Apple Watch Series 7 alleged CAD renderings reveal new design with flat edges and larger screen

The upcoming Apple Watch Series 7 will feature flat edges, a larger screen thanks to smaller bezels and a more prominent speaker, according to new CAD renderings, allegedly obtained from industry sources, shared today. by 91mobiles.

The renderings reveal an updated Apple Watch design that takes inspiration from the flat edges of the iPhone 12, iPad Pro, iPad Air, and the upcoming 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros. From the renderings, we can see that the back of the Apple Watch will be made up of the same health sensor setup as the current 6 Series.

The renderings reveal no significant changes in the design of the digital crown or side button; however, they show two speakers that extend across the entire side of the Apple Watch compared to the current design of adjacent speakers. Depending on the shared dimensions, the Apple Watch Series 7 will be offered in the same 40mm and 44mm case sizes as expected.

While the bezels on the next watch are expected to be thinner, which would allow for a larger display, the flat edges also allow the surface area to be larger. Bloomberg Mark Gurman noted that Apple is testing a new screen lamination process for Series 7 that will bring the screen closer to the protective glass.

According to the report, the 44mm model of the Series 6 will sport a 1.8 inch screen compared to the current 1.73 screen of the Apple Watch Series 6. Although no dimensions for the smaller model of 40mm is shared, a similar proportional increase in screen size can be expected. The 7 Series will also be 1.7mm thinner compared to the 6 Series, according to the report.

Apple leaker Jon Prosser reported on an updated design for the upcoming Apple Watch Series 7 earlier this year, and 91mobiles’ the renderings are mostly consistent with Prosser’s reports. Reliable Bloomberg Journalist Mark Gurman also said the next Apple Watch model is expected to feature design changes.

Since the introduction of the first Apple Watch, Apple has maintained the compatibility of the older Apple Watch bands with all Apple Watch series. This allowed customers to upgrade their existing Apple Watch without purchasing new bracelets compatible with the new model.

While not mentioned directly in the report, today’s renderings give the impression that despite the flat edges of the upcoming Apple Watch, the Series 7 is expected to remain compatible with older Apple Watch bands. The Apple Watch Series 7 is expected to be announced alongside the iPhone 13 at an Apple digital event in September.