Apple isn’t expected to make any design changes to the outside of the Apple Watch 2, but when Jony Ive does give it a makeover we wouldn’t mind if it came with some chamfered edges like in this concept from designer Jan Petrmichl.
In his concept, Petrmichl imagines a slimmer, sharper Apple Watch that also looks more like a shiny piece of jewelry.
Take a look:
The small changes add a high-polished chamfer edge that also comes with a slightly bigger screen. To compensate for the protruding heart rate sensor on the back of the device, Petrmichl proposed making it concave so it will feel better on the wrist.
Apple Watch 2 is expected to be revealed next week at a keynote for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. Although it will look just like the original Apple Watch, early leaks revealed the insides have been completely rebuilt to support GPS, a barometer and a bigger battery.
Buster Hein is a freelance writer who lives in Phoenix, Arizona. Twitter: @bst3r.
4 responses to “Apple Watch concept brings more shine to Apple’s wearable”
Personally, I HATE the chamfered edges on the iPad – I prefer the rounded edges of the 6+ and the Watch.
They look good but would be a nightmare. Worst look when a chamfered edge gets a ding.
The back of the Apple Watch is actually quite comfortable – so this re-imagining of the back is not only unnecessary, it also robs the watch of a little interior room and makes the heart rate monitor less effective (since it won’t be pushing against the skin as much).
And I’m not a fan of the chamfered edge.
So pretty much less desirable than the current watch.
The back is formed like it is so the sensors will make the best possible contact with your skin. the bulging sensor glass was made like this after a lot of different iterations. Im pretty sure they did consider a concave back, but axed that.