Comprehensive Review of Apple Watch Series 10

Imagine having the controls of your life at the tap of your wrist - now, that’s 21st-century technology! And trust Apple for taking accessorization to this whole new level, but hey, who’s complaining? Definitely not us.
It all started with the first-ever smartwatch Series 0 by Apple, launched in 2015, mesmerizing the world. Fast-forward, nine years later, we have the ultimate successor, the Series 10. Yet, the hype is not there as it should be, considering this is the company’s best-ever yet-launched watch. The reason is that the dupes mimic the original manufacturer’s technology and products to come up with cheaper alternatives.
It's because of these dupes that the excitement has vaporized from the audience because they feel like they’ve seen it all. Let’s give you a new flash, there’s more to the Series 10 than what you think.
Lucky for you, we’ve already reviewed this gadget and listed the highlights below, so you’re safe from surprises or shocks. So head below and check it out.
Apple Watch Series 10 - Overview
Released in September 2024, the Apple Watch Series 10 is more than just a smartwatch, it’s your secret to a smart lifestyle. Mimicking the signature sleek look of its ancestors, this baby has a lot more features in store for you. Equipped with a supersonic S10 System-in-Package chip with loads of capacity, this product has multiple safety detection tools along with other cool specs for added efficiency.
The 4-core Neural Engine of the chip is what powers the main intelligent aspects like Siri and Smart Stack. Moreover, there’s the Translate app, Pay, and Phone app which allows you to basically perform all the functions of a smartphone. In fact, the Series-10 is compatible with iPhones running iOS 18 or later, so you can pair them up for the ultimate iOS experience.
New Features of the Apple Watch Series 10
Contrary to popular belief, the Series-10 is not just a new face with an old structure; it is full of innovations. This gadget brings exciting elements to the spotlight, with the promise of revolution. Below we have mentioned some features of the Series 10 that are exclusive to this product but, if liked, could be carried forward to the next generation of smartwatches.
Dimensions
Even though it comes across as a piece of technology, this smartwatch is an adornment, so it should look good on you. Now, in this era of minimalism, wearing a chunky thick wristwatch (like the Series-7) doesn’t sit right. Nor does anyone want to squint their eyes to read into the Watch. Thus, presenting the slim, smart, and stunning Series 10 measuring 46 millimetres.
This product measures the perfect dimensions, allowing you to comfortably view whatever’s inside the Watch. Its 39-millimeter width and 9.7-millimeter depth can fit wrist sizes up to 245 millimeters. For those with a smaller wrist size, between 130 and 200 millimeters, there’s another size option of 42 millimeters, featuring 36 millimeters in width.
Design
Nobody’s crazy enough to stock up on all six designs of the Series 10, but having options is always good. We’ve established that the new Watch is all slim-thin, but did you know that the company went all bonkers this time regarding the appearance of the gadget? Kudos to them because this is the best design range we’ve seen so far, and mind you, it looks exclusive.
The three color options for the aluminum case with the black solo loop are; silver rose gold and jet black. For the titanium case, the colors available are; natural titanium, gold, and slate. You also get to choose your strap from among fifty designs, which is baffling, quite literally. You can pick from among the stainless steel loop, sports loop band, fine woven band, braided loop, and solo loop, along with a gorgeous Nike sport loop band collection.
Display
Manufacturers claim the display of this device to be ‘monumental’ and better than ever, but we’re the judge of that. Let’s start with the display area which is 1220 mm2 in the 46mm display and 989 mm2 in the 42 mm display. There are different pixel resolutions according to the screen sizes, measuring 416x496 pixels and 374x446 pixels.
The Always-on-Retina LTPO3 screen is known to reduce battery consumption by flickering refresh rate. Despite the small screen, the OLED display ensures color accuracy and picture quality from all angles. Our favorite feature of this display is the sapphire front crystal on the titanium cases. The aluminum cases come with an Ion-X front glass, which is also good.
Sleep Tracker
The Sleep Apnea (approved by the FDA) is compatible with the Serie -9 and Ultra 2 but it is highly advanced in the Series 10, so we’ll count it as a newcomer. This tracker analyzes your sleeping pattern from the last 30 days and nights at first set-up. It coordinates with the accelerometer to analyze your quality of sleep by checking for breathing and movements.
You can fully manage this app on your wrist using the Health app on your iPhone. What we love most about this Sleep Apnea is that it’s responsive and not a silent sensor. You can enter sleep-related goals in it, set date-wise alarms, and then sync your Watch to your iPhone at sleep time for minimum distractions. The sleep history is a great review you can carry out weekly for a deeper analysis.
Fitness Tracker
Not entirely, but a smartwatch has a lot to do with fitness tracking. Initially, the Watch had limited fitness or workout tracking options, mostly relevant to running and leg exercising. The new Series 10 watch is full of different exercise regimes, plus it considers sports and other physical activities. For basic running, hiking, and cycling, you can utilize the original components like GPS, Heart Rate app, training zones, and elevation tracking.
For activities like skiing, snowboarding, pilates, and Tai Chi, there are specific parameters to measure how you perform. You can also track your performance in swimming through this app as it is water-resistant up to 50 meters. The SWOLF score will show you your power, strength, and efficiency at the end of each round.
Standing Features of the Apple Watch Series 10
Since the Series 0, there have been around nine smartwatches released, each featuring its own highlight character. These highlights usually make it to the next series, as a standing or permanent character in the upcoming models. Below are those elements which are considered basic in Series 10, but with their own twist.
Sustainable Elements
Apple Inc. is quite conscious about the environmental impact of its products, including the Watch. In order to play its part in the greater good of the environment, it uses recycled material in the manufacturing of its Smartwatches. In the previous models, the case, engine, packaging, and magnets used in the gadget were recycled, however, this time, the recycled element is much greater.
The aluminum and titanium in the case are 100% and 95% recycled respectively. Similarly, the gold, copper, and tin plating in the circuit boards is 100% recycled along with the cobalt used in the battery. The Taptic Engine uses completely reprocessed tungsten and copper wiring while the steel in the speaker yoke is 80% recycled. Unlike the previous series, the Series 10 has gone all out by using only fiber in the packaging.
Accessories
The company keeps reducing the accessory size that comes with the actual product, that’s a sad fact. However, this hasn’t been the case with this smartwatch yet, leaving some hope for potential buyers. This Apple Watch Series 10 box is perfectly packed inside the gadget itself, with a strap and the Magnetic Fast Charger to USB-C cable (1nm) - classics. The accessories are different in all models though, with the Series 10 featuring the most advanced set.
Take the charger for example; with this Magnetic Fast charger, you can go from 0 to 80% in about half an hour. Earlier model adapters take around 45 minutes to cover this charge span, saving you 15 minutes, which is a good start.
GPS
The GPS has been a perpetual component of the Watch since the Series 2. It was equipped with the gadget to reduce reliance on the iPhone, which it did by supporting fitness activities like tracking and jogging. In Series 10, the GPS not only functions better but also supports activities other than health and fitness.
Navigation is the main advantage of the GPS, allowing you to make your way to the destination, especially beneficial if you’re an outdoorsy person. It also allows real-time location sharing (unpaired), giving you peace of mind in foreign locations. You can also turn on the GPS+Cellular option (premium version of GPS only) to avail additional perks like connecting to nearby iPhones independently.
Sensors
The Watch is loaded with sensors without which the product would be nothing but an accessory with a touchscreen. The standing sensors, which remain fixed in all Watches include the Force Touch which senses the haptic pressure being applied on the surface. There’s also a Heart Rate sensor which measures your heart rate. This sensor uses red and green LED lights to indicate blood flow and heart health during exercises.
Apart from these two, there’s an accelerometer, also known as a step counter, which tracks calories burned and distance covered. The gyroscope tracks changes in angle which is helpful for screen rotation and also battery saving. As for the barometer, it notifies you about the changes in temperature or forecasts, while tracking commute in elevation.
Conclusion
Putting an end to your hesitance, the Apple Watch Series 10 is a catch, regardless of the $300+ price tag. And even though we could use a blood oxygen sensor in this device, the other added components make up for it. Now you could again come up with the debate that your dupe offers much of the same things, our stance would remain the same. When it comes to Apple, it’s more about the experience than the particular components.
The design, premium feel, and practicality make your life extremely easy and give you the esteem and value of being connected with the company. Inclusivity is a great aspect of this gadget, as you can tell by the wheelchair motion tracking in the fitness app. Put all things aside, sustainable manufacturing alone makes 50% of the pros, even if you’re no environmental advocate.