Apple Watch Pro May Feature Additional Physical Buttons for Workout-Related Functions
Leaker Sonny Dickson has shared another image of a third-party band-and-casing accessory allegedly moulded for forthcoming Apple Watch Pro that suggests the Garmin-style rugged device could feature additional physical buttons on the left-hand side of the screen.
Aimed at athletes and hikers, the new Apple Watch Pro is expected to feature a new chassis design with a larger screen, but until now rumors did not mention the inclusion of new buttons on the device, where the speaker slits usually reside.
Athletes and running watch wearers are generally known to prefer physical buttons over touchscreen controls since they are easier to press in inclement weather conditions, so the inclusion of the new controls would make sense, should the cases prove accurate. Where the speaker outlets would be relocated to is unclear.
The Apple Watch Pro is expected to cost more than the Apple Watch Series 8, which is expected to retain the same chassis design as the current Series 7. Both devices are expected to be announced on Wednesday at Apple’s “Far Out” event alongside the iPhone 14 series and AirPods Pro 2.
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