While it was rumored that Apple Watch 2 will be one of the products to be unveiled in a rumored Apple event this March, a new report suggests the new smartwatch apparently is set to be released later this year.
Value Walk said in its report that contrary to expectations that the Apple Watch 2 will be released alongside iPhone 5SE and iPad Air 3 next year, it is seemingly unlikely now and that the upgrade to the popular smartwatch will happen late in 2016.
As to the new and highly anticipated features and specs of the Apple Watch 2, enthusiasts expect nothing less than significant improvements for the smartwatch. According to Value Walk, Apple Watch 2 is expected to have an improved camera, which may also include a Facetime camera, enabling users to make and receive video calls via Apple Watch 2.
The second generation smartwatch, the report added, is also expected to focus on improving the battery life as it has been one of the most complaints of the Apple Watch users. And aside from battery life, Apple Watch is also expected to be more durable. A waterproof smartwatch? Possible!
But users are most expecting of a more standalone Apple Watch 2, a smartwatch that is less dependent on iPhone. Currently, the Apple Watch is also dependent on the iPhone for its GPS functionality and Apple may rectify this with Apple Watch 2, Value Walk said.
In a related news, PC Advisor also highlighted in its report a recent patent of the Apple Watch that has leaked on the Internet, where the second generation smartwatch is seen to be more software oriented.
The patent, which is titled "Volume Control for Mobile Device Using a Wireless Device," describes a device that can adjust the alert volume of the iPhone based on the level of sound generated.
As the patent describes, Apple would be using the Apple Watch 2's built-in microphone to grab a sample of the iPhone ringtone, analyse it and adjust the volume of the iPhone accordingly.
PC Advisor calls it "seemingly pointless" but it may prove effective for missing notifications and quiet situations like meetings.
