWB, optional 5G

Software Enhancements

This new model comes preloaded with the latest watchOS, compatible with all models since the sixth generation and subsequent.

This includes recently introduced Liquid Glass interface, which makes display features semi-translucent, along with two new watch faces: a large digital face called Flow reacting to motion plus an analog display named Exactograph, that separates time components as separate indicators.

The best new feature involves wrist movements, involving quick rotation your wrist away from you and reversing to close applications and go back to the home screen.

The feature operates without looking at the device to view the screen, meaning you can turn off alerts using a quick gesture with your hand.

Activity Analysis

This smartwatch features the same comprehensive fitness analysis system of tools from previous models plus including some additional functions and revamped workout app.

Blood pressure notifications check for symptoms of high blood pressure over a 30-day period, notifying you to consult professionals if cardiac metrics suggests you may have undetected issues.

The new sleep score metric makes Apple's sleep tracking simpler to understand, like other brands from Google, Samsung and others.

Each morning the watch shows a numerical rating divided into categories across three areas: time asleep, schedule and wakeups, each straightforward and available via the health software on your smartphone as well.

Fitness assistant is an AI coach utilizing your previous workout data to provide pep talks during fitness activities, such as recognising existing workout history multiple weekly exercises and exertion levels you put it.

Additionally offering audible heads-up upon achieving specific targets while working out, such as a particular pace, cardiac rhythm, range, time or further statistics.

Users can select from three speaking tones, which speak to you via wireless earbuds synced to the wearable for multiple workout categories, such as walking, jogging or biking.

However, it only works when you bring along newer iPhone models with you, creating frustration enough that I would forgo the function eliminating hassle bringing phones during exercise.

Sustainability and Environment

Apple says power cells will endure over one thousand complete charging sessions maintaining 80 percent of initial performance and is replaceable for £95.

Repairs cost between £295 and £389 depending on the model.

The device incorporates more than 40% sustainable elements including aluminium, cobalt, copper, glass, gold materials, lithium components, uncommon minerals, steel parts, tin elements, {titanium|