This page provides a comprehensive compilation of current Apple iWatch rumors, facts, and analysis. Cites to supporting source material for each rumor, fact, and assertion has been provided for your convenience. The latest leaks out of Cupertino suggest that an Apple iWatch will be announced before Christmas with shipping to coincide with the holiday season. We have also included references to various Apple competitors, such as Google and Samsung, who have similarly announced their intention to release smartwatches in the near future. We hope that such data will enable readers to draw their own conclusions about the various paths Apple might take in bringing a smartwatch to fruition in the burgeoning wearable computing market. This page will be continuously updated to reflect current Apple iWatch status and information as it is discovered … so check back often!
Apple iWatch Rumors At A Glance
• 1.5″ Curved Saphire Display
• “Squeeze-Metal” Swipe And Tap Band
• Accelerometer, Three-Axis Gyroscope and Biometric Sensors
• 5 Day Rechargeable Battery
• Full Version Of Latest iOS
• Released 4Q 2014
• Price $399
Apple iWatch Display
Apple Tests 1.5″ OLED Display – May 20, 2013
Apple is reportedly testing a 1.5″ OLED display for the iWatch according to the Economic Daily Times. A 1.8″ OLED display from RiTdisplay was initially being tested, but was ultimately rejected as Apple thought the screen was too large.
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Apple iWatch Rumors Abound, The Time Is Now – February 18, 2013
The New York Times claims the iWatch may “operate on Apple’s iOS platform” and incorporate a curved glass surface based on “the company’s understanding of how such glass can curve around the human body.”
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Apple iWatch Band
Apple iWatch Bezel, Band User Interface – March 24, 2013
Apple received a patent for “sensing capacitance changes of a housing of an electronic device.” This new “squeeze-metal” technology would be perfect for turning the iWatch housing and/or band into a user interface, particularly since useable surface area will be so limited on the diminutive iWatch.
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Apple iWatch Band Patent A “Slap Bracelet” – February 22, 2013
The US Patent and Trademark Office published a new Apple Patent Application for what appears to be an Apple iWatch resembling a smartwatch slap bracelet. Described as a “wearable video device”, the band contains a flexible display, an integrated circuit for driving the flexible display, a processor, RAM, ROM, a wireless communications antenna, a speaker, a battery, and a data and power connector. When considered in concert with rumors of Apple’s 1.5″ square OLED display tests, the described flexible display band may be implemented concurrently with a larger traditional display. Alternatively, Apple may be considering a smartwatch line with multiple entry points, such as is employed with its iPod offerings.
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Apple iWatch Internal Specs
iOS 7 Bluetooth Smart Ready Support – July 3, 2013
Apple’s iOS 7 adds enhanced Bluetooth Smart Ready support tailored specifically for wearable computing devices. Accordingly, it is likely that the Apple iWatch will incorporate a Bluetooth 4.O Low Energy radio.
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Apple iWatch Band Patent, A “Slap Bracelet” – February 22, 2013
No information has been discovered, as of yet, with regard to potential iWatch specifications. However, Apple’s “slap bracelet” patent describes a processor, RAM, ROM, a wireless communications antenna, and a speaker, but without specificity.
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Apple iWatch Release Date
Apple iWatch Trademarks Filed In Russia, Jamaica – June 9, 2013
Apple has filed trademark applications for use of the term iWatch in Jamaica and Russia,receiving a priority registration date of December 3, 2012. Whether or not Apple is successful in trademarking the term iWatch, it appears as if Apple is poised to release a smartwatch into the wild before long.
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Apple Tests 1.5″ OLED Display – May 20, 2013
Apple manufacturing partner Foxconn has reportedly received an order to produce 1,000 iWatch trial units for beta-testing. If this is true, and Apple is entering the smartwatch beta testing phase, an iWatch would likely be released within the next 12 months.
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Apple Secretly Reveals New iWatch For WWDC 2013 – April 25, 2013
After discussing WWDC 2013, Apple CEO, Tim Cook, states, “We’ve got a lot more surprises in the works … Our teams are hard at work on some amazing new hardware, software, and services that we can’t wait to introduce in the fall and into 2014.” In addition, several Apple technology sites have begun to see iWatch apparitions in the WWDC 2013 banner.
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Apple iWatch Rumors Abound, The Time Is Now – February 18, 2013
The Wall Street Journal reports that Apple has already discussed the iWatch with manufacturing partner Foxconn, and is making preparations for a limited production run. If true, this indicates that, at a minimum, a preliminary design has been developed and approved and is ready for testing.
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Apple iWatch Price
Rumblings on the street set the iWatch estimated price at $399 for a basic model. However, these are simply educated industry guesses based upon very little gathered information. Therefore, we recommend that you place little weight on prediction of iWatch price at this time.
Apple iWatch Market Analysis
Apple CEO Tim Cook Discusses iWatch At D11 – May 27, 2013
During an interview at All Things Digital D11, Apple CEO, Tim Cook, stated, “Wearables are incredibly interesting … it could be a profound area.” When asked if wearables will be part of the post-PC era, he responds, “Yes, I think so. I wear a FuelBand … Nike did a great job. It’s integrated well with iOS. There are lots of wearables, but of the ones doing more than one thing, I haven’t seen anything great out there. Nothing that will convince a kid that’s never worn glasses or a band to wear one. Or I haven’t seen it … so lots of things to solve here. The area is ripe for exploration, and it’s ripe for us to get excited about. Lots of companies will be in this space.” When further pressed whether Apple will be entering the wearable market, without officially saying yes, Cook revealed, “… it could be another branch of the [Apple] tree.” All of the above-listed statements by Apple Chief, Tim Cook, are highly indicative that Apple has a smartwatch currently in development.
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Apple iWatch Competition
Smartwatch manufacturers, such as Martian and Cookoo, have begun to develop followings amongst the eager early-adopters and deserve a mention in this analysis. However, as their smart watches offer only basic notification features and do not function primarily as wearable computing devices, we do not consider them iWatch competitors. Rather, they are a separate smartwatch niche for watches designed to function primarily as an extension to a connected smartphone.
The Pebble and the i’m Watch are the only shipping smart watches that are currently competitors to the forthcoming iWatch and have been discussed ad infinitum by Smart Watch News. However, even though both products are currently on the cutting edge of smartwatch technology, we believe that the Apple iWatch will likely leave current first generation smartwatch offerings in the dust. Apple came in after gen 1 and swept away the digital music player market with the iPod, and Apple will likely have a repeat performance and sweep away the smartwatch market with the iWatch
But wait just a minute … announcing their intention to enter the smartwatch market are technology powerhouses Google and Samsung. Google has an edge in the wearable computing market having recently released Google Glass upon select lucky members of the beta-testing public. Google has demonstrated its commitment to wearable computing and has the infrastructure and experience to do something truly remarkable in the field. Google, like Apple, will be a company to watch (pun intended).
Samsung, also, has announced its intention to compete in this niche and has already brought a smartwatch to market. In addition, Samsung makes EVERYTHING electronic and will have no problem procuring cutting edge components. However, Samsung is not a company known for its innovation and that is exactly what it is going to take to be successful in round 2 of the smartwatch market. Therefore, Samsung will likely not be a true iWatch competitor until round 3 of the wearable computing explosion, after it sees what Apple and Google come up with and has an opportunity to poach some brilliance.
In conclusion, the public’s appetite has been whetted and, like Tim Cook, consumers are excited and ready for wearable computing that is truly revolutionary. We have not seen it yet, but it is coming … and the first revolutionary wearable computing product will likely be the iWatch.
Apple iWatch Concepts
Apple iWatch Concept By Martin Hajek Is AMAZING! – February 3, 2014
The Apple iWatch campaign created by Martin Hajek is truly one of the most amazing concept renderings we have ever seen. Simple sophistication, remarkable detail, and just plain beautiful. Jon Ivey has surely reviewed Hajek’s work, in the hallowed halls of Apple, and must have been as impressed as we are. If this smartwatch were available right now, it would be a runaway hit.
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Russian iWatch Concept, Sir John High-Five – April 1, 2013
On this warm spring day, we provide you with a unique opportunity to see the long-awaited iWatch: a revolutionary new gadget that will change your life. Sir Jonathan Hi-Five was engaged to develop the design of this smartwatch, ensuring beauty that is sure to amaze.
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Best Apple iWatch Concept Video EVER! – March 10, 2014
Zach King has put together an absolutely AMAZING Apple iWatch concept video. In his vision, the 2019 iWatch boasts a 3D video projector, revolutionary device to device transfer technology, fingerprint recognition, cellular video conferencing, and graces the arm of a pretty blonde. Smart watches just don’t get better than that! This video alone should merit him a high paying Imagineer job in Cupertino. If you are impressed by the video below, show Mr. King some love by mashing the “Like” button …
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Source
Apple iWatch: [Company Website]
