Not only did Apple reveal a brand new wearable in the Apple Watch, but it showed a lot of models. The don’t-call-me-a-smartwatch comes in two sizes (potentially one men’s and one women’s, though Apple has not named them as such) and in three simply named flavors: Watch, Watch Sport, and Watch Edition.
Standard
The “standard” Apple Watch is the traditional model and comes in two colors: stainless steel and stainless black steel. Instead of using glass to protect the Retina display, this model has sapphire crystal, which is both stronger and more scratch resistant. Both sizes come in nine models, which are purely differentiated by the wristband, and is expected to start at $349. However, Business Insider points out that quality bands are pricey and Apple has not discussed how much they will cost or whether the Apple Watch will come with the first for free.
Sport
The Apple Watch Sport is slightly different; it looks much more like the iPhone, with anodized aluminum for that non-reflective sheen and the same Ion-X glass. As a model meant for fast-paced use, the Ion-X is a lighter alternative to sapphire crystal. It comes with a fluoroelastomer wristband, which Apple claims is more flexible and smooth than rubber, in five different colors.
Edition
Finally, there’s the Apple Watch Edition, which is identical to the standard Watch except that the stainless steel is replaced by 18-karat gold. This is no joke. The Watch Edition can either have yellow or rose gold, which the company claims is twice as hard as standard gold, meaning these models will probably be expensive. There are six different wristband options.
In total, there are six Apple Watch colors—stainless steel, stainless black steel, silver aluminum, space gray aluminum, yellow gold, and rose gold—available in two sizes, 42 mm and 38 mm. And a total of 20 different wristbands to choose from. Which model do you want? Tell us in the comments below.
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