World's two most recognisable brands combine for a triumph of branding… and a very decent, social-driven running watch

Exceptional strap design; Fast GPS pick-up; Nike + app and watch faces; Excellent social elements

Slow to sync to iPhone; Heart rate data not fully integrated; Lacks the in-depth analysis of dedicated watches

As the Apple Watch continues to polarise opinion, Apple has released a new version of the smartwatch which hopes to address many of the concerns of the first outing. It's called the Apple Watch Series 2.

Now 50m water resistant; built-in GPS; better battery; unlock your Mac is fun; two-button workout pause option; WatchOS 3 makes for a better overall experience

No always-on display option; no 'Cinema Mode' can be annoying; some won't like square design

The Series 2 is simply what the Series 1 should have been. It has been improved in nearly every way and is finally an all-in-one legitimate fitness tracker with the addition of GPS and water resistance (it should be noted, though, that the new Apple Watch cannot measure elevation, so climbers...

GPS; waterproofing; S2 dual-core processor

Wrist raise still not fixed; doesn't track elevation; increased size and weight

The Apple Watch Series 2 is faster than the original Apple Watch, water-resistant to 50m, has a brighter screen and GPS and even seems to have a slightly better battery. Concerns over price aside, it's almost perfect. Here's our Apple Watch 2 review

They may look minor, but Apple's tweaks make the Watch a watershed wearable

Still the best smartwatch around.; ... and now one of the sportiest, Beautifully made and very customisable with straps and faces, Longer-lasting battery

Many rivals sport/smart watches still last longer; Overkill if all you're after is wristy notifications

Welcome to our Apple Watch 2 review, updated after three months of regular use. We review and rate the new Apple Watch Series 2's design, build quality, features and value for money. If you'd prefer to read about 2015's Apple Watch, check out our

My Apple Watch has taught me a lot of things. It's taught me that I can hit about 40km/h flat out on my cheap fixie bike before I run out of legs. It's taught me that my exercising heart rate is really kinda high and I should probably see a doctor.

Ever since Apple put its considerable weight into the smartwatch category it has caused a rising tide that has lifted all boats. As a result, the smartwatch/fitness wearable category has moved forward significantly.

The Apple Watch is a polarizing product. Sometimes it feels like a novelty, a gadget lifted straight from Dick Tracy or Inspector Gadget. Other times it seems essential, a heart rate-monitoring device that could save your life .

Almost 2 years ago I wrote about my month with the original Apple Watch; I had purchased it in the US, before it came to South Africa. Fast forward to 2017, and the second-generation Apple Watch Series 2 is available locally.