Apple is said to be preparing to launch three new Apple Watch models this year, including the Apple Watch Series 8, the second-generation Apple Watch SE, and the new, more rugged Apple Watch “Pro” designed for heavy-duty athletes.

according to reporter Bloomberg The Apple Watch Pro Mark Gurman debuts in an all-new design, an overhauled form factor that Apple first introduced with the Series 4 in 2018. Today, new sources from China claim to give us a better look at a solid new Pro model that’s ahead of its time.

The two images, one tweeted by Sonny Dixon and the other posted on Weibo by UnclePan (below), both of which have shared accurate information in the past, seem to show accessory cases for the upcoming ‌Apple Watch Pro‌.

In its post, UnclePan states that “The Pro is not square in the traditional sense, but has a new form factor,” and the case implies that the main body of the watch will be rounded and the upper edge of the case is joined. the screen will be flat and possibly on par with a flatter screen than the Series 7 model for better all-round impact protection.

There are also several cutouts pointing to the larger, more prominent Digital Crown and side buttons on the right, combined with separate holes (one round, the other pill-shaped) on the left that appear larger than usual. Thin rails accommodate device dynamics. usually takes place. It’s unclear if these are for the new speaker design or for additional physical buttons.

Before the Apple Watch Series 7 was released, there were many rumors that Apple was working on a redesigned flat-edge design similar to the flat-edges of the iPhone 13 and iPad Pro, but this did not happen. There are rumors that the “Apple Watch Pro” may have a similar design with a flat screen, but the device is not expected to have straight edges.

The new “Apple Watch Pro” is said to feature a significantly larger display, allowing users to view more fitness and health data at the same time. According to Gurman, the Pro model will also feature redesigned watch faces and a new low power mode.

The screen size is reportedly about two inches diagonally; this is larger than the 1.9 inch diagonal size of the current “Apple Watch Series 7” and planned “Apple Watch Series 8”. It is also expected to have a more shatter-resistant display and a larger battery for longer workouts.

The standard “Apple Watch Series 8” models are expected to have the same design as the “Apple Watch Series 7” without case updates. Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 14 series during a special event at the Steve Jobs Theater on Wednesday. Apple also announced the launch of new AirPods Pro earphones, alongside new iPhone and Apple Watch models. Source