A tougher Apple Watch planned for 2022?

An Apple Watch more resilient for sports should see the light of day in 2022. What overshadows the solutions of Garmin, Polar and others?

Apple has always touted the Apple Watch as being rugged enough, but it’s clearly not the most rugged device. It is for this reason that those who want to use Cupertino connected watches in more challenging situations very often opt for third-party protective cases to protect their smartwatches from dangerous scratches and other impacts.

Tougher Apple Watch for sports due in 2022

At the same time, rumors have been circulating for several months that the Apple brand is preparing to release a more stable model of the Apple Watch for sports. It’s clear that this model didn’t see the light of day for the Series 7 released this year, but if Mark Gurman’s Power On fact sheet is to be believed, this more rugged sporty model will have to be relied upon for this 2022 lineup.

At this stage, it’s hard to see what this version might look like, but it’s safe to say that the chassis is made from stronger materials, harder to scratch, and more ready to take the knocks of everyday life. Either way, it’s an interesting option chosen by Apple as Apple branded products are trending towards ever thinner and lighter designs. How would a more sustainable model look from this point of view? Future will tell.

What can outshine solutions from Garmin, Polar and others?

Such a model will in any case attract a certain target, not necessarily a new one, but it will increase the user base, which will satisfy those who would prefer a more stable design for their daily activities and who are currently turning to solutions signed by Garmin or Polar. oriented sports. It’s hard to say if this recipe will be successful, but the Cupertino company seems to have decided to give it a try.