The MacRumors Show: Kevin Nether Talks Apple Watch 'Pro'

Kevin Nether, also known as "Kevin the Tech Ninja," joins us on The MacRumors Show podcast this week to talk through all of the latest rumors about the high-end Apple Watch model expected to arrive later this year.

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Kevin is a tech YouTuber and content creator. As an Apple Watch Series 7 user with enthusiasm about fitness and traditional watches, as well as the leading Apple Watch competitors, we explore what he's looking for from the upcoming high-end Apple Watch. We talk through the growing number of rumors about the device's design, larger display, unique features, name, and price point. See more of Kevin's work on his YouTube channel.

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Top Rated Comments

BootsWalking Avatar
44 months ago
An hour+ of video is a big ask of your readers.
Score: 4 Votes (Like | Disagree)
GuruZac Avatar
44 months ago
The square edge design has always had appeal to me, but the further I think about it, the less I hope it comes true. I don't really think a square edge design would be as comfortable and it doesn't really offer any more functional benefit over the Series 7 style. I reserve my opinion until the Series 8 launches but in either case I will be replacing my Series 5 44mm with a cellular Series 7 45mm or Series 8 larger size.
Score: 2 Votes (Like | Disagree)
tomtad Avatar
44 months ago
Stop trying to make flat sides happen!
Score: 2 Votes (Like | Disagree)
HappyDude20 Avatar
44 months ago
I get the distinct feeling this Pro model watch, although advertised as rugged, will really be the new luxury/stainless steel version that will physically differentiate between those who have a stainless steel version and now the this new version will be even more expensive and more of a show off look at me I have something even more expensive model.

quote me on this.
Score: 2 Votes (Like | Disagree)
GuruZac Avatar
44 months ago

Yeah my S4 stainless steel has been on my wrist for years and it’s stood the test of time amongst the elements. No cracks at all, alright one tiny scratch on the screen which isn’t really noticeable.

They build these watches so well that they have to advertise their future watches as super strong to remind customers that they’re more fragile than they really are.

For example I haven’t had a broken screen iPhone since iPhone 4. They really build these devices well now.
Totally agree. I’m in a similar boat. Minimal scratches on the display, never use a case or screen protector and after 3 years of daily use, working out, hiking, swimming, it still looks good. I’m not paying twice for a watch that may be more durable but offers no other functionality. As I said, I can always add a case/screen protector if I feel I will be beating on my watch.
Score: 1 Votes (Like | Disagree)
djplong Avatar
44 months ago
I'd pay a bit of a premium if the band included some battery life in it.
Score: 1 Votes (Like | Disagree)