"Next-generation Apple Watch 3 will be equipped with a stand-alone mobile communication function," analysts expect

From the beginning of 2016 it was predicted that "Apple Watch will be equipped with LTE communication function"Apple Watch Series 2 that appeared in September 2016SIM card is not installed in. Susquehanna International Group (SIG) analysts said SIM cards were added to the next generation Apple Watch (Apple Watch Series 3) as mobile communications overdoes Apple Watch's battery, but iPhone We expect to be able to use Apple Watch alone even without it.

Apple: Cellular Watch, iPhone's 'USB-C' Among Among Susquehanna Tidbits - Tech Trader Daily - Barrons.com
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Analyst Suggests Third-Generation Apple Watch Will Include Cellular Connectivity - Mac Rumors
https://www.macrumors.com/2017/03/27/apple-watch-3-cellular-connectivity/

According to SIG analyst Christopher Rowland, "SIM card will be added to next generation Apple Watch and perhaps LTE communication will be supported.Some problems remain, such as battery capacity on small devices I understand that, but Apple will be able to extend battery life by adopting VOIP and CAT-M1 connection. "

If the mobile communication function is adopted in Apple Watch, by connecting with Apple's genuine complete wireless earphone "AirPods", it is unprecedented that you can talk on Apple Watch alone or play Apple Music content How can you use Apple Watch? However, there is a possibility that a data plan may be required for Apple Watch separately from the iPhone.


In addition, Mr. Rowland's report, as well as the rumor reported so far, is the next generation iPhone's "Wireless charging"Abolition of home button"And other items are also included. For that reason, Mac Rumors also considers the idea that SIM card will be added to Apple Watch as 'worth the consideration'.