Equipped with a noticeably faster dual-core S2 processor, its own standalone GPS radio, and now with a waterproof design, the Apple Watch Series 2 is a worthwhile and fantastic upgrade from the first-generation model. It's also a great jumping on point for new buyers.

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

The Apple Watch 2 was a while coming. The constantly evolving

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 .