Apple Watch Series 10 Review: The Perfect Blend of Power, Design, and Innovation

Apple Watch Series 10 with a sleek Jet Black finish.

Let’s take a quick trip back to 2015. The Apple Watch dropped, and many dismissed it as nothing more than a techy fashion statement. Fast forward to today, and that scepticism? It’s long gone. Apple has been perfecting this wrist machine year after year, and it has become a beast in the fitness and health categories. Smart watches are the new morning coffee, with google and oppo and all trying to compete. The latest iteration, the Apple Watch Series 10, may not scream “radical redesign” but whispers “evolution at its finest.

Subtle Yet Powerful Transformation

The Apple Watch Series 10 appears on the surface to be just another incremental upgrade. But closer inspection reveals Apple’s focus on refinement. It’s much slimmer and lightweight, and has a bigger screen even than the “rugged” apple watch ultra. Now the screen has 2,000 nits of brightness(which means watching it in direct sunlight is no problem at all)but can also go down to 1 nit(watching netflix in bed at 3 o’clock in the morning.

One thing that really stands out about the design is the bezel-less screen. The screen seems to flow right into the aluminum body like the iPhone X. New watch faces like Flux and Reflections highlight this design, giving the watch a modern, premium look.

Even though it may be 46mm it must make much better use of that screen real estate because it feels bigger than the 49mm Apple Watch Ultra. It’s a perfect marriage of form and function.

Speed, Power, and AI at Your Fingertips

The real magic, however, is under the hood. Apple Watch Series 10, now with a S10 chip and 4 core neural engine, it is the fastest and smartest apple watch ever. Apps open faster, transitions animate more fluidly, and on-device AI processing means Siri can respond to a command instantly, be it a text dictation, or tracking a workout.

Apple even improved the speakers, they still won’t be your airpods replacement, but they are good enough for a quick call or podcast when your phone is across the room.

 Battery life has been another pleasant surprise. Apple advertises the same 18-hour lifespan, but during testing, I consistently hit 24 hours on a single charge. It charges faster as well (though Apple’s new wireless technology is much better).
 

Jet Black: The Return of an Icon

The Apple Watch Series 10 has the really cool jet black finish, like the iPhone 7 had. The jet black aluminum finish offers versatility that previous models couldn’t match. Whether at a formal event or at the gym, this watch blends in perfectly. 

Health and Fitness: The Real MVP

Of course, health and fitness is the main focus of the Apple Watch Series 10. The sleep apnea tracking feature is a game-changer, using a body temperature sensor to monitor breathing patterns during sleep. While not available in India yet, it’s rolling out in other markets and will revolutionize sleep health monitoring.

Indian users also get a special pulse oximeter which measures blood oxygen level because of a patent infringement lawsuit between Apple and Masimo in the US. That alone should make the Series 10 worth it for those who are health-oriented.

During my regular fitness routine, including walking 5 kilometers and casual table tennis, the Apple Watch Series 10 delivered accurate metrics on distance, heart rate, and more.

Making a Splash

I did test the Series 10’s water resistance though, and that thing withstood everything from swimming to water sports with no problems at all. It has temperature and depth sensors in it taken from the Apple Watch Ultra so it is good for swimming, snorkeling, or whatever.

For the extreme athlete, coupling the series 10 with the Depth app yields real-time information while snorkeling, paddle boarding, or scuba diving.

Battery Life: The Underrated Hero

Battery life has always been critical for any smartwatch. Apple officially rates it at 18 hours, but in my own testing I consistently get 24 hours. Faster wireless charging through accessories like my Nomad wireless pad made the experience even more seamless.

FAQs

Q1: How much does the Apple Watch Series 10 cost?
A: The Apple Watch Series 10 is priced at Rs 59,900 in India.

Q2: Does the Series 10 offer sleep apnea tracking?
A: 10 yes but that only has sleep apnea tracking which is not out in India yet.

Q3: How long does the Apple Watch Series 10 last on a single charge?
A: Apple claims that the battery life is 18 hours, but it seems to last for more like 24.

Q4: Is the Apple Watch Series 10 waterproof?
A: Yes, the Series 10 is water-resistant and suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and casual water sports.

Q5: Does the Apple Watch 10 have an o2 sensor?
A: yeah, indian users have this feature, but American users don’t, because of some sort of patent war thing.

Conclusion

The Apple Watch Series 10 is not a revolutionary change, but it does not have to be. It has an elegant design, is black as night, has the S10 chip, and has all of the updated health features, so it is the most complete smartwatch available. From the athlete, to the tech freak, to the person who just wants something cool looking on their arm, the Series 10 provides. At Rs 59,900, it’s the perfect companion for iPhone users.