Tim Cook unveils new Apple Watch 8

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The new Apple Watch: With new functions in three versions

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Apple presented its new product line in Cupertino on Wednesday: iPhone, Apple Watch and Airpods get an update.

CEO Tim Cook presented the new gadgets to 900 invited guests.

The first novelty: The Apple Watch Series 8 should be able to use a temperature sensor to detect when women ovulate.

On the one hand, Apple promises high accuracy: The new temperature sensor records the body temperature every 5 seconds at night and should also record the smallest fluctuations.

At the same time, the company promises privacy, which is particularly important in the discussion about the new abortion laws in the USA.

emergency rescuer

Cook particularly highlighted the role of the smartwatch as a lifesaver: He presented the stories of several users who were saved by the smartwatch because the device sounded the alarm for heart problems or acted as a telephone substitute for emergency calls in emergencies.

In the new generation, the accident detection follows the fall detection: New sensors should enable the Apple Watch 8 to determine if you have a car accident - and automatically call for help.

The everyday functions have also been improved: A new power-saving mode is intended to extend the battery life of Apple Watches from Series 4 to up to 36 hours - via update.

And finally there is international roaming on the Apple Watch.

So far, the cellular module only worked in the home country.

New high-end model

The new Apple Watch Ultra variant comes with a titanium case, a brighter screen, can be used with gloves and offers 36 hours of battery life (up to 60 hours in economy mode).

And she looks big.

Three new bracelets are said to work over a wetsuit, for example.

It is intended to replace a dive computer via the Oceanic Plus app.

There is a cheaper model for less ambitious users.

The new Apple Watch SE inherits the old Watch 3, has many functions and the processor of the Series 8. In the USA it should cost from 249 dollars.

In Germany, this could correspond to 329 euros.