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The 40mm model of "Apple Watch Series 6" for Amazon Prime Day is 16% off at 49,984 yen, and the 44mm model is 11% off at 76,000 yen.

Apple Watch Series 6 40mm model (Amazon)

Apple Watch Series 6 44mm model (Amazon)

After that, we will deliver the previously published review by Junya Ishino.

"Apple Watch Series 6" and "Apple Watch SE" will be released on September 18, 2020. Prior to the release, I was able to actually wrap these two models around my arm and try them out. Due to the short time, sleep apps etc. are not available, but we will deliver the first impression immediately.

First of all, from Series 6. Since it inherits the design of Series 4 and later, the appearance does not change at first glance, but because it is a new color blue aluminum that I borrowed, it has a brighter impression than black. However, the deep blue color makes it look calm, so it seems to go well with formal clothes. The author who seeks the brilliance of precious metals for accessories is a stainless steel writer, but the ease of handling is superior to aluminum.

I was also able to install the newly introduced "Solo Loop", a band without fasteners or holes. At first glance, the texture is similar to that of a sports band, but when you stretch it out, the band expands and fits your arm. Because it was borrowed, it feels like the size is a little small and tightened, but if you choose the right one, it will feel good to use. Since there are no fasteners, it looks minimal and is easy to put on and take off. There is no worry that it will come off, and it seems to be perfect for sports.

Immediately after using it, I felt the response was good. I usually use Series 4 two generations ago, so I can see the difference. Since Series 4 is not extremely slow, it may be difficult to make a numerical value, but I get the impression that the operation feeling of small parts such as the place where the application starts up quickly is improved.

Personally, I'm happy that it supports 5GHz Wi-Fi. When I use it in my house, I sometimes leave my iPhone in the charger and put on my Apple Watch to go to another room, but until now, it only connects to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. did not. Due to the problem of interference, Wi-Fi at home was being promoted to 5GHz, but with the support of Apple Watch, it seems that it will be okay to stop the 2.4GHz band soon. When I turned off the Bluetooth on the iPhone side at the office where only 5GHz band Wi-Fi was used as a trial, I was able to connect successfully.

The Apple Watch Series 6 has a always-on display following the Series 5, but one of the points is that it is brighter. By changing the design to black when it is not active and stopping the movement of the second hand etc., battery consumption is suppressed. On the other hand, with Series 5, the drawback was that the display when inactive was a little dark. The Apple Watch Series 6 is said to be about 25% brighter than the Series 5, and in fact, you can read characters well outdoors and even when inactive.

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Apple Watch Series 6 40mm model (Amazon)

Apple Watch Series 6 44mm model (Amazon)

Checking the time is the basic of the clock, so this is a nice improvement. However, in order to reduce battery consumption, it will still be black when inactive. If you use a dial that is based on other colors, the screen will only display in its original color when you raise or tap your wrist. It feels strange here when it's like an analog clock. If you want to use the constant display function, you should choose a dial based on black.

I also tried the "blood oxygen wellness function" newly installed in Series 6. When you start the app, the guidance will be displayed for the first time. You can measure blood oxygen by firmly attaching it to a place slightly away from your wrist, placing your arm on a desk, etc., and then waiting for 15 seconds. When I measured it, the result was 97%. It is said that this app is for wellness only, not for medical use, but it can be used for purposes such as grasping numerical values ​​and paying attention to health.

Next, Apple Watch SE. This is a terminal that has an impact on the price from 29,800 yen rather than the functional aspect, but it does not look cheap at all. Since the base is "Apple Watch Series 5," the display is large and the texture is the same. However, since SE does not have a stainless steel model, it is not suitable for brilliance-oriented groups.

Unfortunately, the watch cannot be displayed all the time, and the display will black out if the wrist is not raised, but for users who have only used up to Series 4, it is a comfortable specification. Since it has all the basic functions as an Apple Watch, it seems that people who have not used it as an introductory machine can easily have it. In addition, since Apple Watch SE has built-in eSIM and supports cellular communication, the new function of watchOS 7 "Family sharing setting" can be used. It seems good to use the family sharing setting as a substitute for a child's kids' mobile phone. After that, I would like to expect that au charges will be a little cheaper.

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Apple Watch Series 6 40mm model (Amazon)

Apple Watch Series 6 44mm model (Amazon)