Apple Watch 8 design is going to remain largely unchanged
The latest Apple Watch 8 rumor suggests that the smartwatch’s design will mostly be unchanged from what we currently have, which is bad news if you were hoping for a significant revamp when it debuts later this year. It clearly refers to the “basic” or standard version of the wearable and comes from tipster ShrimpApplePro(opens in new tab) via XDA Developers(opens in new tab). If Apple does develop a premium version of the watch, there may still be some visual changes.
A flat-edged design was rumored to be coming for the Apple Watch 7, but the 2021 model ended up looking very much like the watches that came before it. Now it appears that the Apple Watch 8 will do the same. More details concerning the Apple Watch 8 are revealed by the same source. It appears like the 41 mm and 45 mm sizes will remain the same this year, so all of the existing replacement bands should function with the new models.
Even though the colors of the aluminum version are said to be midnight, starlight, red, and silver, and the stainless steel version is said to be silver and graphite, it looks like no new sensors will be added to the timepiece. When it comes to the release date of this wearable, the Apple Watch 7 debuted on October 15; however, earlier iterations were introduced in September, so September or October seems like a safe bet for this one as well.
While it may be discouraging that Apple appears to be keeping the Apple Watch 8’s design mostly the same, it’s also true that the current look of the smartwatch is a timeless and iconic one, so the company shouldn’t rush to modify it. Then there are all the Apple Watch straps, chargers, and accessories that have been introduced over the years. The device won’t integrate as well or as snuggly with the current ecosystem of items if its form factor is changed. However, there is a chance that Apple will reveal something novel this time. Some rumors say that there will be an extreme or rugged version of the Apple Watch, which could change the look of the gadget at least a little bit.