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                  Apple Watch Series 7 Release Dates Announced

   Josh Centers

   Apple has [1]announced availability dates for the Apple Watch Series 7.
   Orders begin 8 October 2021 at 5 AM PDT, and Apple Watch Series 7
   models will be available in stores on 15 October 2021. However, Apple's
   announcement says nothing about when orders placed on October 8th will
   arrive, which could suggest that supplies will be constrained, such
   that later delivery times will be likely for all but those who place
   the very first orders.

   The Apple Watch Series 7 starts at $399 for the 41 mm aluminum model.
   Apple has yet to release full pricing information, but we expect the
   stainless model to start at $799 as it did for the Series 6. There is
   also a new titanium Apple Watch Edition model, also without pricing
   details.

   The aluminum Apple Watch Series 7 comes in five colors: midnight,
   starlight, green, blue, and (PRODUCT)RED. The stainless model comes in
   silver, graphite, and gold, while the titanium model comes in titanium
   and space black titanium. There are also Nike and Hermès variants.

   Overall, the Apple Watch Series 7 is a minor upgrade over the Series 6
   (see '[2]Apple Watch Series 7 Brings Modest Tweaks,' 14 September
   2021). The most significant change is a larger and more space-efficient
   screen that allows for a full keyboard. The screen is also brighter and
   more durable.

   If you own an Apple Watch Series 5 or Series 6, it's probably not worth
   upgrading to the Series 7, assuming you're happy with your current
   watch. Those who rely on a Series 4 that's getting long in the tooth
   will likely appreciate the faster processor, larger screen, additional
   sensors, and improved battery life. However, if you're still wearing a
   Series 3 or earlier, the Series 7 will be an enormous improvement to
   your Apple Watch experience, and it's well worth upgrading.

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   2. https://tidbits.com/2021/09/14/apple-watch-series-7-brings-modest-tweaks/

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