We have gathered 6 ups and 4 downs.
Impressive health and fitness tracking features including ECG, SpO2, sleep stages, and new temperature sensors.
Stable and user-friendly design that is consistent with previous models and offers familiarity.
Crash Detection and other safety features like Fall Detection add to the emergency capabilities of the device.
Bright and responsive always-on display provides a visually pleasing experience.
Comprehensive app support and ecosystem integration make it a versatile device.
New watchOS 9 brings useful updates and improved user experience.
Marginal hardware upgrades from Series 7 which might not justify an upgrade for current users.
Battery life still necessitates daily charging, despite low power modes.
Temperature tracking is still a nascent feature.
Some features are repetitive and not significantly improved over previous models.
The Apple Watch Series 8 has actually helped save my life this year.
Apple Watch Series 8 now includes a temperature sensor, which is particularly useful for ovulation and cycle tracking.
The temperature sensor on Apple Watch Series 8 only works well if you wear your Apple Watch to sleep.
Capable of monitoring body temperature accurately by comparing it with the outside temperature
Requires five nights of sleep data to start providing temperature-based predictions
Fitness Plus integrates well with the Apple Watch, providing an incredible workout experience.
The Apple Watch Series 8’s fitness classes require connectivity with other Apple devices, which may not be convenient for everyone.
New features added for runners, such as dynamic pacing, improve the running experience.
Price point is still considered high.
Features like workout classes are not fully useful without additional equipment like a treadmill.
