There can’t be many products that can combine awesome looks, great functions, including monitoring your pulse, and which come from one of the biggest and most recognizable brands in the world. However, the Apple Watch Series 5 does, and you can even wear it while swimming.
Apple Watch Series 5 With Heart Monitor
We are going to take it as a given that you have heard of Apple and know that they are one of the most iconic brands in the world, whose products always seem to go where other brands don’t.
That is the case with their Series 5 watch, which is one of their latest releases. It is not a major upgrade on what has gone before, but it does have some enhancements including an always-on display which is bound to prove popular with lots of purchasers of this product.
It is regarded by many to be one of the finest smartwatches on the market and is available in colors which include gold aluminum with a pink wristband, silver aluminum with a white wristband, and, space gray aluminum with a black wristband.
Who is This Product For?
We are tempted to say everyone, given how popular this smartwatch is, however, we do know there are many for whom this watch will not appeal.
Obviously, there are going to be those for whom Apple can do no wrong and will add this product to the Mac and iPhone they will have already purchased.
It also can’t be denied that this watch looks stunning so those who purchase anything they wear with an eye for its styling, will also be wanting to take a look at it.
There are those who will find its features are the biggest appeal of this watch, so the pulse reader, the navigation and compass, the international emergency calling, and the always-on retina display, along with many other features will be particularly welcomed.
What’s Included?
The box, when it arrives, should have the following items inside: 1 x Apple 5 series watch, 1 wrist band, and the charger. The lithium-ion battery will already be inside the watch.
Overview of Features
Where do we start? The features of the Series 5 need a book rather than a few lines on here, but we will highlight the top ones.
First, there is a new development in the form of the always-on display. This is a step forward from previous versions, and one which is hugely popular.
In terms of your health, it has a heart monitor, which can check your heart rate and rhythm when used in conjunction with the appropriate ECG app. There also fitness, workout, and cycling apps that can be used too.
Talking of apps, you also have the option to use the watch with lots Apple apps, and that adds even more functionality to it.
You can stream songs to the watch from Apple’s music library, it has a compass and other navigation features, you can use it to text and call, and you can even use it to pay for goods.
Incidentally, it also tells the time too … just in case you were wondering.
How to Use It
Given that there will so many different reasons why people buy this product, and the huge number of features that it has, it is going to be very difficult to pinpoint how you should ‘use’ this watch.
Obviously, the 5 series is a watch, so it is worn as you would any normal watch, knowing fine well that this is no ordinary watch by some distance.
As for using it, the best advice we can give is to follow the instructions that Apple provides, both within the instruction manual, and online where there are some excellent user guides.
The basic set up steps are to first pair your Apple watch with your iPhone, which you do by holding the watch close to the phone, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
You then select the watch face you want and browse the watch’s apps to get a fuller understanding of what all the functions are.
Pros
- Stunning design
- Always-on display
- Accesses Apple’s app store
- Compass and navigation
- Heart sensor feature
Cons
- Battery life is poor
- App screen looks cluttered
Alternative
Given that Apple’s Series 5 smartwatch is in a league of its own, to try to think of another watch as an alternative is not easy. However, if you are not a fan of Apple products, or want a smartwatch that looks more traditional, then the Fossil Gen 5 Carlyle Stainless Steel Touchscreen Smartwatch is a worthy choice.
It has a brushed metal finish, it works with both iPhone and Android phones, and its features include heart rate tracking, smart battery modes, and it can be used in conjunction with lots of apps.
Conclusion
Apple products may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but like or loathe them, no one can deny that their Series 5 smartwatch is not only stunning in terms of its appearance, but also in terms of the many functions it can perform. A class apart, and over 90% 5-star reviews prove that.