Apple has officially launched the much-anticipated Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4 during its “It’s Glowtime” event, where the company also introduced the iPhone 16 series. These new additions come with significant upgrades in design, features, and performance, making them two of the most exciting Apple products this year.

Apple Watch Series 10: Pricing in India

The Apple Watch Series 10 comes in multiple variants, offering consumers a choice of materials and finishes:

Aluminium (GPS or GPS + Cellular)

42mm: ₹46,900

46mm: ₹49,900

Colors: Silver, Rose Gold, Jet Black

Titanium (GPS + Cellular)

42mm: ₹79,900

46mm: ₹84,900

Finishes: Natural, Gold, Slate

Globally, the Apple Watch Series 10 starts at $399, with the Apple Watch Ultra 2 Satin Black variant priced at $799. Pre-orders for the Watch Series 10 are now open, and sales will commence on September 20th.

AirPods 4: Pricing in India

Apple has also launched two variants of the AirPods 4:

AirPods 4: ₹12,900

AirPods 4 ANC (Active Noise Cancellation): ₹17,900

Globally, the AirPods 4 is priced at $129, while the ANC variant is available for $179. Pre-orders for both models will start on September 20th.

Apple Watch Series 10: Key Features

The Apple Watch Series 10 stands out with significant hardware and software upgrades. It is the thinnest Apple Watch to date, measuring just 9.7mm, and features a microLED display that can reach up to 3,000 nits peak brightness.

Biggest Apple Watch Display: The Series 10 has the largest display of any Apple Watch yet, offering 30% more screen area and incorporating Apple’s first wide-angle OLED display, which makes the screen 40% brighter from various angles.

New Design and Colours: Apple has introduced a Jet Black aluminum finish, along with Rose Gold and Silver Aluminium options. The stainless steel case has been replaced with Grade 5 Titanium, which is lighter and comes in Natural, Gold, and Slate Grey finishes.

Magnetic Bands: The Series 10 introduces magnetic bands, replacing the traditional click-lock mechanism, making it easier to swap bands.

Performance Boost: Powered by the new S10 SiP with a 64-bit processor and a 4-core Apple Neural Engine, the Series 10 runs on watchOS 11. This OS introduces new features like the Photos face and the Translate app, bringing speech recognition and translation capabilities to the wrist.

Health and Fitness: Apple has upgraded its health tracking features with a new Vitals app and Sleep Apnea tracking. Users can also monitor blood glucose levels non-invasively, thanks to advanced sensors.

Other Features: The watch is 50m water-resistant and features faster charging, offering 80% battery in just 30 minutes.

Apple Watch Ultra 2

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has also been updated with a Satin Black variant and a new loop with a parachute lock.

AirPods 4: Key Features

The AirPods 4 introduces new features and improvements over its predecessor, including better sound quality and the long-awaited USB Type-C charging port.

Active Noise Cancellation: For the first time, the AirPods 4 ANC variant includes Active Noise Cancellation, bringing this premium feature to a non-Pro model.

H2 Chip: Both variants are powered by Apple’s H2 chip, ensuring faster pairing, enhanced audio quality, and support for Personalised Spatial Audio and Gesture Tracking for Siri using head movements.

Voice Isolation and Transparency Mode: These features enhance call quality and provide an immersive audio experience. The Transparency mode and Adaptive Mode adjust the audio depending on the user’s environment.

Health Features: The AirPods 4 also come equipped with body temperature sensing for health tracking.

Battery Life and Charging: The AirPods 4 offer up to 30 hours of battery life on a single charge, a considerable upgrade from the previous generation. Wireless charging is supported, and the switch from the Lightning port to USB Type-C is a welcome addition.

AirPods Pro 2: New Features

Apple has updated the AirPods Pro 2 with additional health features, including a hearing test for detecting hearing loss. The AirPods Pro 2 will create a personalized hearing profile, available via the Health app, and the newly introduced hearing aid feature will assist those suffering from hearing difficulties.

Conclusion

With the launch of the Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4, Apple continues to push the boundaries of wearable technology, offering innovative features that enhance both health tracking and everyday convenience. From a larger, more advanced display on the Watch to Active Noise Cancellation on the AirPods 4, these devices represent significant steps forward in Apple’s product lineup. Pre-orders for both products are now open, with availability starting on September 20th.